Hawaii Community Foundation Grants
Eligibility
Hawaii nonprofits and educational organizations. The Hawaii Community Foundation manages multiple grant funds with different focus areas, deadlines, and award sizes. K-12 schools, PTAs, and nonprofits serving Hawaii students are eligible for multiple funds.
Program Goals
HCF funds education, environment, health, and community programs across Hawaii. K-12 STEM programs, CS education, ocean and environmental learning, and technology access initiatives are well aligned with HCF funding priorities.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Rolling applications through the HCF grants portal. Deadlines vary by fund — check hawaiicommunityfoundation.org for current open funds and their specific deadlines. Create an account in the HCF grantee portal to apply.
Cycle Notes
Rolling — multiple funds with different deadlines throughout the year. Check hawaiicommunityfoundation.org for the current open grant funds and deadlines.
Grant Award Amount
Award amounts vary by fund. HCF manages funds ranging from small classroom grants to large multi-year investments. Check the specific fund guidelines for award ranges.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
- Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
- Smart Solar Energy Kit — build and program a working solar panel to measure real-time power generation and explore renewable energy
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
Frequently Asked Questions
Does HCF have one application or multiple?
HCF manages multiple funds, each with its own application and deadline. Check hawaiicommunityfoundation.org for current open funds.
What is the application process?
Register in the HCF grantee portal and apply to the specific fund that matches your program. Deadlines vary by fund.
What types of programs does HCF fund?
Education, environment, health, and community programs. K-12 STEM, CS, and environmental education are strong fits.
Are there deadline windows throughout the year?
Yes — different funds have different deadlines. Monitor hawaiicommunityfoundation.org to catch the right window for your program.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide curriculum alignment documents and impact-focused program narratives tailored to specific HCF fund priorities.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Hawaii standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing
- Letters of support
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence
