We believe in
a better Hawai'i.

That’s why we created the C H A N G E Framework

Six essential sectors

Latest happenings

Recent stories, progress, and news from across the foundation.

Brewer & Co. Building

HCF has re-opened its doors in the historic C. Brewer & Co. Building, following the completion of a renovation

Maui FOC

Maui Financial Opportunity Center Achieves First-Year Goal of Working with 1,000 Local Families

Iole

HCF, University of Hawai‘i and Arizona State University launch plans for ‘Iole

ALICE Partnership

HCF and Aloha United Way announce 17 nonprofits who will work as a cohort to improve the lives of ALICE households

105 years of
community impact

HCF is a steward of more than 1,050 funds, including over 300 scholarship funds, created by donors who desire to transform lives and improve communities. In 2021, HCF distributed more than $85.3 million in grants and contracts statewide.

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Our Response to COVID-19

We’re working to address the health and economic impacts on our island communities.

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Stories of Impact

Learn more about the people and organizations dedicated to making Hawai‘i a better place.

Healthcare Provider with Patient

A Generous Gift Ensures a Healthier Hawai‘i

This fund helps keep doctors practicing on Hawaii Island, reducing medical care shortages.

Kealaula

Fresh Start for Families at Kealaula

A new Līhuʻe housing complex offers a springboard for families transitioning out of homelessness.

Waterfall

Funding Hawai‘i’s Future Freshwater Resources

Watershed partnerships are helping to protect fresh water resources on Maui and across the state.

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Partner Gateways

HCF offers two online platforms to facilitate access to donor and grantmaking services. The Grants Portal is for our local nonprofits to create an account and apply for grants. NOTE: Our donor services platform, DonorSphere, is currently under construction until August. The platform provides personalized information to fund holders of a Hawai‘i Community Foundation.