Our Programs
Kahiʻolani Foundation delivers measurable community benefit for Native Hawaiians through culture, education, and essential services. Every program output—cash contributions, sponsorships, and in-kind/pro bono service—is documented in our public Transparency Ledger.
Service-first now. Trackable reinvestment as capacity grows.
Nā Kapuaʻi o Nā Kūpuna, Nā Ala no Ka Lā ʻApōpō
Program Intake & Eligibility
E lawe mai i ka pono; e hana pū kākou.
We prioritize partners serving Native Hawaiian communities and outcomes that can be measured. If you have a need, submit a request—our team will route you to the right program and confirm scope, timeline, and what we can deliver.
Who is eligible
- Native Hawaiian-serving schools, nonprofits, and cultural institutions
- Native Hawaiian-owned small businesses
- Community programs with clear outcomes and a point of contact
What to submit
- Who you serve + the need (one page is enough)
- Location + timeline
- What success looks like (a measurable outcome)
We respond within 10 business days with a yes/no and a recommended next step.
Hula Education Programs
Cultural Preservation Through Hula
E ola ka hula.
Kahiʻolani Foundation perpetuates Hawaiian culture through hula instruction and culturally grounded programming delivered with partner schools and community organizations. We strengthen identity, discipline, and ʻike kupuna through consistent practice and community-aligned curriculum.
Who it benefits: Native Hawaiian keiki and local students through cultural identity, discipline, and ʻike kupuna.
What we deliver
- In-kind hula instruction and program support at partner schools
- Hawaiian cultural curriculum development and program design
- Teacher support, costumes, and music resources when needed
- Coordination for cultural events and student performances
- Partner collaboration to expand access for students
How we measure: Hours served and in-kind value are documented and reconciled quarterly in the Transparency Ledger.
Cybersecurity Services
Protecting Native Hawaiian Businesses and Nonprofits
E pale i ke kaiāulu.
Kahiʻolani Foundation provides practical cybersecurity support to Native Hawaiian-owned small businesses and Native Hawaiian-serving nonprofits. We start with a baseline assessment and prioritized recommendations, then support implementation when capacity allows.
Who it benefits: Native Hawaiian-owned businesses and nonprofits that need practical protection without enterprise budgets.
What we deliver
- Initial security posture assessment (baseline controls + top risks)
- Vulnerability identification and risk prioritization
- Practical hardening recommendations and action plan
- Incident readiness guidance (what to do when something breaks)
- Implementation support when requested and capacity allows
Scope note: We prioritize high-impact, measurable work. Advanced engineering, managed security services, or long-term operations may require partner referral or separate resourcing.
How we measure: Pro bono hours, in-kind service value, and supported partners are logged in the Transparency Ledger.
Cultural Ambassador Program
Promoting Native Hawaiian Excellence
E hōʻike i ka maikaʻi o ka lāhui.
Kahiʻolani Foundation advances Native Hawaiian visibility and opportunity through cultural advocacy, education, and representation, locally and internationally, while maintaining respect and accuracy. We use credible platforms to elevate Native Hawaiian practitioners, institutions, and Native Hawaiian-owned businesses.
Who it benefits: Native Hawaiian cultural practitioners, students, and community institutions through increased visibility and support.
What we deliver
- Cultural education engagements and public speaking
- Advocacy and awareness campaigns that elevate Native Hawaiian excellence
- Support for Native Hawaiian-owned business visibility and credibility
- Community outreach and partner introductions
- Participation in cultural events and interviews when aligned to mission
How we measure: Engagements delivered and in-kind/pro bono value are recorded in the Transparency Ledger.
Program Commitments
Ma ka mālamalama ka pono.
- We publish our community reinvestment in a public Transparency Ledger.
- We reconcile and update the ledger quarterly.
- We protect personal data through receipt redaction.
- We quantify in-kind/pro bono services with valuation memos (documented hours × comparable market rates).
- We prioritize Native Hawaiian community benefit and measurable outcomes.