Hawaii for Nonprofits Grants

This program provides financial assistance to individuals and organizations in Hawai’i to promote local food production and enhance food security through gardening, livestock, and apiary projects.

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations, schools, and community groups in Hawaii to develop and sustain urban forestry projects that promote tree planting, care, and education while emphasizing equity and environmental justice.

This grant provides funding for community projects in Hawaii that promote the benefits of trees and engage residents in tree care and conservation activities.

The County of Hawaiʻi, through its Office of Housing and Community Development (OHCD), will accept proposals for the Affordable Housing Production (AHP)Program from eligible non-profit and for-profit organizations, public agencies, and community land trusts. Donor Name: Office of Housing & Community Development State: Hawaii County: Hawaii County (HI) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: These proposals shall address the program’s objectives to support, increase, and sustain affordable rental and owner-occupied housing production in the County. Goals and Priorities To prioritize the Gap Group: Prioritize projects that serve households earning between 81% and 140% of the AMI. The focus aims to expand traditionally subsidized projects, typically targeted at AMIs below 80%, to include units up to 140% AMI. This approach aims to broaden housing opportunities for the gap group by leveraging AHP funds to bridge the affordability gap. Homeownership Initiatives: Prioritize homeownership initiatives such as for-sale housing, down payment assistance and rent-to-own models, specifically catering to the workforce and families within the 81-140% AMI bracket. This approach not only helps in building community stability but also promotes wealth accumulation among residents who are typically first-time buyers. New Construction and Adaptive Reuse: Prioritize new construction and adaptive reuse projects to address demand for both newly built and innovatively renovated affordable housing solutions. Adaptive reuse, which involves transforming existing buildings into residential spaces, is a practical approach to addressing the housing shortage while constructing new homes is essential to meet the diverse needs of growing populations. Funding Information  Total Estimated Appropriation FY2024-25: $9,000,000 Estimated County of Hawai’i Administrative Cost: ($350,000) Use of Funds AHP Program funds can be used to leverage funds provided by federal, state, non-profit or for-profit organizations and other non-government entities to further expand affordable housing opportunities. AHP Program funds can be used for property development activities, such as off/on-site improvements of vacant lots to create finished lots, provided there are executed agreements to ensure these projects lead to housing development within a reasonable time period. The agreement should clearly outline a strategy for how the lots will result to housing, whether through contracting or partnerships with other organizations, e.g., self-help housing programs, or by setting specific timelines and requirements for construction, thereby maintaining oversight of the project until it results in housing. AHP Program funds shall not be used for indirect housing activities, e.g., acquiring equipment, including but not limited to, facilities involved in the construction of housing units or similar production equipment for housing production that requires further acquisition and installation by the public or other entities. AHP Program funds shall not be used for any overhead or administrative costs in implementing the project. Eligible Activities Acquisition of real property for the development of affordable housing. Acquisition of existing housing for rehabilitation as affordable rental and/or owner-occupied housing. Planning, design, or construction of affordable rental or owner-occupied housing. Rehabilitation of housing to be utilized as affordable rental or owner-occupied housing, such as adaptive reuse projects. To invest in infrastructure in connection with the development of affordable housing projects. Other activities that directly support, increase, and sustain affordable rental or owneroccupied housing production. Eligibility Criteria  Public Agencies Non-Profit Organizations with 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) classification For-Profit Organizations Land Trusts. For more information, visit County of Hawai.

The Nareit Hawaii Community Giving Initiative focuses on innovative solutions to the affordable housing crisis in Hawaii. This initiative supports projects that enhance or develop affordable housing options. Grant Guidelines: Scope: Proposals from Hawaii nonprofits that are involved in capital improvement projects for affordable housing. This includes renovations, repairs, major maintenance, new construction, land acquisition, and utility modifications. Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations, not classified as private foundations. The organization should serve the local community in Hawaii. Alignment with the initiative's goal of supporting affordable housing nonprofits and programs is required. Application Process: Form: Applications must be completed via the electronic application form. Requirement: Proposals must align with the described initiatives for affordable housing projects. Submittal Timing/Deadlines: Availability: Applications can be submitted starting May 6. Deadline: All applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm on July 1, 2024. There is only one grant cycle per year. Notification: All applicants will receive written confirmation that their submission has been received and is under review. Grant awardees will be notified by August 30, 2024. This initiative offers significant support to organizations that are making strides in addressing the critical issue of affordable housing in Hawaii through substantial and impactful projects.

This grant provides financial support to local organizations in Waipahu, Hawaii, to improve educational, cultural, health, and recreational opportunities for youth, while also addressing issues like juvenile delinquency and promoting community enrichment.

This grant provides financial support to Hawaii-based charitable organizations focused on education, health and human services, community affairs, and the arts, encouraging community engagement and volunteerism.

Capital requests will ONLY be accepted at the July deadline for consideration by the board at their September meeting. Capital requests are for tangible assets that are depreciated, for example equipment, vehicles, buildings, etc. Please see the addendum for large capital requests for more detailed information on requirements. The Foundation’s average capital grant award is ~$38,000. Grant renewed every year. 2024 Grant annual deadlines: January 5th, April 1st, July 1st, October 1st.

The Atherton Family Foundation awards grants to programs benefiting the people of Hawai‘i across various areas, including arts, culture, humanities, community development, education, environment, health, human services, spiritual development, and youth development. The Foundation prioritizes collaborative efforts aimed at systemic change and supports both program and capital requests. Grant renewed every year. Grant annual deadlines: January 5th, April 1st, July 1st, October 1st.

The Victoria S. and Bradley L. Geist Foundation offers the Enhancements for Foster Children grant to improve the quality of life for foster children in Hawaii. This grant aims to provide items and services that help foster children enjoy a standard of living comparable to their peers. Eligible applicants include tax-exempt organizations based in Hawaii, such as nonprofit organizations, 501(c)(3) organizations, religious entities exempt from taxation, and government units. Grants range from $5,000 to $50,000 and cover the period from January 1 to December 31, 2022. Funds are intended for enhancement items and services for children under 18, high school students, those in therapeutic or kinship/foster/respite care, or in permanent custody. Eligible uses include extracurricular activities, hobbies, cultural events, and other quality of life improvements. Restrictions include a maximum expenditure of $500 per child, no basic living expense coverage, and administrative fees capped at 10% of the project budget. Grantees must submit a final report by January 31, 2022. Applications are submitted online through the Hawaii Community Foundation's Grants Portal and must include an organization profile, IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter, financial statements, board of directors list, and program information. The application deadline is Monday, September 15, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. HST. For further details, contact Kehau Meyer at [email protected] or (808) 566-5537, or toll-free (888) 731-3863.

The Fred Baldwin Memorial Foundation is offering grants to support programs and projects that benefit the people of Maui County. The foundation is particularly interested in supporting human services, housing and health organizations, youth and educational organizations, arts and culture initiatives, environmental organizations, and historical and heritage organizations. Eligible applicants must have 501(c)(3) status or apply through a fiscal sponsor with 501(c)(3) status and must be located in or have significant programs in Maui County. Grants are for a one-year term, with an average grant amount of $5,000. Capital campaign requests may be considered in some situations. The application process is online through the Hawai‘i Community Foundation's grant portal. The deadlines for 2024 are February 1 and August 1. For more information, contact the Program Officer, Kehau Meyer, at [email protected]. The application link is https://hawaiicf.smartsimple.com/s_Login.jsp.