Hawaii · Private Foundation Grant

KHF Field Trip Grants

Funding

Up to $1,000/school

Grade Focus

K-12

Application Due

March 1, 2027

Level of Gov't

Private Foundation — KHF (Kamehameha Schools-connected)

Eligibility

Hawaii K-12 schools planning field trips connected to curriculum and learning outcomes. All Hawaii public schools are eligible. Field trips with strong environmental, science, or STEM connections are well positioned.

Program Goals

KHF Field Trip Grants support experiential learning through school field trips that connect students to Hawaii's rich natural and cultural environments. Science-focused field trips — ocean, rainforest, conservation areas — are a natural fit, especially when paired with pre- and post-trip STEM activities.

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Application and Distribution

Applications submitted through the KHF portal. March 1, 2027 deadline. School-level application up to $1,000. Include trip destination, curriculum connection, and student learning objectives.

Cycle Notes

Annual cycle. March 1, 2027 deadline. Monitor the KHF website for future cycle dates.

Grant Award Amount

Up to $1,000 per school per field trip. Funds cover transportation, entry fees, and related trip expenses.

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.

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

What field trips are eligible?

Any school field trip with a clear curriculum connection. Science, environmental, and STEM field trips in Hawaii are well aligned.

What is the maximum award?

Up to $1,000 per school.

When is the application deadline?

March 1, 2027.

Can the grant cover pre- and post-trip materials?

Funds are primarily for trip costs. Check current guidelines for allowable uses.

How can Forward Education help?

We can help design a pre- or post-trip STEM data collection activity using our Climate Action Kit that connects field trip observations to classroom coding and analysis.

Grant Support