G. N. Wilcox Trust Grant

The G. N. Wilcox Trust provides grant funding to tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations that operate within the State of Hawaii. With a broad philanthropic mission, the Trust supports charitable activities aimed at improving the well-being of individuals and families across the Hawaiian Islands. Established as part of a legacy of community stewardship, the Trust operates under the oversight of a Committee on Beneficiaries and emphasizes a localized focus, funding organizations with demonstrable impact within the state. The grant program is divided into three categories: Program Grants, General Operating Grants, and General Capital Grants. Each of these categories supports specific types of expenses. Program Grants fund activities that directly enhance community welfare through arts, education, environment, health, human services, religion, and other community-centered efforts. General Operating support is typically awarded to organizations with an established relationship with the Trust, assisting with ongoing organizational expenses. General Capital Grants are designated for small capital projects or equipment purchases under $500,000. Eligibility requirements are consistent across all grant types. Applicants must be registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Hawaii and are required to demonstrate 100% financial participation from their board of directors. Specific categories have additional criteria: school-based projects must include commitment from the school principal, operating grant applicants must show a plan for sustainability, and capital project applicants must validate expenses. The Trust also allows applications through fiscal sponsors when applicable. Applications are reviewed quarterly, with deadlines on the 1st of April, July, and October. Applicants must complete a corresponding application form and submit it through the Trust’s online system using a unique access code based on the grant type: GNWTP for Program Grants, GNWTGO for General Operating Grants, and GNWTGC for General Capital Grants. The Trust does not support endowments, reserve funds, deficit financing, individuals, or multi-year funding requests. There are no pre-application requirements such as LOIs, but the Trust expects applicants to be prepared with foundational documents and relevant financial information. Evaluations are based on alignment with Trust priorities, financial stewardship, and community impact. While the Trust does not publicize specific award amounts or timelines for disbursement, accepted proposals are typically reviewed once per year, and funding decisions are communicated thereafter. The Trust does not publicly list points of contact or provide a dedicated grant administrator’s name or email. However, the Charitable Foundation Services team is available by phone to assist with inquiries. Given the quarterly schedule and the structure of the submission process, applicants can anticipate that the next cycle will open in April 2026 if not already open.

Ensure full board participation and contact foundation early if using fiscal sponsor