Scholarship recipients
View by first name:Aaliyah NeroScholarship:
Mahalo to my donor, it is a great honor to be a recipient of the Dr. Pauline Frederick Scholarship as I head to college to pursue my healthcare degree. I plan to be an obstetrician and serve my community in Hawai’i in the future. This $500 helps, because I’m still about $56,842 short of my tuition that will be due this summer for the 2024-2025 freshman school year. Mahalo for your kokua and for supporting my dreams. Imua. | |
Aaron-Kelly CarvalhoScholarship:
Mahalo nui iā ‘oukou no kou kāko’o. Your finanacial support will help me to learn the skills I need to be a successful automotive technician and help my father with his business that is made up of two kānaka. My hope is to be the third employee to help my dad help more people in our community. Mahalo nunui hou! | |
Abigail AnaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship, I am so grateful for your generosity and kindness. With your help, I will be able to take one more step toward giving back to my community here in Hawaiʻi. I hope to remain an honors student in college while completing my freshman year. Mahalo Nui Loa for your support!I am planning to get my bachelor's degree in Animal Science and continue on to Veterinary school. | |
Abigail MacalintalScholarship:
Aloha, Mahalo nui loa donors of the Class of 2020 Aloha 'Aina Scholarship! I extend my appreciation for your kindness as this will help me to achieve my goal of obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. My ʻohana and I are so grateful as it will allow me to pay for my textbooks and material for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year. I plan to continue focusing on my studies, engaging in more community activities, and participating in projects within my field of study. Mahalo nui loa!Aloha ke akua, Abigail MacalintalI aspire to be a Mechanical Engineer who chooses not to shy away from the lofty ideal of changing the world but constitutes positive change. As a first-year student at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, I am currently a part of the Society of Women Engineers, the Native Hawaiian Science & Engineering Mentorship Program (NHSEMP), and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. I am particularly looking forward to engaging with haumāna ranging from Kindergarten to Seniors in High School through the NHSEMP program. I enjoy incorporating ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi as I help to lead STEM projects while encouraging our new lāhui to find a passion that incorporates Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math into their everyday lives. | |
Abigail BeairScholarship:
Mahalo donors/representatives of the Col. Curtis Kekoa (KS '40) and Nenita Maldonado Kekoa Scholarship, Denis Wong & Associates Scholarship, Edwin Mahiai Copp Beamer Scholarship, and the Waipa Nishimura Memorial Scholarship. I am deeply grateful for your generosity, which has made it possible for me to pursue my dreams in performing arts. Your gift will allow me to gain skills and experience necessary to create future performance opportunities for marginalized students in underserved populations. I am excited to take the next step to New York City and I’m blessed to do it with your support! | |
Addie FisetteScholarship:
Mahalo donors of Manowai Scholarship for your generosity and support in futhering my education. With your support, I am able to pursue higher education that would not have been made possible without your help. This gift will allow me to focus solely on school, without having to stress about my finances. With your help, I am able to give back to my community that has given me so much. This gift will allow me to get a BSN in an accelerated nursing program. Again, mahalo nui loa for believing in me. I couldnʻt have done it without you. -Addie Fisette | |
Adrian BranScholarship:
Aloha Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association Don Ho Legacy Scholarship, I am blessed and thankful for receiving my scholarship of $500.00. I know it was sown into good grounds which is me because I am prepared to study and work hard to achieve my academic goals. I am excited to attend the University of Hawaii Manoa and it is one step closer to my dreams, goals, and visions God has for me. Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association Don Ho Legacy Scholarship is a blessing to receive. Again, thank you for your generosity and the blessing of my scholarship. God Bless | |
Adriana ApanaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Makaloa Scholarship-UG for choosing to gift this award! I'm extremely grateful for your generosity as I come from a single-parent, low-income household, and this money will ultimately help contribute to my college funds for the fall. In hopes of becoming a pediatrician and going through the pre-medicine track and health major in my undergraduate, I committed to Pomona College next year; This money will help me be able to attend a prestigious school I would have never thought I could‘ve attended due to my financial struggles/worries. Again, Mahalo Nui Loa for your kindness and aloha in helping the children of Hawai‘i, including myself. | |
Aiken NaiheScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the Pauahi Scholarship. I am extremely thankful for your kindness and generosity. Because of this award, I will be able to continue to pursue my academic dreams and help educate and perpetuate the Hawaiian culture to younger generations. I hope to successfully continue my academic endeavors over the 2024-2025 school year, and my goal is to maintain a high GPA. I also hope to participate in an internship to gain work experience and volunteer in my community. | |
Aimee BellScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Makaloa Scholarship for providing me with additional funds to support my college career. I will be attending UH Hilo as an Exploratory Studies student and with that I can take different classes in areas that I am passionate about and will thrive in academically. I would like any profession in the medical field as there is a major lack of workers there. Whether I become a doctor, nurse, or surgeon, it will greatly benefit my community here in Hawaiʻi. | |
Aiponokamoku ValenteScholarship:
Aloha nui scholarship donors and representatives, I extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support. It is an honor to my family and me to receive these prestigious awards and not have to worry about monetary needs. My career goals are focusing on food sustainability in Hawaiʻi and expanding it through the medium of the Hawaiian language and culture. By researching in the Hawaiian language newspapers about famous places of Hawaiʻi and agricultural techniques, I can restore places to its natural beauty. Ultimately, I want to become a resource of data-based knowledge that my community can rely upon and a great leader for my generation. Mahalo! | |
Akalaniokamahinapoepoe LauScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Teresa Kaleiopu Lau Scholarship for awarding me! This award will help aid my schooling by allowing me to continue my education and will contribute greatly towards my goal of becoming a teacher. Their generosity makes it possible for students, such as myself, to pursue a higher education through this act. This year I hope to continue thriving in the classroom as well as spending more time being hands on with elementary students in my community through volunteer work and tutoring. I am beyond thankful for this scholarship and look forward to putting it towards my degree, mahalo! | |
Akela AloyScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Frank & Ruth Midkiff Scholarship! I am extremely thankful for your generosity. This award means so much to me and my family as it will help us pay for my college tuition. In the next year, I am hoping to learn more about engineering as well as making new friends at the University of Portland. Mahalo again for your generosity! | |
Akiera Aida AipoalaniScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1956 Scholarship. I am beyond grateful for your generosity in assisting my future academic career by providing me necessary funds for my college expenses. This gift will help my ohana and I financially so I can fulfill my academic and athletic career at the University of Kentucky with less stress about the expenses, therefore, I can focus on my studies and athletics—Mahalo for your graciousness. | |
Alana GomesScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the KSSPTO scholarship, some wouldn't see the value in smaller amount scholarships ranging from $200 - $500 but for someone like me who has no one to depend on because i am a ward of the state, i greatly appreciate anything anyone is able to give me. This scholarships will help me when it comes to providing for myself up in college because i will be by myself. I hope to get this scholarship again because like i said anything is greatly appreciated with helping paying off the enormous cost of college. Mahalo for helping those in need, we are all very grateful. | |
Alana JonickScholarship:
I am sincerely grateful and honored to be selected for your scholarship fund. Thank you for your generosity which has allowed me to receive a higher level of education, better prepare myself for college, and further my athletic opportunities by playing sports I would never have been able to at any other school. As I move forward to complete my education through Harvey Mudd College, I am very thankful for my time here. Because of your generosity, I will be able to receive the best education and further my education, and be able to afford college. Thank you for helping me along my journey to pursue my dreams. I have every intention of paying this generosity forward when I am in the position to do so. Mahalo again for this generous and thoughtful gift. | |
Ale'a VendiolaScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am so grateful for your generosity which allows me to focus on Outdoor Product Design and Development and takes the stress off my family and me. I am excited to grow as a designer! I've recently changed my major to something I am very much interested and invested in, which will require me to grow as a sewer and creator. I hope to start a small business sewing Hawaiian print clothing and swimwear to promote Hawaiian culture and design, and I am excited to see where this will take me. I can’t thank you enough for this amazing scholarship donation! | |
Alexa ChoScholarship:
I can’t express how much this show of generosity means to me. That sign of faith and support, that notion that someone believes in me, gives me a boost of confidence. I hope to further my skills in writing and someday publish my very own novel. I'm looking forward to meeting others who share my love for writing at UH Mānoa. In addition, the experiences I'll have in this new environment promise to provide a lot of new material for future stories. After the challenge of college admissions and endless assignments, this support serves as a reminder of future possibilities. Mahalo! | |
Alexander DeAguiarScholarship:
Mahalo donors for your kindness and generosity! I am extremely thankful for the opportunities that have become possible by your contribution. It means a lot to my family and me that this weight will be lifted off our shoulders, as attending college is expensive. I look forward to attending Vanderbilt University this fall and plan on taking advantage of the many opportunities the school provides. I hope to continue to make my family and community proud no matter how far from home I may be. Mahalo! | |
Alexios SmithScholarship:
Mahalo donors! Your generosity has had an enormous positive impact not only on me, but the students who have received these awards before me and those who will receive them in the future. These scholarships will allow me to achieve one of the biggest goals I have: becoming the first in my family to earn a college degree. In my last year, I hope to help with research on campus, continue my place as Chair of the Society of American Foresters, volunteer more, and compete well on the University Timber Sports Team! From the deepest part of the hearts of my family and me: mahalo, mahalo, mahalo! | |
Alexis TorresScholarship:
Thank you so much for the opportunity to further my education. I plan on giving back to community with the means that you have given me through the work that I will do. I'm appreciative and eternally grateful. | |
Alexus PeahuScholarship:
Mahalo donors for my Scholarship! It means so much to me and my mom forthe extra help and support for this upcoming year. With your guys scholarship I plan to use it to take full advantage of my opportunities in furthering my academics, and reaching my end goals of being a Dermatologist. Financially this was a big help to me and my mom, and we appreciate it very much, Thank you again! | |
Alika BensonScholarship:
Mahalo nui for your generosity and kindness by awarding me this scholarship. I'm very proud to be able to call myself a Kamehameha Schools alumni and to be able to further my education. If not for this award and financial aid, I would probably have had to take a few years off to work, so I am very grateful for this aid. I hope to be able to make the best out of my college education and make my family and my school proud. I plan on becoming a licensed architect at a firm focused on environmental sustainability, and I wish to use my position in life to help those less fortunate than me. Once again, mahalo nui loa. | |
Alina VickersScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Hisashi and Helen Hasegawa Scholarship. I am so grateful for your generosity to help me in my education pursuits. This means so much to me as I am on my own and trying my best to figure out how I can afford school. This money will go towards my cost of attendance at UH Manoa and lifts a huge burden off of my shoulders. I am truly blessed and honored to have been chosen as your scholarship winner. Mahalo nui loa. | |
Alisha KaluhiokalaniScholarship:
Mahalo nunui loa donors of the Green Machine, Holomua, and Kamehameha Schools Class of 1980 Scholarships for giving me the opportunity to continue pursuing my academic endeavors. With your help, I will be able to use my social work degree to help others as well, giving back to my community and society coming around full circle. Mahalo again! | |
Alisiya MedeirosScholarship:
I would like to give a huge mahalo to the donors of the Francelia Stillwell Sportsmanship Scholarship, the Kamehameha Schools Association of Kaua'i Scholarship, and the William and Judith Fernandez Scholarship. I am deeply grateful for your generosity to my ‘ohana and I. I plan on attending Oregon State University and with these scholarships it will take some of the weight off my parents’ shoulders. This money, that will support my education, will also support my plans to become a civil engineer and help my community of Hawai’i, and I am extremely grateful for what I have received. | |
Alissa Maree NakamuraScholarship:
Mahalo donors, I am so grateful. I always knew that if I wanted to go to college, I needed to work hard in school and apply to scholarships. This award will help assist me in paying for tuition and books required for school. In the next academic year, I hope to join the top 10% in my school to get into the honor society of our program. I promise I will work extremely hard to accomplish my goals, knowing that I have someone in my corner. My dream is to eventually open up a clinic for families that are struggling to make ends meet, but still need quality healthcare. | |
Allen SoaresScholarship:
Thank you donors for the opportunity to be chosen for this scholarship. This means a lot to me as I will use these funds to better my experiences and sharpen my skills in carpentry. I hope to gain as much knowledge as I can from some of the best to implement what I have learned doing commercial or residential construction in my future career and jobs. My long-term goal is to either join the carpentry union or branch off and start my own business. With the knowledge that I am learning, I can give back to my family and build a better future. | |
Aloha Karratti-JamoraScholarship:
I am honored and more than grateful to accept this scholarship. I can’t tell you how excited I was when I saw that I was awarded with a scholarship. I called all my family members just to share the news and my excitement. These funds will go directly towards my tuition and achieving my ultimate goal of earning my degrees in Hawaiian language and women’s studies. Without your generosity, it would be that much more difficult to pay for my tuition and schooling. Your generosity is greatly appreciated and makes such a huge difference in my educational journey. I see myself working as a counselor and advocate for indigenous women. Mahalo nunui! | |
Aloha KaʻaialiʻiScholarship:
I would like to send a huge Mahalo to the donors of the Virginia Aulani Rowan Scholarship for helping me get a step closer to my journey. I am very thankful for your generosity because it will allow me to of course further my education but more importantly, it will allow me to help my lahui. Me and my 'Ohana are beyond thankful for everything that helps toward my education. Your gift that you've given me gives me inspiration to do what I aspire to do. Mahalo once more! | |
Alohilani MacariolaScholarship:
Mahalo Denis Wong & Associates Scholarship. I am deeply grateful for your generosity. This support means a lot to me and my family, easing our financial burden and allowing me to focus on my studies. This scholarship will provide the resources I need and enable me to participate in enriching extracurricular activities. My goal this year is to excel academically and contribute meaningfully to my field of study. Your belief in my potential inspires me to work harder and aim higher. Mahalo once again for this incredible opportunity. Sincerely, Alohilani Macariola | |
Alyssa RawlinsScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors for selecting me as a recipient. I imagine that there were many applicants, and I am incredibly grateful to be blessed by your generosity. The monetary support will alleviate some of burden and stress that is associated with college fees and tuition. I pray that our Father in heaven finds favor over me, gives me wisdom and understanding, provides me a supportive friend group, and keeps me safe and healthy as I work to pursue my nursing degree at the University of Portland. Mahalo nui loa for helping to make my dreams come true. | |
Alyssa CuttieScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Association of Maui Scholarship. I am so thankful for having the opportunity to have this scholarship. College is a great goal for me and I am so happy that this will help me to meet that goal. I hope to achieve a college experience full of learning. Mahalo again! | |
Alyssa FaulknerScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship! As I embark on my post-secondary journey, I would like to express my unending gratitude for allowing me to reach my fullest potential in not only my academics, but my character and citizenship. With the help of this scholarship, I am fortunate enough to pursue a degree in psychology and eventually return back home to advance the mental health of our lāhui and ensure the prosperity of future generations of Hawaiians. I am honored to continue Mrs. Richard's legacy, mahalo again for this opportunity! | |
Alyssa LeeScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Hawaii Island New Knowledge Fund THINK for selecting me as a recipient of the award. I’d like to extend my utmost gratitude for being given this award as it will tremendously help lessen the burden of my institutional financial need. This will help me complete my final year of schooling, and catapult me into my intended career. Furthermore, this gift will support my efforts in providing for my family. I am so thankful for this blessing. | |
Alyssa MagalianesScholarship:Mahalo donors of the “Mahalo Ke Akua” and “Desha-Mulholland” scholarship! My heart is so beyond thankful for your generosity of these awards and it is a great help to me and my ‘ohana in affording quality education for the next academic school year. I will take advantage of all educational opportunities within my college and community to continue in making a difference for our lāhui! This year is just the start of pursuing my career in education and I’m so beyond blessed with your support in these first steps. Mahalo mahalo mahalo! I hope to make you proud! | |
Alyssia Fernandez RuizScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Douglas and Sandra Akina Scholarship. I want to thank you for providing me with your scholarship so that I may have the opportunity to further my education after high school. With this award, I will now be able to pursue a degree in education which will help me become a teacher at Kamehameha Schools Maui to prepare the future generations to better our Hawaiian community. I want to again mahalo you for your generosity in providing me with this award. | |
Alyssia Fernandez RuizScholarship:
Mahalo donors for awarding me with the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1968 "Ka Poli O Kaiona" Scholarship. This scholarship gets me a few steps closer to educating the future generations of Hawai‘i and to contributing to the betterment of the Hawaiian Kingdom through education. Thank you so much for supporting me through my college education through this scholarship award. | |
Alyssia Fernandez RuizScholarship:
Thank you donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1978 Scholarship and donors of the Kekuna'ai'ali'i scholarship. Receiving these scholarship awards takes away the financial stress my family and I have in funding for my college expenses. In my future, I plan on returning to Maui to become a teacher at Kamehameha Schools where I will be guiding the future leaders of Hawai'i on making critical decisions, which may impact not only them, but the communities they live in. With your scholarship award, you are not only contributing to my future, but the future of Hawai'i as well. Mahalo! | |
Amanda JardinScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa to the donors of the Kamehameha Schools Association of Kauaʻi Scholarship. My family and I are forever grateful for your support in the furthering of my education. I plan to use the awarded money for my tuition at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa where I will be majoring in Civil Engineering. Again, mahalo nui! | |
Amaris HallScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors of the Kamehameha Class of 1970 Scholarship! I am incredibly grateful for your generosity, as this scholarship will help me purchase necessary materials for my college education, as well as assist me in reducing the loans I take out during my undergraduate years. Next year I will be enrolled in an intensive where I can coauthor a paper with my major advisor. Mahalo again for your generosity and all I can accomplish with this scholarship. | |
Amaya GenoviaScholarship:
Aloha e donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship and Warren Nakupuna Ah Loo Memorial Scholarship. I am very thankful for your generosity because it will allow me to obtain a college education without having to worry about the burden of tuition and it motivates me to continue to strive for academic success and pursue a career in medicine. I plan to major in human biology and am excited to immerse myself in a wide range of clubs including Stanford Medicine, Women in Medicine, Stanford Running Club, and much more. After receiving my undergraduate degree, I hope to attend medical school and return home to Hawaiʻi to serve my community. | |
Amber Kekahuna-ColeScholarship:
Mahalo for your generosity and selecting me for this scholarship for 2022-2023 academic year. This means a lot and will help me achieve my education goals. I plan on working for a community health care center as a physical therapist. I also see myself working with kids as a coach, learning as much as I can and giving back to my community. | |
Amber Kekahuna-ColeScholarship:
Mahalo for your generosity and selecting me for this scholarship. This means a lot and will help me achieve my education goals in being a physical therapist working community health care center and working for the underserved community here in Hawai‘i while pursing a minor in Hawaii Studies and learning more about my culture. | |
Amedee Conley-KapoiScholarship:
I would like to share my sincere gratitude. Your generous donations will help make my dream of attending Dartmouth a reality, and I am honored to be representing my lāhui there. My interests span the fields of astronomy, anthropology, and environmental studies. From a Western standpoint, these disciplines may not appear to be connected; however, they are very much interwoven from a Hawaiian perspective. There has been a disconnect between astronomers and the indigenous population, which is problematic. My vision is to help rekindle the ancestral ties to astronomy while supporting current research and technology on our mountains and help ensure it is carried out respectfully. Without your support, this would not be possible. | |
Amy McKeeScholarship:
Aloha mai e Hartwell Hewahewaokalani Lee Loy, Sr. Scholarship Selection Committee, I am deeply honored and humbled to be selected for the Hartwell Hewahewaokalani Lee Loy, Sr. Scholarship. As a Kanaka ʻŌiwi (Native Hawaiian) and a product of Hawaiʻi's public school system, I have dedicated my life to uplifting kanaka and kamaʻāina students. This scholarship is not only an immense personal honor but also a powerful affirmation of the potential for education to create lasting, positive change in Hawaiʻi.My PhD research focuses on developing economic sovereignty and resilience through education. I envision a future in Hawaiʻi where our keiki are able to afford the ability to live and thrive in Hawaiʻi, and do not have to leave the islands in order to get a good job or buy a house. I see public school education as the catalyst for this positive change and transformation.Mahalo nui loa for your incredible generosity and belief in my work. I am deeply honored, and I appreciate all that you do. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to support you or your organization, or if there are any terms or conditions to the award I need to consider. | |
Anaheim-Joy BrownScholarship:
Mahalo! Thanks to your help I will be able to attend the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and major in marine science with little to no financial burden. My future plans are to either work for DLNR or Kamehameha Schools in land and water management. Once again thank you for this opportunity to give back to my lāhui! I will also be able to be more active in the community and make connections that will help me in the future. Once again mahalo for investing in my future! | |
Anaya AlameidaScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa to the donors of the Kamehameha Schools Association of Kaua‘i Scholarship and the Odell and Hastings Slagel Scholarship. I am extremely honored and grateful for the money that I was awarded where it will be used for a great cause. My ‘ohana and I cannot thank you donors enough for what you all have granted me. Mahalo nui. | |
Andrew LovellScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the 'Alihi Scholarship. I am so thankful for your generosity in helping my family and I pay for my college education. Attending college is a big step in my life where I hope to learn many life lessons and develop myself personally. I plan to use my college education to start up my own business back here in Hawaii to battle climate change and protect the environment here. Mahalo nui again for granting me this scholarship and making it possible for me to attend college! | |
Annamarie EllazarScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa! I am so thankful for your support. The funds provided will help me pursue my scientific and artistic passions by allowing me to purchase supplies necessary for study and artistic creation. My plans are to attend USC and receive a degree in environmental studies with minors in drawing and painting. I'll return back to Hawaiʻi and contribute to the protection of Hawaiʻi's land, species, and natural resources. I'll also advocate for a Native Hawaiian approach to sustainability and climate change response. Beyond my career, I plan to use my art minors to beautify and inspire the communities in Hawaiʻi by painting murals. | |
Anuhea VidaScholarship:
Mahalo e donors! As the time to pursue further education nears, it is very reassuring that there are people out there who are willing to support young students like me. I hope to become well-rounded, educated, and successful in media. I am very excited to be attending a college that can support my aspirations as a filmmaker as well as deepen my relationship to Hawaiian culture. I intend to double major in film and Hawaiian Studies, to learn about sustainability and agriculture through a Hawaiian lens. I am passionate about being a filmmaker and am working to aid the ʻaina of Hawaiʻi through storytelling. Mahalo! | |
Anuhea KeliʻiwaiwaiʻoleScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Wallace and Barbara Ka'awaloa Scholarship! I’m truly grateful for your support through this scholarship as it means a lot to me and my ʻohana. Knowing I have your assistance financially allows me to focus fully on my first year of nursing in HPU's direct-entry program! I’ll devote myself to the nursing curriculum, gaining clinical experience, and embodying the nurse I aspire to be. I appreciate your investment in my future, and am committed to making the most of this opportunity to achieve my goal of completing my first year of nursing successfully. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Apoleihikiula CarvalhoScholarship:
Thank you so much for donating, and supporting me in becoming an architect. With this scholarship I will be able to pursue my dreams and in the future, help my community. The generosity is appreciated, and I couldn‘t be more grateful. | |
Apoleihikiula CarvalhoScholarship:
Mahalo Donors of the Oswald "Oz" K. Stender Scholarship, I am beyond grateful for the generosity and opportunity. I am one of 5 children and with the help of this scholarship I will be able to continue school and relieve my family of the extra burden. I hope to secure more internship opportunities while I am in school so that I can get closer to my goals of giving back to my hometown of Hilo, and the island. | |
Ariana BlasScholarship:
I want to Mahalo the donors of the many scholarships of Pauahi foundation for giving me and my classmates the oppurtunity to pay for our post-high education, but more specifically I am grateful for the Mary Artherton donors for your generous donation. This means a lot for me and my family because this is one step forward to achieving my goals. Mahalo again! | |
Ariana Ferreira-TorralbaScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the John A. and Georgia J. Meyer Scholarship! My family and I are extremely grateful for your generous contribution towards funding my future endeavors. This scholarship will allow me to follow my dream of playing basketball at a collegiate level while pursuing a college degree in Chicago, Illinois. I plan to pursue my passion in the STEM fields and inspire other young Native Hawaiians. Thank you for investing in my future; it is an absolute honor to receive this scholarship and I will do my best to represent Kamehameha Schools and Pauahi. | |
Arianna NakanoScholarship:
I want to send my deepest mahalo to the donors of the Kamehameha Schools Association of Kauaʻi. This money will help my ʻohana and me immensely by helping to pay for all the costs college presents. With this, I will be able to pursue and achieve my dreams. Post-college, my ultimate goal is to return home and become a pediatric oncology nurse. Your kindness, compassion, and generosity will be remembered forever. Mahalo, mahalo, mahalo from the bottom of my heart. | |
Arianna RadonaScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Gladys Kamakakuokalani Ainoa Brant Scholarship for your generosity. I want to thank you for helping me pursue my goal of becoming a teacher. Your contribution will allow me to continue to focus on my education and reach my goals.I hope to become a teacher who inspires students and fosters creativity and inclusivity. With your assistance, I am closer to achieving my aspirations and making a positive impact on future generations.Your generosity has made a significant difference in my life, and I am profoundly thankful for your investment in my future. Thank you again for your support. | |
Arissa KahaialiiScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship. Your consideration will help me further my education-- which has been a goal of mine since elementary school. With this scholarship, I plan to use it for my tuition and other necessary expenses. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Arllie BlancoScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kunuiakea Scholarship. I am so thankful for your generosity and this means a lot to me and my ‘ohana. I have big goals that I want to fulfill and with this scholarships financial help, I can get a head start. As a local family struggling financially we appreciate all the help we can get. Mahalo nui loa. | |
Asaeli HikilaScholarship:Aloha mai, I'd like to thank you all for the incredible support you've offered me. Because of you all I've been given the ability to go to my dream school and pursue my passion for storytelling. Our people are the original storytellers, and thanks to you I can work to become like them. | |
Aspen-Shay KaneScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Henry-Lee Scholarship, thank you for giving back to your community and allowing me to get a higher education. Currently, I don't have any college savings or funds and this scholarship will help to get me a degree, Mahalo. | |
Athena IokepaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Edwin Mahiai Copp Beamer Scholarship, I am so deeply thankful for your generosity as it will allow me to finish my final semester at HPU. Your scholarship is instrumental in allowing me to afford my last semester and to finish my degrees. I’m hoping to continue on my current trajectory and make it onto the Dean’s list one more time before I graduate. I am an aspiring writer, singer, actor, streamer, and intend to pursue all of these things for my remaining time in school as well as after. Again, mahalo nui loa for your generosity. | |
Aubree PanuiScholarship:
I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to all the donors who have made it possible for me to attend college. Your generosity means the world to me and my ‘ohana. This gift is a critical step toward achieving my dream of becoming a sonographer and giving back to my community in Hawaii. It provides me with the opportunity to focus on my studies and excel this academic year. I hope to make you proud through my hard work and dedication. Mahalo for your kindness and support in helping me reach my educational goals.Mahalo nui loa! 🌺 | |
Aubrey SchmidtScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am very thankful for your generosity because it gives us hope in times when there is stress and worry about finances. What I hope to achieve this year is to stay on track and keep my grades up with the reminder that this also gives my ʻohana someone to look up to and be proud of. My plans and aspirations regarding college/post-secondary education and a future career is to attend law school and become an attorney. Mahalo for this great experience. | |
Aubrey AhanaScholarship:
Aloha e donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship! I would like to extend my gratitude for awarding me this scholarship! With this money, I'll be able to further my educational journey at a higher level with the intention of coming back to someday teach here in Hawai‘i. I appreciate everything you do, not only for me, but for the many other students in need of financial aid, and I hope you continue all you‘ve done!! | |
Aubrey BlanchetteScholarship:
I am so grateful for the support of my academic journey from the generosity of the donors of the Pauahi Scholars scholarship. This gift will be used towards helping me to further my education in my study of aviation. My family and I are forever grateful for the opportunities that Pauahi has continued to grace us with. The goal for my first year of college is to find my passions and myself and work hard towards my academic goals. Mahalo again to the generous donors of the Pauahi Scholars Scholarship. | |
Austin ParrillaScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa to the donors of the Makaloa Graduate Scholarship fund. Your generosity has allowed me to shift my focus from the costs of my educational pursuits and focus on my learning. Without this donation, continuing my education would be simply unattainable, and both my family and I remain forever grateful for your support. I intend to begin my career as a mental health counselor for children in Hawaiʻi’s schools, and concurrently work toward obtaining my PsyD in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis on child psychology. It is my hope that I can use my education and background to support the underserved local youth population. | |
Autumn TadaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Ula Baker Sheecha Scholarship for giving me a chance to prove my creativity and put my art out into the world. It means so much to me that my pieces have caught your eye and I truly appreciate your support so that I can further my education. My ‘ohana and I are eternally grateful and your gift will help me continue on making them proud. I'm honored to be an upcoming Kamehameha alumni and I'm forever indebted to Pauahi for the opportunity to pursue my interests. I will move forward being a memorable student and I hope to achieve plans for a brighter future. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Ava DavisScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Scholars, Kamehameha Schools Class of 1974 Scholarship, and Kamehameha Schools Maui Parent Teacher Student Organization ‘A‘apueo Scholarship. My family and I are truly grateful for the support given to me to reach my goal of affording a college education. These awards have inspired me to pursue my passion and purpose of becoming a physician assistant and returning home to help my people. Forever indebted... Mahalo! | |
Ava PasaScholarship:
To my generous donors, John and Georgia Meyer, thank you so much. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to grow not only as a student but as a young lady. With this scholarship, I am now able to open new doors that I wasn‘t able to before. I now have the privilege to continue my academic‘s and become a first generation college student. With this scholarship I plan to become a nurse and then eventually work my way up to a nurse practitioner. By doing so I hope to leave my mark on not only this world but to my lāhui as well. It has always been a dream of mines to nurture and care for those in need. I am excited to explore the new opportunities I have been granted. | |
Ava NikoraScholarship:
This donation means so much to me and my family. Before these scholarships, I did not know if many of my educational aspirations would be a feasible option for me. However with these generous donations, my chances of achieving them have increased immensely. I can promise you that I will utilize this scholarship to the best of my ability and hopefully create something from it that will make you proud. In the coming years, I plan on furthering my education at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where I can begin to expand my abilities to make a difference for my community back here in Hawai'i. Once again, I appreciate all that you have done for me and for your generous support in my future endeavors. Mahalo! | |
Ava Leilani ShimabukuScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the KSHPTO Scholarship! I am super grateful for this scholarship as it will go to helping me and my ‘ohana create a prosperous future. I plan to use this scholarship to pay for my tuition at Grand Canyon Univeristy where I will be pursuing a degree in sociology. Mahalo again for all the help! | |
Avani NāleimaileScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the Desha-Mulholland Scholarship, Kamehameha Schools Hawai'i Parent Teacher Organization Scholarship (KSHPTO), and Tauati 'Ohana Scholarship. I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your generous support through the scholarship. Your contribution towards my education not only alleviates the financial challenges, but also provides me with the best opportunities to achieve my future aspirations. Your investment in my future means the world to me, as I can now pursue my dream of attending Seattle University as a freshmen and eventually become a Native Hawaiian physician's assistant. This year, I hope to accomplish my first year in college as a nursing student. Mahalo nui for believing in my potential and providing me with the means to achieve my goals. | |
Aysha-Lynn EstrellaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the George Hiʻilani Mills Scholarship. Thanks to your kindness, I will be able to cover the supplies cost of my tuition which includes the use of therapeutic modalities, taping materials, and diagnostic tools that are crucial for my hands-on learning. This year I look forward to learning all of the skills that I will be needing for my clinical immersion next year and hope to help with the community education activities that the University of Utah hosts. Mahalo nui loa, your generosity inspires me to make the most of every opportunity and to one day pay forward the kindness you've shown me. | |
Bailey-Ann LeeScholarship:
My name is Bailey-Ann Lee. Mahalo for your generosity in selecting me as a recipient of the The Hawai‘i Island New Knowledge Fund THINK Scholarship. Your generosity will make my final year of college successful and worry free. This year I hope to achieve getting my degree as it is my final year of college which I am very excited about. This award means to much to me and I am looking forward to graduating and being able to serve my home community in Puna, Hawaii in the medical field. Mahalo!! | |
Baylee Goeas GaldeiraScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kunuiakea Scholarship! I am extremely thankful for your generous donation, being awarded this scholarship provides a great help for my family and I as I strive to accomplish my academic endeavors. Being given this opportunity and blessing is something that I do not take lightly, and with your help my journey to achieving my career goals have been made easier. Mahalo nui! | |
Bella SteinkeScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Lee Thomas Pacific Island Scholarship and the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship. As I begin a new chapter of my education, I want to take the time to share my deep appreciation for your generosity, which will help me to pursue a career in investigative journalism, where I hope to uplift our lāhui by advocating for the stolen voices of native Hawaiian women. Your contribution means the world to me. Mahalo. | |
Bernadine SouzaScholarship:
To say that I am eternally grateful for this financial gift to assist me in my pursuit of a doctorate degree in education is an understatement. Receiving this scholarship and being able to share the news with my daughters made me feel so proud and I thank you for giving our family this moment to rejoice together. I hope to inspire other Kanaka ‘Ōiwi students, especially mothers, at all degree levels, to see the value in investing in their education and to be unafraid to commit to their future. Being able to bring my teenage daughters and toddler alongside me on this journey has been a huge blessing! | |
Blaise LooScholarship:
Thank you for this sum of money I’ve been blessed with. This is an investment I will use in my life to bolster our community as I plan on continuing my education to obtain a business degree. I choose this college as it will benefit me academically and spiritually. Mahalo! | |
Braden WongScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Bernice Leinani Kuakini Ahlo and Henry Keanu Ahlo Scholarship, and Pa‘upena Named Endowment Fund. I am very thank full for your generosity, and help in funding my college plans. It means a lot to have your scholarship, because it makes it easier on my family who is already paying a large amount for my sisters college tuition. When I am in college I hope to join internships in the natural sciences field, and hopefully discover what I would like to do as a profession. Anyways, thanks again for your consideration and contributions, it means a lot. | |
Brady AkauScholarship:
To the donors of the Pauahi Scholars and the DeWitt Wallace Scholarships, thank you so much for the generous donations in order to help fund my future academic career; my family and I are not only excited, but truly are indebted to you all. With this money, I can pursue my interest in Mathematics and utilize my career to help future mathematicians in my shoes. I will be learning at CalTech, one of the most prestigious schools in America, and all because I was able to find funding thanks to generous people like you all. Again, mahalo for your generosity, I promise to make good on your donation! | |
Brandon SadoScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Ruth and Frank Midkiff Scholarship. I am exremely grateful for your generosity, which will allow me to use this scholarship towards my enrollment at UH Mānoa in the fall. My family is also grateful for this scholarship, this will help me to get closer to furthering my academic journey in the pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. I hope to achieve a greater understanding of mechanical engineering under the professor(s) at UH Mānoa. Once again, mahalo for selecting me as the recipient of this scholarship, mahalo! | |
Brayden JoaquinScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Scholarship! This means a lot not only to me but to my hard-working parents who put in countless hours to help pay for my education. I hope I can come back and do good for the community. I plan to gain an education in business at the University of San Francisco. Later, I want to come back to Hawaiʻi to help people struggling in this field. | |
Brayden Heu-GreenbaumScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Association of Kauai. I'm very thankful for your generosity as it will help me to pay for my first year of college tuition. I plan to attend Oregon State University where I will be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. This year I would like to focus on adjusting to college life and excelling in my academics. Mahalo again for your support of my academic endeavors | |
Brayden MalaniScholarship:
Mahalo nui for your generosity and supporting my post-high endeavors. With your gift, I will be able to attend college in pursuit of an education degree, where I will contribute back to the lāhui of Hawaiʻi as an educator. Mahalo nui for your investment in my future, and this will greatly assist me in pursuing my dreams and passions. | |
Braysen LibedScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1974 scholarship! I am most thankful and honored for the scholarship as it will assist me with obtaining my master’s degree. I have the honor and opportunity to attend Johns Hopkins School of Nursing this coming fall. As I enter this next step in my life, higher education is important to my family and me and I appreciate the chance to experience this adventure on the east coast. Mahalo again for the gracious donation and assistance. | |
Braysen LibedScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1974 Scholarship! I am most thankful and honored for the scholarship as it will assist me with obtaining my Master's degree. I have the honor and opportunity to attend Johns Hopkins School of Nursing this coming fall. As I enter this next step in my life, higher education is important to my family and me and I appreciate the chance to experience this adventure on the East Coast. Mahalo again for the gracious donation and assistance. | |
Brennagen BotelhoScholarship:
I’m honored and pleased that you have accepted me to be a recipient of your donation to my education. I know that it’s your care in uplifting the community of future Hawaiian leaders, by solidifying and ensuring our post-high plans, that drives you to make such charitable contributions. I also aim to be a positive representative for Hawaii and an even greater representation for all the potential I have yet to achieve. I will honor our shared goals and make great achievements. Thank you. | |
Briana OrtizScholarship:
Mahalo donors, I want to express my heartfelt thanks to you for making it possible for me to get this Scholarship. I could not do this without your assistance. This means everything to me. I want to make a difference by serving others as a nurse in a world that takes more than it gives. My ambition is to work as a nurse in cancer since I find fulfillment in supporting people through difficult times. Mahalo! | |
Brianne BartolomeScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Makaloa Scholarship. My family and I are grateful and appreciate the financial support your scholarship has provided us as I am soon to embark on a new life's milestone. I am excited to begin college in the Fall at the University of Portland. | |
Briyana AllenScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Hawaii Island New Knowledge Fund THINK Scholarship! I am so thankful for your generosity because this means I am one step closer to achieving my goal of being able to work in my Hilo community and give back to the children of Hilo. This scholarship has allowed me to further my education in counseling psychology and work directly with the children in my community. This year I am hoping to complete my Master's in Counseling Psychology Program and provide children in my community mental health services. Mahalo! | |
Bronson AzamaScholarship:
Mahalo donors. I am truly and sincerely grateful. This year I have struggled balancing many things and a series of unfortunate events that included the passing of my grandmother. Yet amid the struggle, your support has been a reminder that even on days when we wake up to clouds, the sun still remains. Mahalo nui for your support and the warmth you have provided amidst what felt like a storm. I look forward to pursuing my interests to best support the people of Hawaiʻi and carrying the legacy of our kūpuna through attending law school in pursuit of my J.D., then working in government in various capacities starting at the state legislature. | |
Brooklyn KeliʻikuliScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Foundation Scholarships! Your generosity means the world to me and my ‘ohana. This scholarship will help alleviate the financial burden of my education and allow me to focus on my studies. I am determined to excel this academic year and pursue my dreams of becoming a special education teacher. Your support is truly a blessing, and I am grateful for the opportunity to further my education. Mahalo for investing in my future! | |
Bryden KaʻauwaiScholarship:
To the donors of the David and Julia Desha Scholarship, I would like to extend my warmest aloha and greatest appreciation with you all! I thank you for supporting me along my journey as I strive to achieve greatness within the hospitality industry. I am very honored to be able to receive this opportunity and represent my island home of Kauaʻi. As a college student, receiving support such as being an honored recipient goes a long way and motivates me to push harder! Mahalo nui loa for your generosity and for continuing to impact the lives of many Native Hawaiian youth and young adults each year! | |
Brysha Balancio-SadamaruScholarship:
Aloha donors, I just wanted to thank you for picking me for the Allen A. Bailey Scholarship, I am very thankful for your consideration for picking me as one of the many students for this scholarship. With this scholarship opportunity I will be using this to further my education in teaching. I have been working with kids for the past three years and I really enjoyed working with them. I think that education is really important and I am looking forward to being able to educate future generations. I really appreciate this because it allows me to pay for graduate school. Mahalo nui. | |
Brysha Balancio-SadamaruScholarship:
Mahalo Nui for allowing me this scholarship opportunity to further my education towards becoming a elementary teacher and receiving my masters in elementary education. I am so thankful for the support that you have given me to help me in my journey. Mahalo Nui! | |
Bryson KauScholarship:
Mahalo donors! On behalf of my family and I, we are truly grateful for your generosity towards funding my future. Amidst the ever-increasing price of college, your contributions have lightened the financial burden of attending my dream school. I plan on majoring in either biomedical engineering or computer science with an AI focus at Stanford University. Consequently, I hope to either attain my master's degree at Stanford or attend medical school before coming home to serve my community through health. Again, I am honored to receive these scholarships and will continue to represent Kamehameha Schools with pride. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Cade ShiromaScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi Parent Teacher Organization Scholarship and the Theodore Richards Scholarship. I thank you greatly for your generosity. The funds I’ve received will aid my journey of self-discovery and development in college. I want to uncover as much as I possibly can about music and its effect on the individual. From this, I can teach young musicians what I've learned, and inspire them to act upon their own creative instincts. Thank you so much! | |
Cade KaneScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Makaloa Scholarship, I am so grateful to receive this award. It is a significant contribution to my academic journey that cannot be understated. This gift will lessen the burden of tuition for my parents, who fund my work in college. This upcoming year, I hope to thrive in all of my courses, make new relationships, and gain a better idea of what I want to become. Once again, mahalo for this great award! | |
Caleb YuenScholarship:
I’d like to express my heartfelt thanks to the Donors of the Pu‘uwai Hau Kila Scholarship! I'm so very grateful for your donation to help me with my collegiate aspirations. I'm humbled by your decision and confidence that this award represents. This gift means so much to myself and to my Ohana as we were scrambling to fund my college tuition. This award will help me reach my educational objective to earn my bachelor’s in engineering. My goal upon graduation is a career in electrical and robotic engineering. I promise that I’ll work hard in my studies striving for excellence as I pursue my degree. Mahalo! | |
Caleb CorreaScholarship:
I am extremely thankful and grateful for receiving the Darlene Kanoho MacAuley (KSK '89) Ohana Manaleo Scholarship for this upcoming school year. The University of Oregon has been a dream school of mine and the main obstacle that was holding me back from achieving this goal was my financial struggle. With your help, I will use this gift to cultivate my passion into my identity and give back to my alma mater. | |
Camden FongScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors for the support and generosity! It is hard to express how grateful I am for the financial support going into college. These awards have relieved me of some of the financial burdens college holds. I hope that once I graduate from college, I can return home to give back to the community. | |
Camille SlagleScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I’m so thankful that this scholarship will be able to let me conduct my own research project in Hawaiʻi this upcoming fall on Kīlauea & Hawaiʻi’s beautiful volcanoes. As a chemistry major and geology minor, I hope to one day be able to use my skills to come back home and serve the lāhui and the ʻāina that has raised me. Mahalo. | |
Camille SlagleScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the 2017 Great Whites Scholarship-- because of your generosity, I am able to continue my education in chemistry and geology, with the hopes of one day being able to bring back a blend of Western and Indigenous research methods to Hawai‘i, and particularly to the field of volcanology. My goal is to continue to graduate school, and come back home to represent Native Hawaiian people and culture in my chosen academia paths. Mahalo for allowing me to pursue my passions. | |
Cammie MasandaScholarship:
Thank you for your generosity in helping fund my college education! I will be pursuing my passion in beach volleyball while gaining a new passion and you are helping me achieve those goals. Mahalo Nui Loa! | |
Carlos MasukoScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors of the The Hawai'i Island New Knowledge Fund THINK scholarship. This scholarship will significantly help me and my ʻohana afford to send me to college for my final year. I look forward to graduating this upcoming spring of 2025 from Pacific University Oregon with a Bachelors of Science in Biology and a Chemistry Minor, and you have contributed to that. Mahalo Piha, Carlos Masuko | |
Carly ZablanScholarship:
Aloha and mahalo nui to the donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship, no ka lokomaikaʻi. Everything I have received is truly a big, much needed, kōkua to my family and me. The aid from this scholarship is my financial assistance guiding me through my first year of college. I hope to make the most out of every penny I put towards my education and I hope to one day look back at this gift as a factor in my success; to somehow be able to give back to the āina in conservation and the lāhui by educating the younger generations about their culture. | |
Carly IbaraScholarship:
Twelve years ago, I made the decision to leave my career in business and marketing to become a teacher. I wanted to pursue the art of teaching to make a difference in the lives of my students and in the world. While teaching is the hardest job I have ever had (after motherhood), it is also the most rewarding. I have never regretted my decision. This generous scholarship will allow me to now elevate my understanding of curriculum design and help other passionate teachers build lessons that will spark the young minds of Hawai‘i keiki. | |
Carly CruzScholarship:
Mahalo nui donors of the Manowai Scholarship! I am very grateful for this aid and will be using it to purchase things needed for the upcoming school year. I hope to have a very academically and personally successful first year on this new journey. I appreciate your support very much 😊 Again, mahalo! | |
Carol HutchisonScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Dorothy Martin Scholarship! I am so grateful and honored to receive this award. This means a lot to my ʻohana and me because it will help me to go to my dream school, Claremont McKenna College. I recently visited CMC and fell in love with the campus, the people, and its academics. I am so excited to major in environmental analysis and Japanese, and I hope that my degree will help me to pursue a career in the field of conservation biology. Mahalo! | |
Caroline SloperScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Warren Nakupuna Ah Loo Memorial Scholarship and to the donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship and teh donors of the William S. Richardson Commemorative Scholarship. I am so honored to be considered for these awards. Your contributions will allow me to further my academic goals. Next year, I will be in New Haven, CT studying Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology on the pre-med track at Yale University. I am super excited to begin my undergraduate education! Mahalo nui loa for all your support! | |
Casey DusenberryScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Kauaʻi Association Scholarship. My ʻohana and I are extremely grateful for your generosity in gifting me with this scholarship. Because of this gift, my ʻohana will not need to worry about the financial burden brought forth by college. This gift will help me this academic year in my educational journey in covering for my tuition expenses. I hope to be able to establish many connections this year and make the most of my education during my first year. My ʻohana and I cannot thank you enough for your generosity, mahalo! | |
Cassidy DuquetteScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Dennis Wong & Associates Scholarship for your generous gift towards my college education at Montana State University. As I begin this new chapter of my life you are helping to make my dreams of becoming a Veterinarian possible. I will strive to work my hardest so that I can return to Hawaii and become a contributing member of my community. Mahalo Nui for believing in me and supporting my dreams. | |
Catalina Naki-AlforteScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa to the donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1961 Scholarship and the I Mua Malama JROTC Takemoto Scholarship. I am deeply grateful for your generosity and support. Your gift means the world to me and my 'ohana, as it will help me pursue my academic goals without financial burden. This scholarship will enable me to focus on my studies and extracurricular activities, allowing me to reach my full potential.This academic year, I hope to achieve academic excellence, build meaningful relationships with my peers and mentors, and develop valuable skills that will prepare me for my future career. Your gift has instilled in me a sense of purpose and motivation to make a positive impact in my community. Once again, mahalo piha to the donors of these scholarships. Your kindness and investment in my education will have a lasting impact on my life and the lives of those around me. I am honored to be a recipient of your generosity." | |
Ceanne BaliarisScholarship:
Thank you so much for all your generosity during the scholarship season. I am forever thankful for the opportunities these scholarships have opened for me. All the help I received is truly appreciated and helpful for me to continue my education at Seattle University. I am studying to graduate with my bachelors of science in diagnostic ultrasound. Then, I will return to Hawaii to start a career. | |
Celena Rulloda-BeateScholarship:
I am honored and very grateful to be a recipient of the Homer David Kahilialau and Thelma Mabara Burge, Sr. Scholarship, the Kamehameha Schools Class of 2005 Scholarship, and the Sarah Keli‘ilolena Lum Konia Nakoa Scholarship. You are supporting my journey of becoming an ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i kumu to support the perpetuation of Hawaiian ‘ike, allowing me to serve our lāhui, and encouraging me to persevere towards accomplishing my aspirations. Receiving this aid has allowed me to be the first person in my family to attend college and it has lifted an immense amount of financial burden off of my shoulders. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Chancen LawScholarship:
Mahalo donors/representatives of the DeWitt Wallace scholarship, Randy Wayne Ahuna Scholarship, and the Kamehameha Schools Alumni Association — O‘ahu Region Scholarship. The financial assistance will be of great help to me in paying my educational expenses, and will allow me to concentrate more of my time on my studies. I promise to use the scholarship to enhance my education and strive for excellence in the career path I choose to endeavor. | |
Chandler LawScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kalino Foundation Merit-Based Scholarship. I am eternally grateful for your generous gift, as this will lift a burden off both my parents’ and my shoulders. This award will help pay off my tuition and my college living expenses which I am so thrilled about because it will be my last semester before I graduate with my bachelor’s degree. My plan after I graduate from college is to enroll into medical school. I would like to become an oncologist because I've had people in my life who had cancer, some survived and some tragically passed, and I want to do whatever it takes to save more lives from this awful disease. Mahalo for granting me with this scholarship. | |
Chanel MatsumotoScholarship:
Mahalo so much for my scholarship! It really helps to empower me and my family to see that college is in reach for me. I hope to use this education to further our Hawaiian community and help make Hawaii a better place. Mahalo! | |
Charles NaoneScholarship:
I would like to say mahalo for your generosity in giving me this scholarship. It has been a very stressful experience trying to manage senior year while worrying about financing college, and by offering this scholarship to me, you have relieved me of some of that stress. Your contribution will benefit my family and me greatly and will allow me to pursue becoming an engineer. I hope that with this money, I will be able to repay both my family and the community following my time in university. | |
Chase KamikawaScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa for your generosity and support during this exciting time. College is very expensive, and your gift of aloha and support really goes a long way in helping my ʻohana. I hope to dive deep into my studies at Dartmouth, always holding true to my Hawaiian beliefs and indigenous practices. I hope to attend law school after my undergraduate studies, concentrating in corporate law, whether it is advising corporations on Native Hawaiian issues or working directly in the community to support the many ongoing legal battles. Once again, mahalo for this amazing opportunity and for supporting me! | |
Chavis LeeScholarship:
Douglas K.K. Chung Memorial for offering me a scholarship to help with my tuition ad education expenses. It means a lot to me for you guys selecting me to get this scholarship. I will use it to the best of my ability and make the most of it by studying and working hard so that I can graduate from college. This scholarship will help my parents and make it easier for them which I am very grateful for. | |
Chaylea TomeScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the George Hi‘ilani Mills Scholarship. I can't express how much gratitude I have for your generous donation. This scholarship will be used toward my graduate study as I will be attending the University of Southern California's Doctor of Physical Therapy program. My goal is to eventually move back to my home, ‘Oahu, and help the Hawaiian community Mahalo again for your generosity and support, I appreciate it greatly! | |
Chaylea TomeScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1968 "Ka Poli O Kaiona" scholarship for your generous donation towards my educational journey. This gift will allow me to further pursue my degree in physical therapy, a profession that I am passionate about and will have the ability to help those in need. My family and I are so grateful for your generosity towards helping the Hawaiian community further their education. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Chaz GouveiaScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I would like to sincerely thank you for this scholarship. I am looking forward to continuing my educational pursuits this upcoming semester. Without scholarships funded from generous donors such as yourselves, my dream of becoming a college graduate would not be possible. There is no place like home, and I plan on attending college on ʻOahu and earning my bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, to become competitive in the workforce, and ultimately provide for my future family. I would like to sincerely thank you once again for your kindness and generosity. | |
Chazlynn DuranScholarship:
Mahloa nui loa to my scholarship donors, this award is so deeply appreciated. Like I stated above, I have many goals for my future, and with you generosity I can further my education, taking me closer to achieving those goals and dreams! | |
Chevy BushScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1956 Scholarship. I am really thankful for this opportunity because coming from a financial hardship household, this means a lot. On my academic career to become an mechanical engineer is not cheap. This scholarship will help me by affording books, housing, etc. Mahalo! | |
Cheydon Kaluahine-SalmoScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Mr. John Riggle Scholarship, I am so grateful for this opportunity that you have blessed me with, I will be able to continue sharing my love and passion for music to others and inspire them to chase their dreams as well. This will help me pursue music as a career and experience the music industry as a whole, for that I am so gratefully. From the bottom of my heart mahalo nui loa. | |
Cheyenne BajoScholarship:
Mahalo for making my dreams come true. As a first-generation and low-income student, thank you for entrusting me with the responsibility of upholding the legacy of the Kalino Foundation, Kamehameha Schools Class of 1962 Scholarship, and Rebecca Kunipo Ching Scholarship. You have entrusted the very best of this generation with the hope and faith needed to become the best and brightest versions of ourselves – thank you. I plan to obtain my master's and PhD in nursing after graduating with my bachelor's. I whole-heartedly envision myself working as a pediatric endocrinology nurse practitioner helping children with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Mahalo nui loa. | |
Cheyenne SatoScholarship:
Mahalo nui iā ‘oukou! From your generous support, I am able to continue my ambitious journey. I hope to come back and bring this gratitude to those who wish to follow my path of post-high education. May God bless you and all of those who considered me for their scholarship. | |
Chezlin GrilhoScholarship:
Mahalo Donors of the Yin ʻOhana Scholarship. The opportunity to continue my education with the generous support your family has provided me is a blessing. My ʻohana and I are very grateful and blessed to have this financial support. With this scholarship I will be able to pursue an education without providing my family a financial burden that they face putting my older brother through college with disability accommodations. Mahalo me ke aloha for the support and opportunity of a lifetime. | |
Chloe ChinenScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Mahiʻai scholarship. I am super thankful for your generosity as it will relieve a lot of financial stress for the upcoming financial year. This means a lot to my ʻohana and I as the money awarded will be solely used for the cost of books, supplies, and tuition. This generous donation will only help push me forward in my academic journey! Looking into the future, I am very excited to graduate in the year 2024 with a Bachelor’s in Tropical Agroecology. Mahalo nui loa. | |
Chloe ShimScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Alumni Association – Maui Region Scholarship. Thank you for your kindness in choosing me and my fellow classmates to receive this scholarship. I sincerely thank you. This money will go towards my tuition for this coming school year. I hope to learn new skills and make new connections that will better my future. Mahalo for your kindness! | |
Christian LowScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Edward Lapsley/Ho‘opa‘a Mau Scholarship. This gift will allow me to continue my educational journey toward becoming a Computer Science Major. My dad and I are truly blessed to receive any scholarship to help with my college tuition because we have gone through a lot of challenges. I will be sure to graduate from college and never give up on what I wish to do. | |
Christian AuldScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the John A. and Georgia J. Meyer Scholorship. Not only will this generous scholarship lessen the financial burden placed on my family, but it will allow me to invest more of my own money into giving back to my community. More specifically, the houseless population. I am forever grateful for being one step closer to opening up my own institution to help end houselessness in Hawaii. | |
Christian RossScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Benedict Kalamaku Lee Loy KS 1905 Endowed Scholarship,I am deeply grateful for your generous support. Your belief in my potential means a lot to me and my 'ohana. This scholarship will significantly ease my financial burden and allow me to fully focus on my studies. It provides me with the opportunity to pursue my educational goals and engage in valuable experiences like internships and community service. This year, I am committed to excelling academically and preparing myself to make a difference as a future pharmacist, particularly in underserved communities. Thank you for investing in my future and empowering me to pursue my dreams.Warmest aloha and mahalo, Christian Ross | |
Christian RoyScholarship:
Mahalo donors for your generosity. These scholarships will help me to continue my post-secondary education at Stanford University, which has been my dream school for as long as I can remember. I plan to explore my interests in the sciences, eventually dedicating myself to a career in which I will give back to my community. My family and I will forever be grateful for the opportunities these scholarships will allow me to pursue. | |
Christina KaleiwaheaScholarship:
Mahalo donors! Your support of my education is a tremendous blessing allowing me to pursue a master’s education in finance and accounting as a first-generation college student. I will continue my research on a future, post-occupied Hawaiian Kingdom political economy. Because of your aloha, I am closer to carrying out my kuleana of serving the lāhui as a finance practitioner and scholar by working in educational endowments and obtaining a doctorate degree to increase the representation of Native Hawaiians in business and business education, which will result in an expanded economic safety net for our people to actualize their ancestral prerogatives and bring about an aloha ʻāina economic future. | |
Christina KaleiwaheaScholarship:
Mahalo e nā ‘ohana of the Goldman Sachs and Matsuo Takabuki, USS Kamehameha, and Yasuko Mitsuyasu Master of Accounting Scholarships. Your generous support allows me to, "‘ike i ke au nui ke au iki," obtain knowledge of the vast and the little currents--or, strive for excellence in, both, my identity and a Native Hawaiian and in the finance field. Your makana propels me closer to my aspiration of working in portfolio management/financial planning/financial reporting at Native Hawaiian charitable endowments. | |
Christina BusbyScholarship:
Mahalo nui for awarding me this scholarship! This helps me tremendously to be able to complete my PhD. This year, I will be focused on writing my proposal for my dissertation and beginning my research. This award helps me pay for my tuition and reduces the burden of student loans. I'm so thankful for this opportunity. I plan to use my education to improve the quality of public education for Native Hawaiians and all learners. Mahalo | |
Christina KaleiwaheaScholarship:
Mahalo e ka ʻohana of the Yasuko Mitsuyasu Master of Accounting Scholarship,I believe in futures where all Native Hawaiian keiki receive high quality and culturally significant education because I have experienced, first hand, generosity such as yours which has changed my life. Because of your makana, I was able to become a first generation college student though I was raised by my incredible single mother whose highest level of formal education was eighth grade. I am committed to a lifetime of serving our existing charitable endowments focused on kānaka or education as a finance professional and expanding them through an eventual doctoral program focusing on kanaka economies. Every keiki deserves the opportunity I was given to step into the highest expression of their kuleana. Aloha ʻāina, | |
Chyanni Balogbog-DomingoScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the David A. Mortensen scholarship, I am thankful for your generosity on giving me this funds. By receiving this funds I am able to continue my education at my university and gaining the knowledge I need to pursue my career goal. This fund also offers my family financial relief. By using these funds I hope to gain more knowledge in my chosen field, that way I am able to apply it to my intended career goal. Mahalo again for your generosity. | |
Ciana-Lei BenceScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Scholars and KSH PTO Scholarships! Both myself and my family are so grateful for your generous donations in support of my educational journey. I plan to study astrophysics and the scholarship funds I have received will allow me to take make the most out of the educational and research opportunities being offered without having to worry about taking on debt or struggling with finances as a student. | |
Ciana-Lei BenceScholarship:
Dear donors of the Denis Wong & Associates and Hoku Welowelo Kamehameha Schools Hawaii Campus Scholarships, I am so grateful for the kind gift you have provided me and my ‘ohana. It will provide a big relief to my 'ohana this coming year and will allow me the time to spend learning as much as I can without the stress of finances. I am greatly looking forward to another year of expanding my knowledge and learning how to better provide for the lāhui. Mahalo again for your support! | |
Ciarra ParesaScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa for your makana that offers me the assistance to be able to continue my schooling so that I can reach my goals of being in education where I know I can make a difference in children's lives. | |
Cienna MorishigeScholarship:
I would like to say mahalo nui to the donors of the Makaloa Undergraduate Scholarship. I greatly appreciate your generosity and support that this scholarship is granting me. This means a lot to me and my family. This scholarship will go towards paying my tuition and in the long run will contribute to my goal of becoming a Registered Nurse, where I hope to eventually work within my community. I look forward to being able to help and contribute to the health and well-being of all those I encounter. Once again, mahalo! | |
Cienna KalehuaweheScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Scholars Scholarship. I am so thankful for your generosity and want you to know how blessed and grateful receiving this scholarship means to me and my ʻohana. Mahalo for your kindness as college has always been my goal! Thank you so much! | |
Cody MartinsonScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa to the selection committee of the Goldman Sachs/Matsuo Takabuki Commemorative Scholarship. After spending five years gaining work experience, the scholarship grants me significant financial relief as I continue pursuing my professional goals through the UCLA MBA program. During the upcoming year I aim to refine my knowledge, expand my network, and land an internship with one of the large multi-national consulting firms. All of which I hope to leverage for my long-term goal of creating my own firm focused on bringing benefit to the people of Hawaii. Mahalo again for this prestigious and generous award. | |
Connor HackbarthScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am extremely grateful for your generosity as this truly provides a sense of relief and the ability to attend college for mechanical engineering. I strive to do well in school and plan to join a few clubs that volunteer in the community. This will ensure that the award money is not just assisting me but others as well. I hope to become a successful mechanical engineer in Hawaiʻi and plan to work on projects that could entail renewable energy power plants and pollution reduction plans. Mahalo nui for this amazing award that is propelling me towards a bright future | |
Connor GonzalezScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the PTO and Liko lehua scholarships, I am incredibly thankful for your generosity because this gift will help me cover tuition for my first year in college. | |
Courtney MannScholarship:
Mahalo for your generosity and support! Your gracious gift truly goes a long way, allowing me to take that first leap toward my future aspirations. College is expensive, and your gift of aloha is helping my ‘ohana by relieving a lot of the financial stress and burden. Again, mahalo nui loa, I am looking forward to continuing my education pursuits at my dream school. | |
Daisy FigueiraScholarship:
It is truly an honor to be chosen for the Bruce T. and Mahi Erickson Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year. When I first clicked the link to Pauahi Foundation and read “Congratulations!”, I immediately ran and hugged my family tight, excited to read the good news as an ‘ohana. It is because of your generosity that I am not only able to continue my education at Pratt Institute, but to share a very special moment with the ones I love. Thank you for supporting my education, helping me to bring Hawaiian values such as hō’ihi and aloha ‘āina to the fashion industry. This scholarship means so much to me and my ‘ohana. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Dajon Lee FranciscoScholarship:
Thank you for your support in helping me achieve my career goals. Without your help it wouldn’t be possible. | |
Dakota PaulosScholarship:
Mahalo for the two scholarships that I received from the Pauahi Foundation. I am so thankful because it helps me with going to college and getting a higher education. I hope to continue for the next four to eight years. I want to go into graduate school and get my doctorate in psychology to work mostly in family and marriage counseling. | |
Dakota BrileyScholarship:
I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the scholarship that you have so generously provided. As a Native Hawaiian, the financial burden of attending college has been a daunting challenge, but with your scholarship, I now have the opportunity to pursue my dreams and work toward achieving my goals. Your donation to my education is not just a financial one but also an investment in my future and the future of my family. I am so thankful for your willingness to support me on this journey. My path to college has been challenging but your scholarship has given me the support I need to overcome these challenges. Your generosity has not only lightened my financial burden but has also motivated me to work harder. I promise to work hard and make the most of this opportunity you have given me. I hope that one day, I too can give back and make a positive impact on someone else's life, just as you have done for me. Once again, I want to express my gratitude for your generosity and believing in me. | |
Damien HanakeaweScholarship:
I would like to extend my most deepest mahalo to all of you for providing me financial support as I deepen my knowledge on the continent to better our Lahui. I consider it a very important kuleana to continue this work serving my community to increase the health and wellbeing of our people, and I'm excited by the prospect of gaining this graduate degree from this prestigious university while building a broad network to best support my work. 'O au no me ka ha'aha'a. | |
Daniel Ah HeeScholarship:
Mahalo donors! Your generous scholarships enable me to pursue my goal of changing Hawaiʻi and the world by bringing positive, disruptive change through STEM. Without your support, I might not have been able to enroll at my dream school. I intend to major in computer science and plan to pursue an MBA, to create a tech startup that makes revolutionary technological solutions. I have many goals that I want to achieve including developing more efficient and cost-effective thermoelectric generators to help solve our energy crisis, combat climate change and its adverse effects, and make living in Hawaiʻi more affordable. I am so thankful for this opportunity you have given me. | |
Daniel Ah HeeScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1960 and Class of 1962 scholarships. Your generosity will enable me to acquire a computer science degree and pursue my dreams with an even greater determination. I'm grateful for your investment in my education and the meaningful difference it will make in my future academic and career goals. | |
Daniel Ah HeeScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1970 and Jalene Kanani Bell 'Ohana Scholarships. I am deeply grateful for your generosity and support. This scholarship means a lot to me and my ‘ohana, as it alleviates financial burdens and allows me to focus entirely on my academic pursuits. The gift will help me this academic year by covering essential expenses, enabling me to fully engage in my studies and extracurricular activities. Your support brings me one step closer to my academic and professional dreams. Mahalo nui loa. | |
Danielle AkionaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Trudi and Hiram de Fries Educational Scholarship. I am very thankful and appreciative for your generosity and investment into my schooling as I pursue a career in nursing and begin classes in the Chaminade nursing program this fall 2022. I would ultimately love to be able to work in geriatrics or be a hospice nurse. This scholarship means a lot to me as it will help to alleviate the financial burden for tuition, books and all that comes with being a full-time college student. I am truly blessed to have your support and cannot mahalo you enough. | |
Danielle AkionaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 2001 Scholarship. I am beyond thankful for your generosity in considering me for you scholarship. This scholarship will help me to continue on my journey towards achieving my Bachelors degree. Receiving this scholarship will mean one less loan I will have to take out and also trying to find a way to work more to make ends meet. From the bottom of my heart I greatly appreciate this blessing. Mahalo nui loa. | |
Danielle AkionaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the David and Julia Desha Scholarship. I am beyond thankful and blessed for your generosity in considering me for your scholarship. This scholarship will help me to continue on my journey towards achieving my Bachelors degree in Community Public Health. I hope to use my degree and the skills I have acquired throughout this journey to give back to my Native Hawaiian community, and serve underprivileged communities here in Hawaiʻi. Just as many have sown into me throughout my life I hope to be able to sow into others. From the bottom of my heart I greatly appreciate this blessing. Mahalo nui loa. | |
Dannika PilaScholarship:
Mahalo nui for your generous donation that will allow me to attend my dream school, the University of Hawaiʻi Hilo to major in Environmental Studies and Hawaiian Studies. My mom is a single mother, so without this scholarship we would not be able to afford the cost of tuition. I am excited to begin my journey which I hope will allow me to return to Oahu to continue my decade long work at Loko Ea Fishpond in the restoration efforts. Ultimately I would like to go to Law School to become an Environmental Lawyer. I truly appreciate your support, Dannika Pila | |
Darielle MedeirosScholarship:
Mahalo to the Kamehameha Schools "Na Hoaloha" '86 Scholarship for choosing me as a recipient. I am filled with gratitude for this opportunity that has been given to me and thankful for your generosity. This gift means so much to me and my ohana because it will help me pay for my schooling to attend UH West Oahu in '24-'25. This gives me a little relief to breath and not have to worry as much because, without this scholarship, it would be very difficult to attend school this next year. I am eager for the fall semester to start and I am ready to be focused on my upcoming courses. I am dedicated to passing all my courses with straight A's. Mahalo again for giving me a chance and believing in me. | |
Dawnelle ForsytheScholarship:
Mahalo piha to the donors of the George T. Kanalu Young Memorial Scholarship and Kamehameha Schools Class of 1952 "Na Hoaloha O Kamehameha" Scholarship. As I write these words to express my gratitude, my eyes are filled with tears of joy and appreciation for you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in me. With my J.D. degree from Syracuse University College of Law I will advocate for our Native Hawaiian rights. The time has come for our lahui’s voice to be heard and represented in the western legal forum. I will make you proud of the work I will accomplish. | |
Daytona AweauScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa to the donors of Irmgard Farden Aliuli Scholarship. I am thankful for this scholarship because of the high cost of living here on ʻOahu. I was always terrified of the cost of going to school and this scholarship helps me very much. I will use this generous gift to pursue my academics at UH Mānoa. Mahalo again. | |
Deacon LajalaScholarship:Mahalo donors of the Class of 1970 Scholarship. Your generous contribution has innumerably eased the burden of college tuition, which for me is elevated as I am already going to attend an accredited veterinary school as an 18 year old. My family has already sacrificed a great deal for me to receive a Punahou education, which opened the door for me to become a veterinarian. College is the final step for me to become independent and equipped to serve my community back home, so I am grateful to receive this scholarship and honored to uphold its values. Thank you very much. | |
Deion Pea-WhitneyScholarship:
I am very blessed for your donation of the Makaloa Scholarship-UG. Your donation has played an important role in my educational journey and preparation for my career, goals, and endeavors. With this financial support, I feel confident and driven to pursue and further my education. I plan to study agriculture, life sciences, and electrical engineering and become a resource within our community, providing opportunities and agricultural programs that will support sustainability by utilizing engineering methods. Mahalo! | |
Denby NagataScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Frank & Ruth Midkiff Scholarship, Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi Parent Teacher Organization Scholarship, Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship, and Pauahi Scholars. Being able to receive scholarships like these will do great lengths to help my family and me afford the cost of my tuition. I hope to pursue a degree in the field of law or international relations and minor in Japanese to become a lawyer one day or work internationally for the U.S. government. Your generosity will forever mean the world to me, and I will work and do my absolute best to make you proud. | |
Denver BrancoScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Amona and Suzel Ho STEM Leaders Scholarship, Dr. Lori Ann Kim Scholarship, and Nanea Scholarship. This gift means a lot to me as it will free me of financial worry and will help me greatly to pursue my studies and goals. I hope to maintain my 4.0 GPA and be accepted into the nursing program this year. Mahalo! | |
Derek SoongScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Joseph David Ahuna Scholarship! I am immensely grateful to have been offered this scholarship, which will ease the financial burden of tuition for me and my ʻohana. This gift will help me pursue my studies in journalism and provide me with a solid foundation for my future plans for attending law school. I can't express enough gratitude for this scholarship, which will undoubtedly have a beneficial impact on my academic journey. Mahalo again for your generosity, kindness, and support! | |
Deshaynee IseriScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the U‘ilani Stender Scholarship. I am very grateful for your financial contribution and utmost generosity in supporting my journey to becoming an Osteopathic Medicine physician. The financial burden of medical school and other related costs were very stressful and often discouraging. However, with your scholarship and others alike, I will be able to attend ATSU - School of Medicine Arizona with the intention to return to Kaua‘i and practice medicine. | |
Destiny LumScholarship:
To the donors of the scholarships, your contributions to my education have instilled hope and relief in my family by helping to pay for college. With this gift, you have invested in a young woman who will inspire change through conversations about the earth, build relationships with people and companies around the world, and motivate young Native Hawaiians towards STEM fields. I am someone who doesn’t come from a fortunate background, but I am already changing the narrative. I hope that one day, I may thank you all in person, but for now, thank you for investing not only in my future, but the future of this planet. | |
Destiny LumScholarship:
To the donors of the ‘Alihi scholarship, your contributions to my education have instilled hope and relief in my family by helping to pay for college. With this gift, you have invested in a young woman who will inspire change through conversations about the earth, build relationships with people and companies around the world, and motivate young Native Hawaiians towards STEM fields. I am someone who doesn’t come from a fortunate background, but I am already changing the narrative. I hope that one day, I may thank you all in person, but for now, thank you for investing not only in my future, but the future of this planet. | |
Destiny Paris-PerrellsScholarship:
I just wanted to give you all a big mahalo. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to have been awarded this year. This generosity means a lot to me because it allows me to be able to further my education and make something of myself while not stressing my ‘ohana for the required funds to go to school. This year I hope to finish all of my nursing prerequisites and apply for Grand Canyon University's nursing program to pursue my career. | |
Destiny LumScholarship:
I would like to extend a huge mahalo to the donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1950 and Puʻuwai Hau Kila Scholarships!! Your kindness, unselfishness, and choice to give back is so inspiring and impactful to me. With this opportunity, Iʻll be able to enjoy my final years of college without financial worry. Your investment in my future will never be forgotten. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Destiny Paris-PerrellsScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Puuwai Hau Kila Scholarship for your incredible generosity. Your support means the world to me and my 'ohana, lifting a financial burden and allowing me to focus wholeheartedly on my studies in Clinical Psychology. This scholarship will directly help me pursue my educational goals this year, bringing me closer to becoming a therapist dedicated to improving mental health in my community. I am eager to apply my learning to make a positive impact, thanks to your belief in my potential. Mahalo for making my aspirations a reality. | |
Destiny-Rose BatayaScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am very thankful for your generosity because if it were not for your scholarships, I would have to take out loans to continue my education as well as struggle to afford my books for classes. To my ʻohana, these scholarships mean there is one less burden on their plate as I can be independent. I hope by the end of the academic school year, I am able to graduate with honors and a bachelor’s degree in social work upon acceptance in the master’s program. I would like to say a big mahalo from my family to yours. | |
Destry LeslieScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors of the Hawaiʻi Lodging and Tourism Association Pouhana Hokele Scholarship. I was very ecstatic to learn that I had been offered this scholarship. I’ve always wanted to go back to school since I graduated high school in 2019, but with living independently I simply couldn’t afford to go to college. With your help, I now have the opportunity to work my way up to my dream career and graduate with an associate’s degree in hospitality and tourism. This has lightened my financial burden, which will allow me to focus on the most important aspects of school. Mahalo again for your thoughtful and generous gift. | |
Devin JonesScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the Allen A. Bailey Scholarship! As an expecting, new mother and graduate student, my cost of living will increase with baby needs and student debt. Receiving this scholarship fills my heart with gratitude and relief! Your generosity motivates me to complete my program so I can provide a more stable life for my growing ʻohana. This upcoming year, I hope to walk the commencement stage as a certified Kumu with my baby at my side. This goal would be harder to achieve if it wasnʻt for your gift, mahalo piha. | |
Devlyn KojimaScholarship:
Mahalo Class of 1956 Scholarship for your generosity and kindness. I truly appreciate this gift and will do my best to make the most of my time in Oregon. Attending college on the continent has always been a dream of mine and your thoughtfulness, has made it all possible. By the end of this year, I hope to gain more knowledge in the field of psychology that will help me in my future goal of improving access to mental health care in my West Hawai‘i community. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Dezaree AkinaScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Elizabeth “Nani” Ling Reinhardt Scholarship Fund. This scholarship means so much to me and my ʻohana. I am blessed to receive this as I continue my journey as a first-generation student. Your generous support has not only eased the financial burden of my education but has also motivated me to strive for excellence in my studies and beyond. This scholarship will allow me to focus more on my academics and personal growth, bringing me closer to my plans of helping the people of Hawaiʻi in the future. I am deeply grateful for this opportunity. Mahalo nui loa for your kindness and support. | |
Diana Alonso-SosaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Makaloa Scholarship. I am so thankful for your generous contribution to my education and future. This gift will help me progress in my career and be in a position that I can make a difference in other's lives. Furthering my career will show my children that your dreams, aspirations, and hard work can get you where you want in life. I also hope this shows my children kokua, when you are in a position to help others do it and pay it forward, just as you and your scholarship have done for me. I am grateful for your desire to help fellow Hawaiians and I hope to make our people proud. Mahalo nui loa. | |
Diezel GabrielScholarship:Mahalo Donors of the Kamehameha Schools Parent Teacher Organization scholarship for your generosity. I am grateful for this opportunity and this will help to take some of the load off of myself as well as my parents when paying for my tuition next year. I hope to expand my knowledge in this upcoming school year and your generosity will help with this. Mahalo again, Diezel. | |
Donna KenuiScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Joseph David Ahuna and U‘ilani Stender Scholarships. My family and I are beyond thankful for your generosity for aiding me this award. You have given me a great hand into the next steps of my future career. I hope to continue my path and make an impact in my community. Mahalo nui you again! | |
Dustin KealohaScholarship:
I am beyond grateful to the donors of the John A. and Georgia J. Meyer Scholarship and Pauahi Scholars Scholarship! Although pursuing an elite college education has always been my dream, I knew that the cost of attending college could be a barrier to achieving my goals. However, owing to your generosity, my ‘ohana and I can breathe a little, allowing me to make those dreams a reality. As I continue onto Dartmouth this fall, I know your gift of aloha will help me to gain a wealth of knowledge and experiences to maintain my commitment to my community. Mahalo! | |
Dustin KealohaScholarship:
I am beyond grateful to the donors of the Richard and Myrtle Kim Scholarship and the Trudi and Hiram de Fries Educational Scholarship! Although pursuing an elite college education has always been my dream, the financial burden of college threatened to impede my ambitions. However, owing to your generosity, my ʻohana and I find relief, enabling me to actualize my dreams. As I begin college this Fall, I am confident that your gift of aloha will help me gain valuable insights and opportunities to uphold my dedication to serving Hawaiʻi. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you – Mahalo nui loa! | |
Dwight ApaoScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am extremely thankful and cannot even explain how ecstatic my family and I are as your contribution has taken away some of the financial stress of attending a very expensive university. I plan on making the most out of each year as I get my degree in mechanical engineering and will be doing research on artificial intelligence at USC's Viterbi School of Engineering. I hope to go through the accelerated master's program and plan on coming back home to help advance the tech industry in Hawaiʻi. I am honored to be a recipient and will be a strong representative of Kamehameha Schools in college and thereafter. | |
Dylan PalamaScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of these two scholarships. Thank you for your generosity! These mean so much to my ʻohana and me. This helps us out tremendously as my parents work so hard to take care of the four of us. I am looking forward to gaining knowledge in business management that will help me get an internship and a great job. Mahalo! | |
Dylan RosehillScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors of the The Hawai‘i Island New Knowledge Fund THINK scholarship. Your generosity allows me to help alleviate the financial strain that attending college puts on my parents, especially as they start saving for my younger brother's education as well. Furthermore, this gift also helps me save money for medical school, which will be a very extreme expense. Next year, I will continue persevering through college and do my best to maintain my academics to the best of my ability. Mahalo! | |
Dylan PanuiScholarship:
I am passionate about both the ocean and the mountains, and I plan to pursue a degree in Marine Biology with a double major in Natural Resources ManagementYour support means the world to me, and I am forever grateful for your belief in my potential. Thank you again for helping me achieve my dreams. These fields align with my deep love for nature and will equip me with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a Department of Land and Resources officer. My ultimate goal is to work for NOAA, where I hope to contribute to marine animal conservation and learn from leading experts in the field. In the future, I aspire to return to Nanakuli and educate the children about environmental stewardship and the importance of restoring and protecting our 'aina. By sharing what I have learned, I aim to inspire the next generation to take an active role in preserving our natural resources. | |
Dylyn JarneskiScholarship:
Mahalo donors for your support and generosity in helping me to continue my academic journey. I am very appreciative to be a recipient of this scholarship and want to express my sincere gratitude. Mahalo again for all of your support! | |
Eastlynn LaneScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Makaloa Scholarship, I appreciate this gift aiding me in attending college. I will remain grateful always and remember your kind donation so that I can attain my future plans. | |
Edward PoeScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1991 Scholarship. I am thankful for your generosity. This gift will help this academic year by helping me to complete my Bachelor of Science in Information Technology. I hope to achieve a fulfilling career by the end of this year in either cyber security or software engineering. I also plan on getting additional certifications and licenses in A+ Certification, Security+ and CompTIA CySA+ Certifications in the future to further my career and have aspirations to work on my master's degree. Mahalo. | |
Eli NagaishiScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Henry Lee Scholarship. I am very thankful for the scholarship money as now I can use this money to take my education to the next level. This money will be used to help me pay for college. Once again a big mahalo to the donors of the Henry Lee Scholarship. | |
Elijah AunaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the The Hawai'i Island New Knowledge Fund i am very grateful for this opportunity and your generosity by allowing me to receive this it will relieve the financial burned on not only myself but my parents this opportunity will definitely allow me to focus more on my studies and will help me preform to the best of my abilities which will help me pass my classes and really gain an understanding on my major and field of study | |
Elijah CarvalhoScholarship:
Aloha a me mahalo donors of the Charles Chuck Makanui Jr. Scholarship. I am truly grateful for receiving this award it will help my family a lot because I am the second son in the family that is currently attending college. With this award almost all of my tuition will be covered in this upcoming year I will be a junior and am hoping to get more known as a photographer. | |
Elise AunaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of Kamehameha Schools Hawai‘i Parent Teacher Organization Scholarship (KSHPTO) and Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship/s. I am so thankful for your generosity because as we all know money is hard to come by and earn. This money will bring me closer to attending BYU-H and staying there so I can become a future therapist helping the Hawaiians and people in the community in which I reside. I will be sure to use this to pay for the things I need like books, dorms, and all of that fun college stuff. I am forever grateful, Mahalo | |
Elizabeth ColemanScholarship:
Mahalo donors, I am incredibly grateful for this generous scholarship toward my higher education goals and for deeming my story worthy enough. Coming from a low-income family, I have been fully supporting myself for the past 4 years as I do not have anyone I can rely on for financial help. I cannot express enough that this award will incredibly and positively impact my financial freedom. My passion is artistic storytelling. My studio practice, design projects, and multi-media installations allow me to explore my relationship with my indigeneity, womanhood, society, and the ʻāina. I desire to harness these perspectives to connect on deeper levels with my culture and uplift my lāhui. | |
Elliott MarkellScholarship:
I would like to extend a most heartfelt appreciation and genuine gratitude to the donors of the Eli D. Paneʻe Sr., and Aileen E. Paneʻe I Mua Scholarship, George Hiʻilani Mills Scholarship, and the Lance (KS ’83) & Andrea Hussey (KS ’83) Leong Scholarship for providing me with this generous gift to pursue a future career in medicine. Due to your generosity, I can start my second year of medical school with a clear focus on my studies and acquire the tools necessary to help serve our people. Thank you for your belief in me as well. Mahalo nui loa iā ʻoukou pākahi āpau. Thank you so very much to each of you. | |
Elliott MarkellScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the David and Julia Desha Scholarship and Lokomaika‘i Scholarship. I am truly grateful to be able to continue my studies to fulfill my dream of becoming a physician in Hawaii to help not only my beloved Hawaiian people, but to help all who love end call Hawai‘i home. This course of study is by far the most challenging and rigorous of my entire academic career and your generous financial assistance truly makes a world of difference in my ability to succeed. I remain humbled and grateful. Thank you all! | |
Elliott MarkellScholarship:
I am extremely humbled and grateful for the generous financial assistance offer which will help me fulfill my dream of becoming a practicing physician here at home in Hawai’i. I intend to not only give back to my beloved Hawaiian people, who suffer from the highest rates of chronic disease, but to help all who love and call these islands home. Aloha and Mahalo to the kind and generous donors of the George Hi'ilani Mills Scholarship and the Dr. Richard Kekuni Blaisdell, Native Hawaiian Health Kauka 'Ōiwi Scholarship. Dr. Kekuni Blaisdell is a hero of mine, and it is an honor to be a benefactor of his legacy and continue his inspiring good work here in Hawai’i. Thank you again for your generosity. | |
Elyse EverestScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Pauahi Scholarship and the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1996 scholarships. Your gift means so much to me as I will continue to pursue a life of service at Boston College next year. I plan on majoring in Transformative Education which will equip me with the tools to better our educational systems at home and abroad. Without your generosity it would be much harder for my family and I to take on this transition and to attend a college so far away. Mahalo nui loa, Elyse. | |
Emalani Kekauoha-SchultzScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Homer David Kahilialau and Thelma Mabara Burge, Sr. Scholarship, Johnny Pineapple Scholarship, and Sarah Keliʻilolena Lum Konia Nakoa Scholarship for your generosity, kōkua, and kākoʻo toward my education. I’ve always wanted to attend college after graduating from high school, and I am so grateful to know that it is more attainable financially. Through this learning journey, I hope to connect to great kumu, classmates, and people in the Hilo community while also connecting to the ʻāina and moʻolelo of this wahi. Once again, mahalo nui for supporting me! | |
Emi ShigekaneScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Dorothy Martin Scholarship and Pauahi Scholars Scholarship for your generosity. These funds will help me to afford and attend a college that should be out of my reach, but thanks to Kamehameha Schools and your generous gifts, I will be able to continue my academic journey at Yale University in the fall. I hope to use this education to grow as an individual and intellectual. Mahalo again, my ‘ohana and I deeply appreciate this. | |
Emi ShigekaneScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the McClellan Family Scholarship for your generosity! I am honored and grateful to receive your award. These funds mean so much to me and my family, as attending an education institution like Yale University has been an amazing, but financially taxing opportunity. Your gift is crucial to the continuation of my studies in political science at Yale, and will propel me forward into a potential career in law, government, public policy, or human rights. I am eternally grateful for your gift, and I hope to do great things in my time on campus next year. | |
Emily AionaScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship. Words cannot express my appreciation and the sigh of relief that I felt when I was awarded your scholarship. This scholarship means so much to me and my family. Thank you so much for believing in me and investing in my future, I promise to not let you down and make the most of the opportunities you have blessed me with. | |
Emily LoscalzoScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Wallace and Barbara Ka‘awaloa Scholarship! This scholarship will help me pursue my dream of becoming a Commercial Airline Pilot by allowing me to major in Flight Science (Professional Flight) at Saint Louis University. Your contributions will assist me and my ‘ohana in paying for my flight fees, allowing me to obtain my Private Pilot License this year! I'm honored to have received this scholarship, and I hope to represent the Wai‘anae community, Hawaiians, and women well in this competitive field. I'm excited, and honestly a bit scared, to be traveling so far away from home, but it's encouraging to know that there are individuals out there who are eager to help students like me. Mahalo! | |
Emily HoraScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the KSH PTO, Mary Atherton Richards, and Pauahi Scholars - Liko Lehua Scholarships. I am incredibly grateful for your generosity in helping me pursue a degree in Business/Finance. I am looking forward to attending the University of Northern Colorado this fall to further my education and be able to return home to serve our community. Mahalo nui again for your support! | |
Emma PiianaiaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kūnuiakea Scholarship, I am extremely grateful for your generosity and aid in supporting my academic journey as I work towards protecting and preserving the ʻāina of Hawaiʻi. Thank you for helping me and supporting my educational and career goals as I continue to work towards completing my undergraduate degree. I plan on attending UH Mānoa to obtain my master's and Ph.D in environmental management before working in the conservation and management of native Hawaiian land, plants, and resources. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Emma AkanaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship, I am so grateful to be a recipient of your scholarship. This has given me the confidence to commit to the college of my choice and make my dreams a reality. Receiving this scholarship has made the hard work during my high school career pay off. I plan to use this gift towards my college education and this has brought me a step closer to achieving my life goals. | |
Emma PiʻianāiʻaScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of The Hawai‘i Island Knowledge Fund for supporting my education. I appreciate your generosity as I personally struggle to fund my educational goals. Mahalo for reducing this added stress and allowing me to focus whole heartedly on completing my education and working towards my goals in conservation and land management. One day I hope to mālama the ‘āina around me and protect Hawai‘i and its rich forests for future generations of Kanaka. Mahalo for helping me take the necessary steps to get there. | |
Emma WillingScholarship:
Mahalo donors of Makaloa Scholarship! I am thankful for your generosity and your investment into my education. This means the world to me, and encourages me to succeed exponentially. This gift will help me throughout this academic year as well as my educational journey by providing some much needed financial relief. With this scholarship, I hope to achieve academic success and progress as an individual dedicated to the lāhui. Mahalo! | |
Emma AttwoodScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa to the doners of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship. I am so honored to have recieved this scholarship, the generosity you have displayed will be forever memorialized. My ‘Ohana and I are truly grateful for the privilege of being a recipient of this scholarship. This gift will help me achieve my goal of becoming a physicians assistant and for that I am eternally thankful. This year I plan to start my journey in college while simultaneously assisting the lahui in any way possible. I will be forever indebted, you donors have truly helped me reach my goals. Mahalo. | |
Emma-Leah ManumaleunaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Johnny Pineapple Scholarship! I am very grateful for your generosity in gifting be a scholarship! This has definitely helped me and my family and lifted some burdens of our chest and were very grateful for this gift, thank you so much! | |
Emmi-Lin FeltenScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Foundation Scholarships. I greatly appreciate these scholarships and the purposes the aim to fulfill as they have allowed me the opportunity to further my education at the collegiate level where I will accomplish my aspirations. These scholarships have joined me on my future journey of becoming not only a student but also an athlete’s and I am thankful to use these scholarships towards making my dreams come true. Mahalo, Emmi Felten. | |
Enoch KumpelScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Hawai'i Island New Knowledge Fund THINK scholarship. I am grateful for the Pauahi Foundation's generosity in awarding this scholarship to me as it will ease the financial burden of university for my 'Ohana. This scholarship will allow me to save money to pay for the next few years of college. During this year of college, I hope to achieve academic and personal growth, and gain new experiences in a different state. | |
Eryn NagaishiScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the "Kamehameha Schools Class of 1956 Scholarship" the "Kamehameha Schools Class of 1990 Ku Lokahi Scholarship" and the "David and Julia Desha Scholarship". Thank you for providing me with the opportunity of this scholarship. This scholarship will help me to continue focusing on my degree in Environmental Engineering in order to create a positive impact on this world. This year I hope to continue being on the club soccer team while also pursuing a position in a newly founded club called ENACTUS. I would like again to take the time to say thank you for providing me with this great opportunity with this scholarship. | |
Esther KerrScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Hawai‘i New Knowledge Fund THINK for your generosity. This award means more than you know! As a Doctorate student, it takes a financial toll on my family and I to cover the cost for schooling, but with your help and generosity it brings us peace of mind and reminds me (as an Alumni) that Pauahi always provides for us, even after we finish high school. This scholarship will allow me to continue my educational journey and be one step closer to becoming a Nurse Practitioner. | |
Ethan MaskellScholarship:
Aloha, thank you for allowing me to gain a scholarship. I am beyond thankful for this opportunity to use the money and I assure that it will be put to a good cause. I will work hard in the next level and be sure to not take this for granted. This scholarship means a lot to me and I am very thankful. Mahalo, Ethan | |
Ethan AbrahamScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa iā ʻoukou, thank you to the family of Tennyson Keolalani Tom for selected me as the recipient of this scholarship. I am extremely thankful for your generosity, as it has made my journey into further education an easier load on my family, as well as inspiring me to keep going forward as a scientist. In this next year, I hope to be able to work alongside mentors at JABSOM to further my own scientific research and expand my knowledge as a whole. Mahalo for your gracious generosity! | |
Ethan D'AmbrosioScholarship:
Mahalo nui donors of the KSH PTO scholarship and Tauati 'Ohana. This will help me to afford to attend Dartmouth College. While will travel far away for university, I hope to take what I've learned at college back home to improve Hawaiʻi. Specifically, I want to major in mechanical engineering with a specialization in renewable energy because Hawaiʻi's dependence on fossil fuels hurts both our economy (importing foreign fuels) and our environment (increasing the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere). Mahalo for helping me on my journey! | |
Ezion Cui-YockemanScholarship:
He leo mahalo kēia iā ʻoukou! I would like to thank the donors, the Charles Cockett ʻOhana for the generous award and support allowing me to enter this next academic year, my junior year in undergrad, to continue my academic endevours. As a Native Hawaiian, I realize how much of a privilege education is and that not many folks receive the funding to enter the college setting. Although I am in my junior year, I have actually been in school for roughly five years, out of these five years, I have had to pay my way through college for at least two years. It has been a heavy challenge to put myself through school on the financial side, however, I recognize and am filled with gratitude for the support that I have received from my family and friends. Education is my top priority and am forever indebted to those who have supported and continue to support my academic endevours. | |
Faith KawaiScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Harold Turney & Dorothy Gillett Music Scholarship, Theodore Richards Scholarship, and Zillah Young Memorial Scholarship. Everything I have accomplished up until this point in my performing arts and academic career is because of the opportunities provided to be by Pauahi and her will. Through my performing arts studies, I hope to positively represent the Hawaiian community and honor the legacies of not only the princess, but these influential people who, although passed, continue to provide financially to support Hawai‘i‘s young potential. | |
Faith ParedesScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship for your generosity. I am sincerely honored to have been selected as a recipient of this scholarship for the 2023-2024 academic year. It will put good use at Dartmouth College and will help me achieve my future plans. Mahalo nui for all that you do! | |
Faith BrooksScholarship:
Mahalo nui to my scholarship donors for your kindness and generosity! I am deeply grateful for your benevolent and unwavering support. Your help not only alleviates my family’s financial burdens, but motivates me to strive for excellence in my studies. As I move on to attend Loyola Marymount University in the fall, this scholarship brings me one step closer to achieving my academic and career goals in the STEM field. Thank you for believing in my potential and investing in the future of young Hawaiian scholars like myself. Your kindness and support mean more to me than words can express. I hope to share my aloha with others the same way you have with me. Much mahalo again!! | |
Faith Kahiau BonacorsiScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa to the donors of the George Hi'ilani Mills Scholarship. I am extremely thankful for your generosity. This scholarships brings me one step closer to coming back to Hawai'i to serve my community. I intend to make the most out of my educational journey and always blend Hawai'i into my learning, making constant connections to how this will help me treat others. Mahalo.Mahalo nui loa to the donors of the KSM Parent Teacher Student Organization 'A'apueo Scholarship. I am extremely thankful for your generosity. This scholarships brings me one step closer to coming back to Hawai'i to serve my community. I intend to make the most out of my educational journey and always blend Hawai'i into my learning, making constant connections to how this will help me treat others. Mahalo. | |
Faith Marie "Kiʻinani" RosarioScholarship:
Aloha a e mahalo nui no kou makana manawaleʻa! Words cannot express the depth of my gratitude to the donors of the Dan and Rachel Mahi Educational Scholarship. Since beginning my higher education as a Hawaiian, Iʻve realized there are many weltering waters to whether as a student independently responsible for financing their educational journey. There have been times where I nearly abandoned all hopes of continuing classes due to monetary limitations. I am immensely thankful for your generous gift because it will allow me to keep chasing my passions in the university setting. Mahalo nui loa. Mahalo for giving me a fighting chance at higher education. | |
Gabrieli Gonzalez- KeolaScholarship:
Mahalo! With this scholarship, I’ll be able to work less, focus on my education, and spend more time with my daughter. I hope to get the training and pass the state board test to work either in a nail salon or do facials to gain experience. I want to make people feel comfortable in their own skin and enhance their beauty with my services, which from my perspective is a form of self-expression and creativity. Once I feel ready, I would like to open a salon that has a daycare room for client’s children. Thank you again for opening up new opportunities for my future. | |
Gabriella KanoaScholarship:
Mahalo donors! With this scholarship, I can continue to focus on my studies and all that college provides. The support that my mom and I receive from generous donors like you contributes to my educational success. I hope one day to follow in your footsteps by giving back to the Hawaiian community. I am a junior majoring in civil engineering, and have been interning with an environmental engineering firm called Brown and Caldwell since this past summer. I have learned many meaningful technical and social skills. I have also learned about the design and construction process of a project and am excited to learn more through hands-on experiences. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Gabriella PinheiroScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Association of Maui Scholarship. Your generosity has not only alleviated the financial burden of pursuing higher education but also inspired me to strive for excellence. With this support, I can focus on my studies and extracurricular activities, knowing that I have the backing of the community behind me. This scholarship empowers me to continue my journey of learning and growth. I am deeply grateful for this opportunity and am committed to paying it forward. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Gabrielle KalamaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Ula Baker Sheecha Scholarship. I am so very grateful for your generosity. This means so much to my family & our financial needs. Honestly, money has always been my biggest worry when creating my path for my future. Mahalo so much for making a difference in my financial costs. This year I hope to better my craft in acrylic paint showcasing hawaiian culture & the people/places that matter to me. I can’t thank you guys enough. | |
Gabrielle MiguelScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Elizabeth Ku'ulei Bell Molokai'i Educational Scholarship, I am very thankful for this scholarship. You have given me the opportunity to continue my education in college and have helped me a great deal to pay for my classes for this year. I am happy to know that I will eventually be able to give back to my community and help teach the children and give them a safe space to learn. Again I am very very thankful that you have chosen me for this scholarship and know that my daughter and I are one step closer to having a better future because of this scholarship. Mahalo. | |
Gael Chun-RivasScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the John A. and Georgia J. Meyer Scholarship! I am very thankful for you gratitude in providing me the opportunity to pursue my dream in engineering at the University of Washington. Going to this university will allow me to study the positive environmental impacts of engineering in a top engineering college. In this next academic year, I hope to research in the environmental science program that University of Washington provides, and learn about sustainability through an engineering perspective. Again, mahalo for your generosity. | |
Gage BassettScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Richard Lyman Jr. Memorial grant for your generous contribution in allowing me to attend college and pursue my future aspirations. With this contribution, I plan to continue my work with government agencies to improve the state of society in Hawaiʻi for Native Hawaiians. I am extremely grateful for this and the opportunities it lays out for me. | |
Gail Abrena-AgasScholarship:
Generous donors of the William S. Richardson Commemorative Scholarship, mahalo nui for giving this 41-year-old mother and full-time working professional a chance. You could have easily awarded this scholarship to traditional applicants that may have 20 years of possibility and opportunity over me. What the award letter validated for me specifically: That you are never too old to pursue a dream, a version of yourself that your na‘au took a little longer to grasp as irrevocably possible. With a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, I hope to navigate institutional systems plagued with bias (eg: real estate and housing, criminal justice, healthcare, etc) and help create solutions for a better Hawai’i. I am incredibly motivated to start this journey and show my keiki that it is never too late to go back to school. Mahalo | |
Germaine HopkinsScholarship:
Mahalo nui for extending a generous hand to me and many adolescents that are eager to make something of themselves. Your kind offer will help me to become the first member of my immediate family to graduate with a college degree. I plan to study Hawaiian language and culture, and a few other languages and cultures such as Spanish, Japanese, French, ASL, and Māori. I strive to use these as tools of communication to achieve my dreams for a future career which are to travel and work toward helping people of different backgrounds around the world connect and better understand each other through language. | |
Gideon AiwohiScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Manowai scholarship and the Paul Robert Gouin MD Memorial Scholarship Fund! I am deeply grateful for your generosity and kindness towards my education. It sincerely means a lot; medical programs cost a lot of money and it seems nearly impossible to pay off. Every little bit helps, so thank you for being so selfless to support me and my 'ohana. I promise to work hard and make good use of these funds! Mahalo nui loa! | |
Glenn KealohaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Hawai'i Parent Teacher Organization Scholarship for supporting me through my future. I appreciate the support. I look forward to playing volleyball and getting a degree so I can come back home and help my community as a paramedic. Mahalo! | |
Grace MerrymanScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa e nā KS PTO! I am so grateful to have received this award for my college career. This award is especially helpful because I will be going to school in the west coast and will need to save money to ensure I can visit home during breaks. As I‘m sure you are thinking about being parents yourself, my family‘s goal is to have me graduate debt free. This will take a lot of work and your contribution is a step in that direction. During my freshman year of college, I hope to find my place in my new community and discover the area and major I will commit to. Again, endless mahalo! | |
Grace MartinezScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Winona Beamer Scolarship. I am deeply greatful for this opportunity and scholarship. Your generosity is greatly appreciated and means so much to me and my ‘ohana. This gift will go towards paying for my tuition for the upcoming school year. I hope to achieve many great things this upcoming school year with the help of this scholarship. | |
Grace-Makena KipiliʻiScholarship:
Aloha e donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship and the KSHPTO Scholarship, I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest aloha and gratitude for your generosity and support. Receiving this scholarhsip has made a tremendous impact on my life, allowing me to pursue my dreams and further my education at Grand Canyon University! Your belife in me and your investment in my future mean the world to me. With your help, I am able to focus on my studies and strive for success. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness and for making a difference in my life. | |
Grant LauScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Makaloa Scholarship, I deeply appreciate your support in my future endeavors at Stanford University. Without this, I would not be able to pursue education without worry about my financial situation, and I am forever thankful for your generosity. With this gift, I wish to pursue my passion for computer science, STEM and its overlap in humanities, life, and more. I plan to explore research and internship opportunities and discover more about myself and Stanford’s academics in the coming years. | |
Grant LauScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Makaloa Scholarship, this is extremely impactful in making my attendance at Stanford accessible and affordable. I hope that this year I will be able to challenge myself and take interesting classes outside of my comfort zone, and participate in more extracurriculars and passions at college. I am thankful for your support in empowering Hawaiian students on their college journey. Mahalo, Grant. | |
Gus Cobb-AdamsScholarship:
I am a parent of three children with developmental disorders and I have been my father’s main caregiver for the past 18 months in addition to working a full-time job. Despite this, I have finished my course load with excellent academic achievement and am close to beginning my dissertation. My research will confront the barriers facing Native Hawaiian students in the UH Community College System to improve their matriculation and persistence through the college educational pipeline. I could not have done this without your financial support! He mahalo no ia outou patahi apau loa! | |
Hailey Caravalho-RiveraScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Dr. Lori Ann Kim Scholarship. I am so thankful for your generosity because it will help my ʻohana and me to pay for some college expenses like dorming and tuition, and it pushes me to become successful in my future career as a veterinarian. I hope to graduate from high school with an honors diploma, and plan on giving back to the communities that helped me by participating in community service events this summer. Mahalo nui loa for granting me this scholarship that will help me gain so much success. I am so very thankful. | |
Hailey Caravalho-RiveraScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Hawai‘i Island New Knowledge Fund THINK Scholarship. I'm so thankful for your generosity, this means so much to me and my ‘ohana. This scholarship will take the stress away from my ‘ohana and I as we don't need to worry about finding a way to pay for my education. I hope to achieve academic success and to continue working towards my passion for caring for animals. Once again, mahalo nui loa for this generous gift! | |
Hailey ParkScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Ula Baker Sheecha Scholarship. Thank you for helping me take a step in achieving my goals in digital arts. My family and I are grateful for the aid I have gotten. This gift will help me academically as I enroll in Creative Media at UH. This year, I hope to gain more knowledge and experience in digital arts as it is a new world that I am entering. I am glad to take this step into this field and am thankful for what I have received to help, Mahalo once again, Hailey Park. | |
Hailey Fualaau-LunaScholarship:
A big mahalo to the Villa 'Ohana Ho'iho'i Scholarship committee. Your assistance for my financial support will allow me to achieve my goals of being a first generation college student and shine in the eyes of my community and other students of Nanakuli High and Intermediate School. My ‘Ohana appreciates your help just as much as I do and I will continue to push myself to create a better opportunity for my self, my family, and the many generations in my community. Thank you again for all your support and encouragement. | |
Haley NakamuraScholarship:
I cannot express how grateful I am for these honors. As a rising senior at MIT, double majoring in computer science and environmental engineering, I have had to shift a lot of time toward my studies. This support allows me to pursue positions and classes that have the greatest impact on my community and education. I am developing machine learning models to understand Native Hawaiian forestry distribution and hope to develop open source software for the community to understand the environment and make informed decisions about land-use and forestry. The legacy that your kindness has created is inspiring, mahalo nui loa for your generosity! | |
Haley NaraharaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Waipa Nishimura Memorial Scholarship for your generosity in helping me to get through the next school year as a college freshman. Anything helps and this scholarship is more than I could possibly ask someone for. Receiving this scholarship means that I will have that much of a financial burden lifted off my shoulders. I’m looking to not only gain a job in advertising, but to start up my own environmentally-friendly business. I hope to honor this scholarship and perform to the best of my ability in and out of the classroom. Mahalo nui. | |
Haley CantiberosScholarship:
Thank you donors of the Allen A. Bailey Scholarship! It is an honor and privilege to be chosen for this scholarship. The funds will be extremely helpful in pursuing my educational goals. I really appreciate the time and consideration that went into it. Me ke aloha. | |
Haley MahoeScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Na Ho‘okama a Pauahi Scholarship! This gift will help me during this academic year by providing me with funds necessary for attending school at the University of Pennsylvania. At Penn, I plan to dive into the world of government and politics in the Political Science major. This scholarship is not just a monetary award; it is also a vote of confidence in my abilities and potential. Your faith in me has inspired me to work even harder and achieve my goals with even more determination and passion. Mahalo again for your generous award! | |
Haley MahoeScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Alumni Association – Maui Region Scholarship! I am extremely thankful for your continued support along my academic journey. I am currently working towards a degree in Political Science and Communications, and your support is empowering me to make a meaningful impact in these fields. I am deeply grateful for the opportunities you've made possible. | |
Haley Kanoelani OkamotoScholarship:
Aloha mai! I am extremely grateful for your generosity. I am a first-generation college student, and the first in my immediate family to enter into a graduate program. Through the guidance of my parents and Kamehameha Schools, I have learned to value my education. This gift will also allow me to focus my energy towards my schooling. Ideally, I'd like to either work for or create a grant-funded program to serve Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students who are pursuing a post-secondary education. Upon graduating, I am hopeful that I will be able to move home to Kauaʻi and serve the community that raised me. Mahalo for your kindness. | |
Hali'awaikehalani KeahiScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarpship(s). I mahalo you for giving me the financial and emotionally support that will help me further my education and pursue my career. Your help is greatly appreciated and has helped my family save money. I hope that I will succeed in college and enjoy my new life and journey that I'm about to start. Mahalo nui once again! | |
Harlee HuliheeScholarship:
To the donors of this scholarship, mahalo for your generosity towards my ‘ohana and I! My loving parents work tirelessly to ensure that I have the best future possible and this scholarship assists us tremendously. I am thrilled to gain more knowledge in business administration and follow Georgia J. Meyer's passion for business. Mahalo! | |
Harris DudoitScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa for your generous monetary donation that will help me finish my Associate’s in Architecture Engineering and Construction Technologies at Hawaiʻi Community College. I hope to complete a business degree at UH Hilo, and then return to my home community to help start a business to provide affordable housing. | |
Harris DudoitScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa for your generous monetary support towards my dream to be an architect. I am privileged to receive a scholarship from my home Parent association and hope that I can do much to give back to my community on Moloka‘i. | |
Hawk NaeaScholarship:
I would like to extend a sincere mahalo to the donors of The Hawai'i Island New Knowledge Fund THINK Scholarship. This is a crucial semester for me, as the funds that Financial Aid is allowed to give me has run out, but it is my last semester. So, I am truly, truly grateful for the assistance in my time of need. I am excited to finish out my final semester, and I promise to use my education to contribute to the betterment of people's lives. It is one of my lifetime goals. Thank you so much again. | |
Hayden Konanui-TuckerScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the generous donors of the Edwin P. Murray and Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi PTO Scholarships. Through your scholarship, you are helping me to further my education and become a strong ʻōiwi leader as someone who can go back into the lāhui to make a difference for the people of Hawaiʻi. Post-college, I hope to return to Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi as a kumu teaching Hawaiian studies, māla or hula. In the long term, I hope to make my way through KS as poʻo kumu, poʻo kula, or even as far as becoming a trustee of Kamehameha Schools. | |
Haylee PruseScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship for your generosity in funding this scholarship to kōkua me and my ʻohana with the expenses of the next steps of my educational career. As a first generation college student, this means so much to me as my dream is to one day come home and serve my lāhui in working in conservation and natural resource management. My future degree you are helping me to obtain, will give me the knowledge and credentials accomplish my goals while living in my home, Hawaiʻi. This upcoming year, I hope to make lots of new friends, learn as much as I can, but most of all grow as a leader in this world. Mahalo piha iā ʻoukou.Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Scholars Scholarship for your generosity in funding this scholarship to kōkua me and my ʻohana with the expenses of the next steps of my educational career. As a first generation college student, this means so much to me as my dream is to one day come home and serve my lāhui in working in conservation and natural resource management. My future degree you are helping me to obtain, will give me the knowledge and credentials accomplish my goals while living in my home, Hawaiʻi. This upcoming year, I hope to make lots of new friends, learn as much as I can, but most of all grow as a leader in this world. Mahalo piha iā ʻoukou. | |
Hayley GoomanScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the "David and Julia Desha Scholarship" and the "Desha-Mullholland Scholarship" for their incredible generosity. This gift means the world to my family. Heading to one of the coldest and barest parts of the united states, these scholarships give my family a piece of mind and allow me to be a little more comfortable during these unknowing times. | |
Hema WatsonScholarship:
Mahalo nŌ donors of the "Na Lei Kukui" scholarship and "Kunuiakea" scholarship, this award means a lot. It will help me earn my education and degree in political science and give me the opportunity to learn without the pain of having to take out loans. I am very grateful for your gift, I will cherish it, mahalo! | |
Henna Chong TimScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kunuiakea Scholarship. I am so grateful for the opportunity to enrich my education and begin my journey as a student and future healthcare provider. I plan on earning my Bachelor of Science in Nursing and coming back home to provide care to my people. | |
Hennessey ChanScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the George Hi‘ilani Mills Scholarship. I am very grateful for this gift you have awarded me with. Over the past years, my desire to become a physical therapist grew. However, as I continue to look at the cost of attendance, I would often get discouraged. Receiving this scholarship has given my husband and I a lot of hope and excitement. This scholarship has given me a sense of relief and a breath of fresh air. This gift will help me in the next year to fund academic expenses as I transition into my first year as a student of physical therapy. | |
Hereiti CaseyScholarship:
With sincere gratitude to the donors of the John A. and Georgia J. Meyer Scholarship, I thank you for investing in my future! I am so excited about the prospect of moving to Utah to begin my Freshman year at BYU at the end of the summer. I studied hard and was able to earn my Associate’s degree from Hawai’i Pacific University through Kamehameha’s Dual Credit Program. I will be able to use my John A. and Georgia J. Meyer Scholarship wisely, helping me to obtain my Bachelor’s degree hopefully in the next two years! Your generous donation will go far toward helping me make great strides in my future. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Hiʻilei Carvalho-MattosScholarship:
Mahalo McClellan ʻohana for your scholarship. My time on our school’s speech and debate team has been filled with many laughs, tears, and memories I will cherish forever. Mahalo also to the donors of the John A. and Georgia J. Meyers Scholarship for your generosity which has encouraged me to pursue a business degree in design and innovation management. I hope to use this degree, and possibly a law degree along the line, to help the lāhui grow. I am beyond thankful for these scholarships which are a gift to my ʻohana and me as I attend an out-of-state college and strive to do my absolute best. | |
Hiʻilei HanohanoScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Charles Cockett ‘Ohana Scholarship! I am so blessed and grateful for your generosity in helping me financially complete my last year of college! This means so much to my ‘ohana and I. I am so grateful for your generosity as it allows me to further my education that will help me in my future endeavors. Giving back to my lāhui is one of my main goals and to also be able to perpetuate and cultivate our native practices and traditions. By receiving this degree I will hopefully be able to use what I have learned through out my educational journey to manage our land property better and to ensure a healthy and sustainable lifestyle for future generations. Being the last of three children and my dad just retiring, your gift will help tremendously take some of the financial stresses off our back in terms of paying for college tuition. I hope to finish strong in these last few semesters and ultimately use my education to help the Hawaiian community and ensure the protection of our natural resources. Words cannot express how much I appreciate this award. Mahalo nui! | |
Hiilei Carvalho-MattosScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa to the McClellan ‘ohana for your continued support! Your generosity reminds me just how much love and support is waiting for me back at Hawai‘i. I am eternally grateful for this award as well as my time spent on speech and debate. Just like the skills, memories, and connections I made on the team, I will use this gift to excel and do well in college at Oregon State University. Mahalo nui loa again for giving me this opportunity! | |
Hiilei PatocScholarship:
Mahalo nut donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1974, and the Makaloa Scolarships. I mahalo you for choosing to contribute to my education. This money will be especially helpful for my tuition and on campus housing which is easier for me to do than commute from home. It will also help my mom greatly because it is one less thing she has to pay for with her four kids, one of which is in private school and another a soon to be mother.Mahalo nui for your financial contribution. Me ke aloha. | |
Hina’ea BrownScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Association of Kaua’i. I am very thankful for your generosity for it has helped me greatly to be able to attend school with a little less financial weight on me and my families shoulders. This gift will help me to attend school with a little less financial responsibility towards my tuition. I hope to gain and achieve more knowledge from George Fox University during my first year! Mahalo! | |
Hinanowelo PerryScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Foundation! I am very grateful for your generosity as this gift will help with my college tuition. I plan to attend college for 4 years pursuing a major in Travel Industry Management. This year I hope to learn and explore more of what I want in my future career as well as laying a foundation for a successful college education. | |
Hiwa ArnoldScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship! My parents and I are truly grateful for your generosity. While I come from a very privileged family, I'm also a twin, so anything that can help out with tuition is much appreciated. College is definitely a intimidatingly huge step, but I'm really hoping to establish myself a bit more as a young adult, and this scholarship will help with that in some way or another. Mahalo again for this amazing opportunity! | |
Holly DoyleScholarship:
Mahalo piha to the donors of the William S. Richardson Commemorative Scholarship. I am so appreciative of your generosity. This gift will help me support myself as I move through law school which is stressful enough without considering its attendant financial risk. I am grateful for this scholarship and the amount of financial relief it provides. Everything helps, and I am excited to be part of the Pauahi Foundation ‘ohana as a recipient of your generous support. Mahalo, again! | |
Hope RosenbushScholarship:
Thank you so much for this scholarship. After receiving my acceptance to Cornell University, I was elated and very excited, however, after receiving my financial aid letter, I was not sure whether or not I could attend that school because of cost. Therefore, this scholarship means a lot to me, and any money will help me to pursue my dream of attending Cornell. This scholarship will also help me pursue STEM in college. Mahalo! | |
Hudson LeeScholarship:
Thank you very much for helping financially support me throughout my first year of college in trying to achieve the goal of becoming a commercial pilot and getting my degree in aviation. Mahalo! | |
Hulali CarreiroScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa for the generous scholarship to help me through my education. Me and my family are so grateful for this donation, and the amount of money provided that will make it easier for me to afford getting a higher education. I hope to put this money to good use by staying on top of my classes to eventually become a psychologist and return to my community and support those who got me here. | |
Hunter LauScholarship:
Mahalo Class of 1957 and the donors of the Lokomaika’i Scholarship! While I understand this mahalo letter is being written close to the deadline, that is because I have had a rich summer filled with many educational and leadership opportunities that would not have been possible without the support of my ‘ohana and my community around me. So I would like to thank you for the additional support for my college education, allowing me to excel further and have more opportunities in my future! That way, like this summer, I can continue to have a fulfilling life. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Hunter Kaulana Ah LooScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Michael “Mikey” Miyake Scholarship and Waipa Nishimura Memorial Scholarship. I am extremely thankful for this opportunity as you help not only me but also my family, and because of you, our financial challenges are slowly getting resolved. This gift will help me because I now have more to spend on books and laptops and can settle into college with fewer worries. My goal this year is to make an immediate impact on the football team but also find the passion and interest for my major. I plan to either enter the sports business industry or work my way up in a global business. Mahalo! | |
ʻAilani MartinsonScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the KSHPTO scholarship. I am so grateful for your generosity. This means so much to my family and I and will help me pay for the coming school year. Mahalo nui loa! | |
ʻAiponokamoku ValenteScholarship:
Auhea ‘oukou e ko Ali‘i Chang Scholarship, He mahalo palena ‘ole ka‘u no kā ‘oukou kāko‘o a kŌkua i ko‘u hele kula nui ‘ana. Ma muli o ka ‘oukou kāko‘o, ‘a‘ole pono wau e hopohopo no ka uku ‘ana no ka noho ‘ana i O‘ahu nei a hiki ke noi‘i kūwelo a ho‘Ōla i ka ‘ike Hawai‘i. Ke kau nei ka mana‘olana, e hiki ana au ke hana pū me kekahi polopeka, noi‘i, a ho‘ohua mai he pāhana. O kou kāko‘o ‘ana mai ia‘u ke kahua o ko‘u hele kula ‘ana i mea e ola hanohano ai ka iwi o ko‘u mau kūpuna. Mahalo a nui!To the donors of the Ali‘i Chang Scholarship, I send to you my deepest thanks for your support of my college endeavors. Because of your support, I do not need to stress on paying for housing here in O‘ahu and can focus my free time on conducting research and revitalizing Hawaiian knowledge. I hope next year to conduct more research under the guidance of my professors, and produce projects. Your support is the base of my college career and I will continue to honor the legacy of my ancestor. Mahalo Nui | |
ʻAiponokamoku ValenteScholarship:
E kuʻu mau poʻe kākoʻu, welina mai me ke aloha, Eia hoʻi au he kupa o ka ʻāina o kuʻu ʻāina kulāiwi ʻo Hawaiʻi nei. Me ka mahalo palena ʻole, me ka haʻahaʻa, a me ka mililani e hāpai aʻe nei au i kuʻu leo mahalo iā ʻoukou, no kou hilinaʻi ʻana mai i nei haumāna ʻuʻuku o ka ʻimi noiʻi nowelo o ka ʻāina moana o kākou. me ia wahi makana e hoʻomau ana au i ka ʻimi a hoʻokō i ka ʻimi palapala pālua no ka ʻōlelo makuahine o nei ʻāina, a me ka mahiʻai kekahi. Eō e ko Hawaiʻi, e ala mai! Ka ʻĪ, ka Mahi, me ka Palena! I mua a loaʻa i ka lei o ka lanakila! | |
ʻŌlapaholunape DuvauchelleScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa to the donors/representatives of the Elizabeth Ku‘ulei Bell Moloka‘i Education Scholarship! I am extremely grateful that tou chose to help me take a step closer to my dreams. I hope that one day you’ll see me in the credits of the next upcoming animated movie, and you can be the one to say "I helped her get there!" I hope to make you all proud 😊 | |
I'iwileoho'oipoipookalani PacarroScholarship:
Aloha pumehana kakou e na hoa kako’o ana mai no kou huakai i imi naauo. My most heartfelt aloha goes to you, the sponsors of the Elaine "Dollie" Mortensen KS ’71 Kaumualii Malama Aina Scholarship and the David and Julia Desha Scholarship, for the support you have extended to me in my educational journey. Mutual growth happens through the love and support of the community and as my most beloved mentor Dr. Manulani Aluli Meyer says, aloha aina is to love land, and serve people. It is in my heart to carry out this directive throughout my life. | |
Ian SanbornScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am a first-generation student and the first to attend graduate school. My parents, grandparents, and cousins are all so proud that I have made it this far. This scholarship will help me with the cost of school and allow me to focus more on performing well in school. I hope to learn about how I can serve rural and underserved communities as an established physical therapist. Following graduation, I plan on working as a traveling physical therapist so that I can experience and learn from as many different places, people and cultures that I can across the nation. Once again, thank you for your support and generosity! | |
Ikaika Vares-YoungScholarship:
Mahalo Kamehameha Schools Class of 1995 and donors to the Benedict Kalamaku Lee Loy Scholarship. I am very appreciative that I will be able to focus on education instead of having to make ends meet. I am pursuing my bachelor’s degree in Hawaiian Studies Malama ʻĀina. My kuleana to the lāhui is to educate those around me, including my peers, nieces and nephews, and sometimes even my kūpuna, and perpetuate all the ʻike acquired, new and old, and put it into action. Mahalo, mahalo, mahalo! | |
Ikaika AdricScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the scholarships, this means a lot to me for being able to help me achieve my dream of becoming a business owner and I cant thank you guys enough. | |
Ikaika StoneScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Ula Baker Sheecha Scholarship. I am so thankful for you to give me support into my academic and business career. This means so much to me and my ‘ohana because it means less of a burden to them and me financially. I plan to use this support from you to really dive into my education and use it for good. Mahalo. | |
Ikaika Koa Aplaca-DonlinScholarship:
I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for awarding me the Manowai Scholarship. This generous support truly means the world to me and will significantly ease my financial burden, allowing me to focus more on my studies.I am committed to making the most of this opportunity by dedicating myself to my academic pursuits and achieving excellence in my coursework. Your belief in my potential motivates me to work even harder and strive for success.Thank you once again for your support and confidence in me. I promise to honor this scholarship by doing my very best in school. | |
Ikaikaokealohilani OfsthunScholarship:
My dearest thanks goes out to the ones who gave me the honor of receiving such a generous award. It truly means a lot that my hard work over the past few years has been recognized and rewarded. This really does mean the world to me and my ohana and will lift a great financial burden off our shoulders. To be completely transparent if I was not awarded this my likely hood of attending the college of my dreams would be off the table entirely. This scholarship will not only help me get into the school of my dreams but will allow me to chase the future I have desired since a very young age. I am forever indebted by your helping hand and will not take for granted your grace. Mahalo again to the Meyer family, I promise I will not disappoint. | |
Ikuhaiakalani AkinaScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the Paiʻea Kane/Wahine Scholarship. This scholarships means so much to me as it is a stepping stone to reaching my goal of earning a DPT in physical therapy but continuing my wrestling career at the collegiate level as well. This scholarship is a huge deal for my ʻohana and we are all very thankful for it. This award will help my ʻohana pay for my college tuition and fees and bring the down the stress that I have put my parents through choosing to attend a minimum four year college. I hope to start my academic and athletic college career off strong and to create a base of how I want my life too look. Mahalo nui loa once again for this award. | |
Ila NakoScholarship:
I am incredibly grateful for your generosity and belief in me. This scholarship will help our ‘ohana worry less about financing my education. I will use this wisely as I make my move to the East Coast. I hope to immerse myself in my Princeton community, especially in their sustainable agriculture program, and share the knowledge of aloha ʻāina with them. I plan to write for the Daily Princetonian and the Princeton Undergraduate Blog. I am looking forward to traveling abroad, hopefully for language or cultural studies to connect with new people. Once again, mahalo for supporting me in my future endeavors. | |
Iliana Keawe-OliveiraScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the David and Julia Desha Scholarship. I am so thankful, as this will help me achieve the future I want. I was blessed to receive a merit scholarship from my school of choice and this money will go towards my room and board. This means a lot to my ʻohana, as it takes the load off of them and will help me to become the businesswoman I’ve always wanted to be and it’ll ensure that I’ll be able to give back to my lāhui one day. I hope to grow in my first semester in college and end this year on a high note. I plan to go to Santa Clara to obtain a Bachelors degree in Accounting. Through my four years there, I look forward to expanding on my knowledge and exploring my new home. My goal is to become a C.P.A. or a Financial Advisor. Me ka mahalo nui! | |
Iliana Keawe-OliveiraScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Charles Reed Bishop and Keaholoa Investment and Finance Scholarship. I am very grateful for your generosity. These funds will help me to reach my goal of opening my own accounting firm some day. I had a few challenges this past school year so I needed another plan to continue my schooling. Coming home and attending UH Hilo will help me to rebuild my foundation. Mahalo nui loa. | |
India Kawelolani ChingScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am transitioning to becoming independent in my own finances. This will allow me to stay in school and continue my journey through college. I will be able to learn and prepare for my career ahead and will be ready to take on any challenges in my future. Further along in my future, I want to be able to continue giving back to my community and to the people that have supported me throughout my educational journey. My goal is to participate in efforts to restore and protect Hawaiʻi’s natural resources and to advocate and educate our community about the issues concerning our environment. Mahalo! | |
Iosepa UngaScholarship:
To the donors of the Douglas K.K Chung Memorial Scholarship, I sincerely appreciate and am thankful for the opportunity to receive this token of generosity from the bottom of my heart. This scholarship means more than just a mahalo to me. It means that in this world, people believe in me and are willing to invest in an individual such as myself. this means that you believe that when I go out into the world, I will be a contributing member of society who holds themselves to the same standards as when I was chosen to receive this scholarship. All of this I say cannot be contained in the mere words of thank you. But I will say that I will strive to meet the expectations that you donors, as well as Pauahi, have held me accountable to. Mahalo | |
Irene KonScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1976 Scholarship and the Class of 2000 Scholarship for allowing me an opportunity to advance my education. I am writing to convey my profound gratitude for your kind sponsorship of my tuition. It is a privilege to have you as an essential supporter and donor as a non-traditional student to ensure that I can continue my education for the betterment of my family. I am extremely thankful that you were willing and ready to invest in my education since it has changed my life tremendously. I will always be appreciative of your help. Mahalo, Irene Kon | |
Isaac KnellScholarship:
Mahalo e nā po‘e mai ka papa puka kula 1991. I am truly thankful for the generous gift I have received from you all. I will use this gift further my education and help my community in the near future. | |
Isabella FiestaScholarship:
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Isabella KapaliScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors and the Pauahi Foundation for choosing to award me the Edwin P. Murray scholarship. I deeply appreciate the financial support for post-secondary endeavors. I’d like to push myself academically in college and to be limited by my financial resources would restrict me and lessen my ability to fully challenge myself academically. With the generous donation of the Edwin P. Murray scholarship, I’ll have the financial freedom to take a few extra classes to better prepare myself for the career path of my choice and essential life skills as I transition to living more independently as a young adult. Mahalo nui again for your generosity and choosing me as the recipient of this amazing scholarship! | |
Isabella Luke KalaniScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors of the Gladys E. and Clifford T.F. Chun Scholarship for your generosity. I truly appreciate your scholarship to help me pursue higher education at Tufts University this Fall. I plan to study Clinical Psychology with a minor in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, on a Pre-Medicine path. With your support, I can make my dreams and aspirations possible. | |
Isabella QuiacusanScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Hawai'i Parent Teacher Organization as well as donors of the Hawai'i Island New Knowledge Fund THINK, for blessing me with your generosity and allowing me to honor my 'Ohana by being able to further my education with the help of you all. Words cannot express how grateful I am to be given this gift that will help me to earn my bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Science and to be able to begin my post high school academic endeavors. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Isaiah ToiScholarship:
Mahalo donors, I cannot put into words how thankful I am. It’s been so difficult these days, but the end result of becoming a kumu ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi and supporting our lāhui is worth it. I graduated from Waipahu High School and since then I've been volunteering alongside my former kumu. When I get my degree, she will retire so that I can take her place. I love working with her, and our students are amazing. Whatever the future holds for me, I’m set on teaching at a public school because that’s where I came from and I want to give back to students who come from a similar environment. | |
Isaiah CrabbeScholarship:
Mahalo donors for the Floro and McCarthy Family "Big Blue and White K" Scholarship. This generous opportunity means a lot to me and my family, helping to make my dreams of becoming a pilot a reality. Your financial award will fund my future, allowing me to start flying as soon as the first semester of class! Thank you so much! | |
Isaiah LampitocScholarship:
The generosity that you have bestowed upon me is greatly appreciated. This generosity has allowed my family and I to lessen the amount of debt we compile as I continue through my educational journey. I hope to progress my academic career, striving towards a Bachelors degree in aerospace engineering. Mahalo nui. | |
Isis AmaralScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Manowai Scholarship. I am so grateful for your generosity, as I have wanted to pursue my career goals in Psychology for a few years now. This award means so much to my ‘ohana and I, as any extra support in the pursuit of my dreams is appreciated greatly. I intend to use the funds I was blessed with for books, and I hope to gain the basic understanding of Psychology on a college level for my first year. | |
Ivory UngaScholarship:
Mahalo donors for your generosity! I am beyond thankful as this will allow me to pursue a degree on the East Coast, where I will be experiencing all the seasons for the first time in my life! I hope to pursue a multi-disciplinary degree, honoring my passion for social and political infrastructures and interest in philosophy. I am also hoping to study abroad for a semester in Florence, Italy! After my undergrad, I hope to return home to attend law school, where I plan to practice and give back to the communities that have shaped me. Mahalo piha, me koʻu aloha āpau. | |
Jacob MomoharaScholarship:
Thank you KSHPTO. I am thankful for this because it will help my family so much. The cost of the college was one of the biggest factors in what college I was going to go to, so this money will help me worry less and focus more on my academics. I hope to study civil engineering and maybe return back home to work and help my family. | |
Jacob GarciaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Lee Ann DeLima Scholarship. I am grateful for your financial support, and more importantly your faith in my educational journey to attain a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science. I plan to continue my studies in a 4 year university and as you know, the cost of education now is so high, and your support will help decrease the burden on my ‘ohana. I am humbled to be the recipient of this scholarship that honors former Po’o Kula DeLima and hope to show how grateful I am by living my life as she lived hers - through kindness, generosity, hard work and caring for the Native Hawaiians. Mahalo!Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Scholars. I am so grateful for your financial support as I plan to continue my studies at a 4 year university and maybe post graduate education. With this scholarship, I feel encouraged and motivated to continue my efforts to give back to my community by getting a major in Environmental Science and hopefully help Maui with sustainability and conservation like how our ancestors did by living off the land and water. I plan to advocate to protect Maui’s natural resources and hopefully be involved in policy changes and education. Again, thank you so much for believing in me. | |
Jacqueline BrandonScholarship:
I would like to thank the donors for their generosity. Your gift will allow me to pursue my academic career. I hope to also make lifelong friends at the university and participate in collegiate athletics as a member of the water polo team. My plan is to obtain a master’s degree in business with a focus in entrepreneurship, with the ultimate goal of returning to Maui, and eventually owning a venue, through which I will continue the mission of service to others that has been instilled in me through my KS education. The venue would house a combination of for-profit and non-profit events that will benefit our community in multiple ways. | |
Jacqueline BrandonScholarship:
I am deeply grateful for the generosity of the scholarship donors. The funds they have provided will allow me to continue my college education and reduce the stress of the financial burden that can result from the expense of attending college. I feel supported by the members of our Hawaiian community and plan to pass on the generosity and support I have received to the next generation. | |
Jada ChangScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Gladys Kamakakuokalani ʻAinoa Brandt, Kamehameha Schools Alumni Association - Maui Region, and Makuakāne Inspirational Educator Scholarships for your kōkua and kākoʻo towards my educational journey. I will carry these blessings with me and will be able to finish my master’s program because of your generosity. I look forward to graduating in the spring of 2023 with a Master of Education in Teaching. Then I hope to obtain a full-time teaching position as a Hawaiian Immersion teacher. Mahalo nui a piha! | |
Jada LeeScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship. I am extremely grateful for your generosity and this scholarship will really help support my future career goals. I plan to major in Environmental Engineering at Santa Clara University and come back to Hawai‘i to protect and uplift the Native Hawaiian community. | |
Jada-Capri AndersonScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa to the Kamehameha Schools ATP (Halau Ku Kalaulama) for the very generous scholarship for my college education. I will be forever grateful to Kealii Pauahi and will continue to give back to our beloved Princess in any ways that I can. I hope to obtain a bachelors degree on the mainland or at home and utilize it in Hawaii. Mahalo, mahalo, mahalo. | |
Jade HaoScholarship:
Aloha. I just want to thank the donors of Kamehameha Schools Class of 1975 Scholarship for giving me the opportunity to continue my post-secondary education. I can't express in enough words how thankful I am. This award will help me in more ways than words can describe. It has allowed me the gracious opportunity to continue my post -secondary education by alleviating the financial burden that often is associated with college. Giving the chance to continue down the path of computer science and biology, in the hopes of becoming a computational biologist is the best gift I could ever receive. In light of this opportunity, I want to be able to come back to Hawai'i and focus on biotech to help the place that I call home. This award motivates me to help other Hawai'i students and gives me a sense of purpose. During this upcoming school year, I plan to give a voice to other women in tech/STEM and plan to make it on the dean's list for this semester. I am hoping to share the generosity that was bestowed upon me and be able to help the next generation of students!Aloha Pu'uwai Hau Kila Scholarship donors, I am deeply grateful for your generosity, which has greatly lightened the financial burden that is often associated with college. My ‘ohana and I are able to alleviate stress, and this opportunity enabled me to focus fully on my studies. Your support is a crucial part of my educational journey, I am now able to continue down the path of computer science and biology allowing me to pursue my passion of becoming a computational biologist. This year, I aim to excel academically and contribute positively to my community. Being a part of the Women in Tech club eBoard at the University of San Francisco, I plan on uplifting other women pursuing careers in tech, as well as pave the way for other Native/ indigenous people. After completing my education, I want to be able to come back to Hawai'i and focus on biotech to help the place that I call home. This award motivates me to help other Hawai'i students and gives me a sense of purpose. Your kindness inspires me to strive for excellence and to pay it forward in the future. Again mahalo nui loa for this opportunity you have bestowed upon me. | |
Jadelyn PangScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship for awarding me with a scholarship. This will be very helpful for my family to afford my college education as well as continue to support my brothers' high school education this upcoming school year. The gift will go a long way in helping me achieve my future goals and career plans. I hope to continue to maintain my study habits in college and this scholarship is another motivation for me to do well in school. | |
Jadie Karratti-AbordoScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Richard Marks and T.C. Yim Scholarships for your generosity and contribution to my future. I look forward to representing Native Hawaiians in the healthcare field and making our community proud. I hope to be a nurse practitioner at community health centers across Hawaiʻi and provide services in underserved communities. | |
Jaede Hinau-KobatakeScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Mary Atherton Richards scholarship, I am so thankful that I was able to receive this scholarship and this will help me and my ‘ohana financially during my college years. Because the school I am going to does not have a very high tuition this scholarship is helping me a lot in covering my tuition costs. Thank you very much for awarding me with this scholarship and giving me more of an opportunity to enjoy college without stressing out about what it will cost me. | |
Jaety MandaquitScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Gladys E. and Clifford T.F. Chun Scholarship. I am beyond grateful for their kind generosity. I am very thankful because any amount of money received is genuinely a helpful blessing that benefits my family in their enormous support of college education. My next step is to be a student-athlete at Sacramento State University, where I’ll play soccer and study accounting. Thank you very much for this opportunity; this would not be possible without your support! | |
Jai VielaScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Kamehameha Schools Association of Maui Scholarship, Lee Ann DeLima Scholarship, and Pauahi Scholars for the incredible scholarships. These scholarships will help support my higher level of education so that I can return to Hawaiʻi and serve our lāhui. My family and I have encountered our set of challenges and this will help us tremendously. I am incredibly grateful for this blessing that will help support my education. | |
Jaiden BettisScholarship:
Thank you so much to all of the donors that provided me with a scholarship. I am so grateful for your generosity and this is very important for my family and financial status for this up-coming school year. These scholarships will greatly impact my educational journey and give me the opportunity to afford my schooling. I will continue to strive to achieve academic and community service excellence. Thank you again and I appreciate your gratuity. | |
Jaiden BettisScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the manowai scholarship donors who put their hard earned money into my college education. I really appreciate this help and this will put less stress on myself and my ʻohana which will ultimately allow me to focus more on my academics. I hope to have an even better gpa in order to get accepted into medical schools and research opportunities this year. Thank you again and I am really so grateful. | |
Jaime WongScholarship:
I am immeasurably grateful for your generosity. The cost of tuition has been a formidable concern as the program I am in recommends not working while in school due to the intensive, accelerated workload. That, in addition to caring for my 92-year old grandmother more than occupy my time, so this scholarship is a huge blessing. My goal is to finish my program strong - to gain competence as a nurse so I can start to serve our lāhui as a nurse and one day, nurse practitioner and public health advocate. I will work with Native Hawaiian families in underserved areas, providing the medical care they need across their lifespan. Mahalo! | |
Jaime WondScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Michael "Mikey" Miyake Scholarship. I truly appreciate the donations made that will help me pursue my future. As I also have an older sister in college and a twin sister attending college this year; this scholarship will also help my parents a lot because I understand for them it is a great struggle trying to pay for 3 children attending college at the same time. By 2026 I strive to attain my masters in business and get one step closer to securing my future. Once again, Mahalo nui loa! | |
Jake LeeScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Douglas K.K. Chung Memorial Scholarship. I am so grateful and honored to have received this scholarship because it will allow me to pursue my major in computer science, embrace the college learning experience, and continue swimming to stay healthy. In my first year of college, I hope to become comfortable with the campus/people, stay on top of my academics, and join the swim club. Mahalo nui loa for the support and opportunities this scholarship will provide me! | |
Jamen PunsalanScholarship:I want to give a massive thank you to the donors of the Theodore Vierra Scholarship. They've given me a wonderful opportunity to pursue a higher-education, and their financial support will go far in helping me to achieve my architectural designing goals. Mahalo nui loa! | |
James GrandalenScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the George Hi'ilani Mills scholarship for your generosity. My family and I are grateful as this will help tremendously as I pursue a career in healthcare so that I can care for communities in Hawai'i. This gift will help with the next step in my journey. I plan to do well in my studies and during our clinical hours by dedicating myself to study and put my best foot forward by taking every opportunity to improve. | |
Jana SoliScholarship:
Mahalo donors for this generous award. As a self-funded, first-generation graduate student, the gift you have donated is truly life changing for me. One of my greatest concerns about returning to school for a MBA program has been the financial burden that such an education brings. Your generosity will enable me to graduate in far less student debt than previously projected, changing the trajectory of my business and future. I will now be able to invest more deeply into the company I’ve founded, the work I am doing with small businesses, and the impact I can make on my Big Island community. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. | |
Janaiya VierraScholarship:
Mahalo nui donors for the Hawai'i Island New Knowledge Fund THINK scholarship. I was ecstatic to learn I was a recipient for this honor, and I am deeply appreciative of your support. Your kindness has given me the continued confidence to pursue my passion and a career in pediatrics. With the help of this scholarship, I am one step closer to achieving my goal. Mahalo once again for your incredible support. | |
Jane-Grace CooteyScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Scholars Scholarship. I am so grateful for your generosity and want you to know that this means so much for me and my ‘ohana. College has always been my goal and you are helping me turn that into a reality. I hope to be able to gain all the knowledge that I can through my next years in school. Mahalo for your kindness. | |
Jaret Love-TabionScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the scholarship, this gift that you‘ve given has impacted me and my family immensely. With this scholarship, I can confidently continue my education while being relieved of financial stress. This scholarship has given me hope and encouragement to pursue engineering. I plan to become an electrical engineer for Boeing and work on aircraft. Me ke aloha pumehana, mahalo! | |
Jarrison AetoScholarship:
Mahalo to the Hoaloha Kamehameha donors, I am so appreciative and grateful for the donation youve given me to help further my healthcare career. I will use this donation to better give back to the health of my community, especially the kupuna. Helping to heal those in need is my kuleana and i am so thankful for the gift youve given me to help me accomplish this. | |
Jasmin MonderenScholarship:
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this scholarship. It means so much more to become a teacher knowing that I had people rooting for me from the start. You don’t know how much of a blessing it is to receive this scholarship. School has always been my passion. I’ve been taking college classes since my ninth-grade year in high school, I knew that once I graduated, college classes would no longer be free. Although my family is rich in love, financially, we struggle. I promise that I will become a teacher and I will better my community. Thank you again, may you all be blessed. | |
Jasmin MonderenScholarship:
I‘d like to extend the biggest thank you filled with so much love. As stated in my essay, my family is rich with love, but not financially. This scholarship means a lot to all of us. I promise to do my part and give back to my community. I will make you all proud! Mahalo! | |
Jasmin MonderenScholarship:
I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart! I promise to make you all proud and to give back to my community by educating the future generation. I am so grateful! No words can describe what this means to me. But I will do good by you all! | |
Jasmine SerionScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Kamehameha Schools Hawai‘i PTO Scholarship and the Mary Atherton Richards scholarship! I am deeply thankful for your generosity and consideration as I move into the next chapter of my life and further my education. Your generosity means so much to my family and me as it will help relieve a portion of my college expenses while allowing me to focus on my studies. This coming year I'm looking forward to getting acquainted with college life and learning much about myself in this new space. Mahalo! | |
Jasmine SerionScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Puuwai Hau Kila Scholarship. Your generosity means the world to me and my family. This scholarship will significantly ease our financial burden, allowing me to focus on my studies without the stress of tuition costs. This year, I aim to excel academically and participate in community service projects, continuing my journey towards making a positive impact in our community. Your support has given me the opportunity to pursue my dreams and strive for excellence. Mahalo nui loa for your kindness and support! | |
Jason CheersScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the KSAA- Oʻahu Region Scholarship!! As a first-generation college student and the first of my siblings to go to college on the mainland, this scholarship will lift a financial burden not only for myself, but from my mother as well. I hope to use this money to get my foot in the door of the world of environmental science, and hopefully in the near future, you will be able to see me be a steward of the land and our native species! Mahalo!! | |
Jasyah MacugayScholarship:
Thank you so much donors of the Frank & Ruth Midkiff Scholarship for this! I am seriously struggling to pay for my college and many of the scholarships I have applied for have been denied. I am looking forward to becoming a computer scientist and computer science engineer and working for different companies that need online defense. I feel less stressed knowing there are kind people out there like yourself helping college students out. God bless!!! | |
Jayda KekelaScholarship:
Mahalo to the gracious donors of the Kamehameha Schools PTO scholarships for providing me with these funds to help me pay for college. I am extremely thankful for this encouragement because it is going to get me to go places without limits, this means a lot to me and my Ohana because it has always been a dream of mine to go away to college on the mainland, and the donors of this scholarship is making it possible for me to do that. | |
Jayden PahukulaScholarship:
Mahalo donors! This award means so much to my family and me. College is expensive, so I can’t explain how much every bit helps. I am so grateful for the opportunity to learn from the best. I am planning on getting my bachelor’s in computer engineering at the Colorado School of Mines, because they have one of the best engineering programs in the country with a high post-graduation employment rate, and many opportunities for internships and co-ops. My ultimate goal is to come back to Hawaiʻi and give back to the community and the ʻāina. Me ka mahalo nui. | |
Jayden Alonzo-EstradaScholarship:
I want to send out a big mahalo to the Frank & Ruth Midkiff fund and the KSH PTO for supporting my academic journey. These funds help me follow my aspiration of tapping into the seldom talked about industry of cybersecurity and networking science as a whole. I hope to come back later on in life and give back to my community. Once again mahalo nui. | |
Jaymie-Lee PeraltaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Association of Kaua‘i Scholarship | |
Jayna KanoholaniScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the Kamehameha Schools Maui Parent Teacher Student Organization ‘A‘apueo Scholarship and the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship for these incredible gifts. These scholarships will help immensely financially and allow me the opportunity to fulfill my dream of attending Columbia University. My ‘ohana and I appreciate it more than I can elicit into words and are honored for your support in my post-high school journey. | |
Jaysha Alonzo-EstradaScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am grateful for your support. As a first-generation scholar, your generosity will help me not only pay for college but achieve my goals of coming home to serve our community. I hope to learn how public health can help to address issues in Hawaiʻi to create a future that is healthy and sustainable. Mahalo nui again for your kokua. | |
Jazel SantanaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of Makaloa Scholarship. I greatly appreciate this scholarship. Moving to another state for college is already stressful, but with this scholarship, I worry less about tuition. College is costly and I am immensely grateful for any help I can get. I am going to Fordham University to study business administration. I plan to take advantage of every opportunity to learn and explore the world. After college, I am looking into attending law school. Thank you very much for this scholarship. | |
Jazlyn BulataoScholarship:
To the donors of the Pauahi Scholarship Kamehameha Class of 73‘ Thank you for your generosity in choosing me for this scholarship for the 2023-2024 school year. I am beyond grateful for being selected for this scholarship and for help towards pursuing my goals of continuing my education for my Master's in the psychology of marriage and family therapy. I intend to use my cultural and educational skills towards being of service to others. My goal for this school year is to gain more skills and practice counseling a diversity of individuals. Thank you for helping me towards reaching these goals with the opportunity to continue my education. | |
Jazlyn FariasScholarship:
Words alone couldn’t express how grateful I am to be receiving the Kaua’i Association Pauahi Foundation Scholarship. Knowing that my home is always supporting me in one way or another is gratifying after being on Oahu. This support gives me confidence that I am going in the right direction in my life. With this scholarship I’ll be able to afford my textbooks and school supplies during the academic year. This year I hope to start and finish my first year of college on a strong note and continue to build my foundation of knowledge to prepare myself for medical school. Mahalo nui for the Kaua’i Association Scholarship you’ve awarded to me. | |
Jazzlin Wills-HeinScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Foundation Scholarships, I am very thankful for your generosity because my mother and I struggle to pay for things due to her health. This is a great opportunity for me to get my life started so I can continue to take care of her, and so that she has food on the table and gets her medications. I hope to get through this year with As and Bs, and I am looking forward to becoming a traveling nurse. Mahalo nui, I will forever be grateful for your generosity. | |
Jazzmine Fernandez RuizScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the David and Julia Desha Scholarship, I am very thankful for receiving this scholarship because this will help me further my college education and bring me one step closer to becoming a special education teacher. This year, I hope to achieve more hands on experience in the field of special education to help me better myself in helping children with special needs to thrive in school and their futures. I am truly grateful for this scholarship and am very excited for what this upcoming school year will bring. Mahalo. | |
Jelacia PeraltaScholarship:
Aloha Donors! Mahalo nui loa for your support on my journey to becoming a Registered Nurse (RN). Your kindness and generosity will forever be with me as this will greatly impact my life. At the end of this school year, I hope to be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), starting my journey to becoming an RN. It is my biggest pleasure to be on this journey, working in health care to give back to the community that has given me so much. Mahalo again for your generosity! | |
Jennalynn-Ann Iaela-OkazakiScholarship:
Mahalo, mahalo, mahalo donors of the Francis and Phyllis Chun Scholarship! I cannot express to you how grateful I am to receive this scholarship or even how thrilled I was to see the award on the scholarship portal! For me, this lessens the financial burden that college rests on me. I am excited to jump straight into my university coursework in the fall, and build those connections in the science world. I will continue to work hard. From the bottom of my heart, mahalo nui loa. | |
Jennifer Marie CarterScholarship:
Mahalo for your very generous scholarships which have been bestowed upon me. I am grateful for your support as it means a lot to my ʻohana and me. Your gift will help me immensely this academic year as I continue my journey in pursuing my master’s degree. I plan to continue my education by pursuing a doctorate in January 2023. Upon completing my doctorate, I would like to open a social service agency on the island of Hawaiʻi. I choose to live my life making a positive difference in my community. Your kindness is truly appreciated. Thank you again for your generosity and support. | |
Jennifer Marie CarterScholarship:
I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for being awarded the Goldman Sachs/Matsuo Takabuki Commemorative Scholarship. To have received this honor is truly a blessing, and I cannot express enough how appreciative I am of the opportunity you have provided. Your generous support helps ease my financial burden and reassures me that I am on the right path as I pursue my doctoral degree. | |
Jensen Codi Wills-ChingScholarship:
Thank you for the generosity and scholarships that I was fortunate enough to receive. These scholarships will help me to continue my educational goals and follow my dreams. I promise to make you proud in everything I do and to not take these awards lightly. Thank you for supporting me and helping me to become a better version of myself in order to one day pay it forward to the next generation of great Hawaii leaders! | |
Jenson NakasoneScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Scholars Scholarship. I appreciate the funds that are being gifted to be in order to help fund my college journey. I would also like to give a big mahalo to Pauahi, the teachers who nominated me for this scholarship, and Ke Akua. With the help of this generous gift, I am hoping to come back to Hawai‘i in the future as a leader for our people, and a difference maker for the community. Mahalo! | |
Jeslie PavaoScholarship:
Mahalo nui!! I am beyond grateful for this scholarship and the opportunity to further my education. This gift will help my family and me in so many ways. In this next school year, I am striving for a 4.0! I love school and setting new goals for myself. I plan to receive a bachelor’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Texas Christian University, and also a master’s degree. I hope to then return home to provide rehabilitation in both English and 'ōlelo Hawai'i to Native Hawaiian kids. Again, mahalo nui for this opportunity and it will definitely be used for the betterment of my future.I | |
Jesslin (Makamae) SniffenScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of The Makaloa Scholarship. This scholarship will allow me to focus on being a full time doctoral student as I pursue my PhD in Educational Policy Studies and History, with the hope of using this experience and knowledge to impact policy when I return home. I'm deeply appreciative and grateful for the support and look forward to better serving my lāhui. | |
Jiselle MaglintiScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the KSH PTO Scholarship and the Stanley & Beese Fortuna Memorial Scholarship. I am so grateful for your generosity and continued support of scholars like myself who wish to pursue higher education. These scholarships will help my family and I cover the expenses of travel and supplies that will allow me to continue being a successful student in college. I hope to achieve academic excellence in honor of these gracious rewards this year at the University of Southern California. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Jodeci ManningScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors of the Johnny Pineapple Scholarship for helping me and many adolescents eager to make something out of themselves. During this time, young native Hawaiians are needed to step up for the preservation of our culture and language and I am grateful to have this opportunity. I will be majoring in Hawaiian Language & Studies to grow in my knowledge. Ultimately, I see myself being an environmental lawyer to help preserve our sacred Hawaiian land. I am committed to becoming a future leader for our nation and the following generations. Once again, mahalo for all the kōkua in my future journey. | |
Joel CurcioScholarship:
Mahalo Donors of the Kunuiakea Scholarship! I would like to truly thank you all for your wonderful generosity and kindness. This scholarship will truly help me and my 'ohana to pay for the upcoming school year. I hope this will also make it easier for me to focus on my studies and become a good and industrious member of society. Mahalo Nui Loa for your kindness! | |
Joessi AlconcelScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the Manowai scholarship as well as the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1963 Scholarship. I am beyond thankful to be receiving these awards. As a student responsible for getting myself to college financially, this has changed my life and taken a great deal of stress from me. | |
John NihipaliScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools "Na Hoaloha" ‘86 Scholarship. This scholarship you have given me will help me and my ‘ohana save on spending out of our pockets and help cover the costs of my education. More than just financial help, it gave me a sense of hope and encouragement. Knowing that there are people who believe in me and want to help me succeed is a great motivator to work hard and strive to the very best to achieve my goals and make the most of the opportunity given to me. Mahalo. | |
Johnathan ChingScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Nanea Scholarship! This means so much because I normally work a lot to help pay for school. Now, I can use this extra time to do an internship at an optometrist’s office and study for the OAT to get into optometry school. My ʻohana is also very thankful because times have been really tough because of COVID. I plan to become an optometrist and return to Hawaiʻi to help the community that raised me. One thing that comes to mind is I will help others who also want to go into optometry by offering internships for work experience. Mahalo everyone!!! | |
Johnathan ChingScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Hawaii Island New Knowledge Fund THINK scholarship. I am very grateful for your generosity in regards to this scholarship. This means a lot especially because I am entering grad school and I am very nervous about paying for tuition. I will try my best to live up to expectations and succeed in Optometry school. | |
Johnathan ChingScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the THINK fund. Thank you so much for allowing me to attend school with less of a burden. Knowing that I have to worry a little less about paying for school helps me do a lot better once I am in school. With this money, I won't have to take out as many loans when I have to buy equipment for school. Mahalo again! | |
Jordan Holokai-JacintoScholarship:
Mahalo for the scholarship, I truly mean it. This is the first stepping stone I needed to start a life and career dedicated to bringing change to our communities. | |
Jordan WalshScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the David and Julia Desha Scholarship and also the donors of the Gail and Allan Fujimoto scholarship. Your generosity in providing funds for my upcoming college semester has brought me that much closer to achieving my academic goals and are going to help shape my life goals and dreams into reality. With your donations I will be able to finish my current degree program and will help jumpstart my transition into a four year university. I plan on using the funds to attend college where I am working tirelessly to combat food scarcity in my community. Please know that your kindness does not go unappreciated and my entire Ohana wishes you a much deserved Mahalo. | |
Jordan Van HooserScholarship:
Thank you for the generous scholarship opportunity. I will make sure to take full advantage of it ensuring that I am able to secure the college degree that I desire. | |
Jordanna TakakiScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1954 “Na Kanalimakumaha” Scholarship, Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi Parent Teacher Organization Scholarship (KSHPTO), Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship, and Vaughn G. A. Vasconcellos, KS ’71 Scholarship for your generosity. I am so grateful to have received these awards. It is a huge part towards a successful future. I plan to graduate college, be prepared to take the MCAT and get into medical school, after which I hope to become a pediatrician and work within my community Again, mahalo!!!! | |
Jordanna TakakiScholarship:
I would like to say Mahalo to both donors, Eli D. Pane‘e, Sr., and Aileen E. Pane‘e I Mua Scholarship and The Hawai‘i Island New Knowledge Fund THINK for selecting me as your awardee. I am extremely thankful and honored that you have chosen to support my educational journey. Each and every award helps to make my dreams a reality. With a tuition of $84,000 at Pepperdine, this could not happen without the generosity of scholarships like yours. I am excited for the upcoming second year (23-24). Mahalo Nui for choosing me! | |
Jordanna TakakiScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Oswald "Oz" K. Stender Scholarship. I am deeply grateful for your generosity, which means so much to me and my ‘ohana. Your support will greatly assist me in my academic journey at Pepperdine, allowing me to focus on my pre-medicine studies without financial strain. This gift empowers me to pursue my dream of becoming a physician, dedicated to helping others. This year, I aim to excel academically, engage in meaningful research, and contribute to the community through service. Your kindness has made this possible. Mahalo nui loa for your belief in my potential and investment in my future. | |
Jordyn KokiScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship. I am so thankful to be a recipient of the scholarship because it will help me achieve all of my college/career goals. This will support me in terms of the financial aspect for my first year! I am very grateful for your generosity. | |
Jordyn NishimuraScholarship:
I would like to give a huge mahalo and all my aloha to the donors of the Flik Independent Schools Dining Scholarship and the Waipa Nishimura Memorial Scholarship. Your generosity is so greatly appreciated by me and my ‘ohana and will enable me to pursue my passion for health and healthcare at UCLA in the fall. I intend to do my best to uphold the values of this scholarship and to honor it by doing my best in all my classes while continueing to challenge myself and grow. I am so deeply grateful for this scholarship as it not only opens the door for me financially but assists in taking my focus off money and worrying and more towards acheiving all that I can achieve to represent Native Hawaiians. Mahalo nui loa for this amazing oppurtunity! | |
Joseph JimenezScholarship:
I would like to sincerely thank you for your support and generosity. Going to college hasn’t been easy, especially on the East Coast so far away from home. As someone from a financially unstable family and as a student paying for college on their own, I am at a loss for words. I will passionately pursue my degree through your help, and am excited to return to school in the fall and jump into more advanced coding classes, dedicate more time to craft, as well as building a network on the East Coast for students like myself from Hawaiʻi. From the bottom of my heart, mahalo nui loa. | |
Joseph Nakoa IIIScholarship:
Mahalo donors for your generosity. This opportunity to represent KS Alumni means a lot to me and these funds will greatly assist my educational endeavors. I have made a commitment to expand my professional toolbox in order to give back to the people and places that have made me who I am. My studies this year will build upon this as I am beginning my PhD in Environmental Life Sciences and will be working through the ASU Center for Global Discovery and Conservation Science located in Hilo, Hawaiʻi. I hope to transition into this new university and begin the first of my three research projects. Mahalo! | |
Joseph AhunaScholarship:
Aloha! Thank you so much for your support! Your generosity means the world to my ʻohana and I as it will help me to further my education. During my college career, I hope to learn about different technologies and how they can be used to help further and support our lāhui. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Joseph JimenezScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the John and Reiko Kuga Phillip Scholarship, Joseph A. Sowa Scholarship, and the Kamehameha Schools "Imua 77" Scholarship. Thank you for your support and generosity. Receiving these scholarships is an incredible honor, and I am deeply grateful. I am strengthened by your support, and it means so much to me and my ohana that I may continue this journey for which I've worked so hard. I am committed to maintaining academic excellence and building networks during my time in college, so I can share my knowledge and experience with my community in the future. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Joseph JimenezScholarship:
Aloha!I would like to start this message by saying, from the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for supporting me in my journey to higher education. Your generosity has allowed me to focus on my studies in New Media Design and further my education.With this support, I can dedicate myself to my academic and community initiatives, such as promoting Hawaiian culture through the Hawai’i Culture Club at RIT, while contributing to my community through Lambda Phi Epsilon, the MOCHA program, RIT Student Ambassador, and even as a Resident Advisor. My goal is to use my education and experiences to give back to my community, raise awareness about important issues, and mentor the next generation. | |
Joshua ChingScholarship:
On behalf of my parents and I, mahalo nui to the donors of the DeWitt Wallace Scholarship for investing in my future! With the ever-increasing price of college, this money will go a long way in lifting the financial burden of funding my post-secondary education and inch me closer to achieving my dreams. I hope to attend law school after graduating from college, before eventually coming home to serve as a public interest lawyer. I also hope to run for office to tackle the many political issues impacting the lāhui – from the overrepresentation of Native Hawaiians in our criminal justice system to investing in a regenerative tourism model for Hawaiʻi. Again, mahalo nui! | |
Josias FrondaScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am immensely grateful for your generosity, and for your faith and trust in me as I pursue my music career. One of my main inspirations is the fact that I get to represent Hawaiian people on a national level, which is a great honor. This scholarship means that much more focus can be put on school and the preparation of a career rather than how I’m going to finance the next year of schooling, I am so incredibly grateful. Mahalo and I hope to represent you all and our people well! | |
Josias FrondaScholarship:
I'm so honored to have been selected for this scholarship. I've thoroughly enjoyed my time as a member of the Kamehameha School's Marching Band, and look forward to applying the standards and values that I've learned to the professional music world. I've had the lucky opportunity to already go and work in New York and hope to continue to do so! | |
Joslyn KaweloScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Richard Y.K. And Hattie G. Au Scholarship! I am extremely thankful to have received this award for the upcoming school year which will help alleviate some of the costs that come with school. I am honored to receive this scholarship that honors Hattie and Richard Au who were kind members of the Nanakuli community, where I am from. As I finish college and begin to pursue my career, I hope to serve as a leader and role model to those within our community. | |
Jourdan ParkScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am so grateful to have been chosen as an awardee of these scholarships. These will help me pay for my college tuition. My parents have both my sister and me to provide for so this will aid in taking some weight off their shoulders. I hope to obtain my PhD in Psychology and this will enable me to do so. I wish to be able to give back to the community as a KS alumni and offer sessions in ‘ōlelo. I also hope to travel the world to experience new cultures and meet new people, as well as experience life on my own. Again, thank you so much! | |
Journey LindseyScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Flik Independent Schools Dining Scholarship, I am so thankful for your generosity as it has saved me and my family from having to spend some hefty amounts of money for me to attend college. This gift will set me off for an exciting educational journey as I now don't have to worry about finances and can focus on my education. I hope that I can achieve my dream of earning an associates and getting a good head start towards my career goal. Mahalo nui! | |
Julia SandersScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors! Your generosity is greatly appreciated by my ʻohana and me in my continued effort to earn my Associate’s in Liberal Arts, Hawaiian Studies, and a certificate in Integrated Industrial Technologies. Mahalo nui loa again for the wonderful gift that I will take full advantage of towards my future education. | |
Julia LingenbrinkScholarship:
I want to thank you so, so much for gifting me these scholarships. The money is going to be really helpful for me and my family, but something that means a lot to me is just being chosen to be your scholarship recipient. It has given me more confidence in myself and my abilities, and I hope you know that your support does not go unnoticed, especially at a personal level. Mahalo nui for allowing me a better chance to succeed! | |
Julia Kamalei PahukulaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Scholars. Your generosity is sincerely appreciated. Your financial kōkua will allow me to pursue my dreams in college and beyond. I want to be a leader of our lāhui and this scholarship will help make this dream become a reality. Mahalo nō!Mahalo donors of the Lee Ann DeLima Scholarship. Mrs. DeLima is the reason why I am where I am today. She gave my dad the opportunity to lead at Kamehameha Schools Maui and because of that I am forever grateful to her. Her positivity and love radiated off of her and I strive to be more like her everyday. Mahalo for being so generous in granting me this scholarship because it will help me pursue the alakaʻi life I desire to live. Mahalo nō!Mahalo donors of the Kahu Wendell B.K. Davis and Mama Kahu Maria K.K. Davis Aloha Ke Akua Scholarship. As a strong Christian and one of the Kahu ʻŌpio, I am so humbled to accept this scholarship. I look up to the kahu that have come before me and try to follow their footsteps and lead my school with pride. In my future, I am excited to share the love of God with everyone I encounter. I am excited to become a Hawaiian and Christian leader in my community and this scholarship will help make this dream become a reality. Mahalo nui! | |
Juliana PakeleScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors! I am grateful for your generosity and for believing in me. This scholarship is a big help to my parents who currently support my education financially. This scholarship isn’t only an investment towards my education but my career. Along with going to school, to get a head start in my career, I’ve started marketing for a restaurant and my own eco-friendly business. Going to school has been helping me understand the best way to run my business, which in turn is giving me hands-on learning experience. | |
Julius VillaroScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kalino Foundation Scholarship! I am extremely humbled and grateful that you chose me as the recipient of your very generous scholarship. This scholarship means so much to us because it is going to relieve us of some of the challenges that come with a college education, especially because we are a single income household. This gift of scholarship will help me this academic year as I continue to discover my passion for understanding human behavior, psychology, relationship, and history. I want to somehow channel the knowledge I am gaining back into Hawaii's communities, and be of service. My father worked for Mental Health Kokua; he helped those who were emotionally challenged transition back into daily life. My mother has been a dedicated public school teacher on the Leeward coast for 19 years. I started college hoping to become a research scientist, initially choosing a path much different from my parents...but I'm discovering that a call to assist those with emotional and mental needs is growing stronger. I believe my parents influence is fueling my purpose, and with your generosity, I have a way to see my educational goals through. Mahalo for your faith in me. | |
Justice Castroverde-MonizScholarship:
Mahalo, donors of the Barry J. and Winona E. Rubin Memorial Scholarship, for your generous support. Your donation has significantly lightened the financial burden of my law school education, allowing me to focus on my studies and future career aspirations. I am deeply grateful for your belief in me and your contribution to my academic journey. As I embark on my first year of Law school, I am determined to find my own path to success as a JD candidate. Thank you once again for your unwavering support. | |
Justin ParkScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of all these scholarships! Thanks to your generosity, I am able to attend my dream post-secondary institution. These gifts have helped my family and me afford my education. Not only are you supporting my education, but me as an artist. I hope to thrive at Berklee and in the community as a composer. Studying film scoring and composition, I hope to hone my voice as an artist and storyteller. I am also looking forward to learning multicultural music in Hawaiʻi and Boston. After college, I plan to continue writing music for the concert hall and media (film/TV/video games). Many thanks to all the donors and supporters! | |
Justise TakasakiScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Paul Robert Gouin MD Memorial Scholarship Fund and Makaloa Scholarship-UG. I am beyond grateful for the generous gift that was given to me by the sponsors of these scholarship. It has been a tough year for my family and I financially, and emotionally due to the loss of two family members. This gift will help me academically in finishing my undergraduate in Kinesiology and Rehabilitation science at the university of Hawaii at Manoa. Once again, my family and I are extremely grateful for these gifts, and will forever be remembered. Mahalo again and I hope this years bring all of us joy and happiness. | |
Justyne RamentoScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Class or 1973 scholarship. I am extremely grateful for your contribution towards my future. This gift will help me tremendously in my goal of earning my bachelor’s degree and becoming a registered nurse in pediatrics as I enjoy working with children and helping others. | |
Ka'ale'a HanawahineScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Rebecca Kunipo Ching Scholarship! I am more than honored and grateful to be the recipient of a gift intended for women of Native Hawaiian ancestry pursuing careers in Public Health. As a first-generation college student, my ‘ohana and I are extremely grateful for the opportunities and experiences this scholarship will allow me to have. This gift will allow me to take the first step in pursuing my life's mission of helping underserved communities by finding solutions for healthcare concerns and prioritizing the promotion of equal access to healthcare. | |
Ka'ena CervantesScholarship:
Mahalo donors for gifting me with this amazing blessing. This award means the world to my ʻohana and me because it allows me to further my education without the worry of the financial cost. This will allow me to start my career path and provide me an opportunity for this upcoming academic year. I know that the jump from high school to college will be difficult, but this award has taken a lot off my shoulders. After graduating from UH Mānoa, my hope is to return home to Maui to become a nurse. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Ka'ie Naboa-CordyScholarship:
Mahalo nui for your generosity! I am so thankful for this scholarship as it allows me to take one step closer to paying for my secondary education. It also allows me to take some of the worrying financial weight off of my father's shoulders. I plan to use this gift specifically to pay for my tuition and needed school books. This will overall help me to succeed this year in Pre Nursing as I prepare to apply to the very competitive Nursing Program at UH Manoa for next fall. | |
Kaakakai KaahuiScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1961 Scholarship. I am deeply grateful to you for your incredible generosity. As I wrote my essays which were requested in the application, I hoped to form a connection with you and share with you my passion for making a difference for our islands, our waters and for our people. Now I wish to express to you the tremendous excitement I felt the day I received the email stating that I had been awarded your scholarship. This gift will truly enable me to fulfill my dreams! Mahalo Nui Loa, Ka’akakai "Kai" KaahuiMahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1974 Scholarship. I am deeply grateful to you for your incredible generosity. As I wrote my essays which were requested in the application, I hoped to form a connection with you and share with you my passion for making a difference for our islands, our waters and for our people. Now I wish to express to you the tremendous excitement I felt the day I received the email stating that I had been awarded your scholarship. This gift will truly enable me to fulfill my dreams! Mahalo Nui Loa, Ka’akakai "Kai" Kaahui | |
Kacelyn KubojiriScholarship:
I’m beyond thankful for the donors as their contribution will support my journey to furthering my education. Receiving a scholarship not only supports my ʻohana and me financially, but greatly increases my desire to give back to my community. I'm really looking forward to furthering my education in the environment. I hope to approach my undergraduate experience with a strong work ethic, participate in various internship opportunities and create bonds with students as well as staff. Mahalo! | |
Kaci-Cheree DizonScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Makuakane Inspirational Educator Scholarship. Receiving this award has me feel that the stories I shared in my essays about being in the front of the classroom for the first time this year were acknowledged and I sincerely appreciate that. This gift will go a long way to help relieve the burden of this, the final year, of my B.A. degree program. | |
Kade ApunaScholarship:
I am deeply humbled and grateful for the opportunity you have given to me to further my post-high education by helping me financially. This award means so much as I was contemplating whether I would be able to continue my education because of my financial hardships. My family and I are so thankful for your generosity because it lessens the burden placed upon all of us. This coming school year I will be able to attend aviation school and I hope and pray that I will make you all proud of me. Mahalo nui loa. | |
Kade ApunaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kamehameha Schools Association of Teachers and Parents Moloka‘i "‘Elua" Scholarship and The Paul Pua‘a ‘ohana, Paul Moses Murray & Malia Murray Grant. It is with sincere humility that I mahalo you for your generosity in selecting me as a recipient of your gracious scholarship. This monetary assistance will not only ease the financial burden on myself and my ‘ohana, but it gives me the confidence to continue my pursuit of attaining my Bachelors degree in Aviation Science. With this generous assistance, I will be able to complete my degree and continue my flight hours so that one day I may return home to Hawaii and live my dream of flying for Hawaiian Airlines and service the people of Hawaii as well as those who come to visit our beautiful state. Again, mahalo nui loa for the opportunity you have given me to make a difference in our state and in my community. Me Kealoha Pumehana | |
Kadence FergerstromScholarship:
Mahalo for this scholarship! I am so grateful and this truly means a lot. I promise to keep my grades up and continue my service for my community. This award will truly make a difference for me. | |
Kaede Lynn SaniatanScholarship:
It is an honor to be chosen for the Desha-Mulholland Scholarship and Kamehameha Schools Hawai‘i Parent Teacher Organization Scholarship. I am currently a KSH senior, who plans to major in nursing at UNLV, focused in the field of obstetrics. I am truly grateful for the scholarship support. This scholarship allows me to not have to depend on my mother for financial support or take out loans. I am able to focus on my studies and additional educational opportunities. | |
Kaede Lynn SaniatanScholarship:
I am writing to express my gratitude for your generosity in awarding me the Kalino Foundation Merit-Based Scholarship. This means more to me and my family than words can convey. Your support will alleviate financial burdens, allowing me to focus wholeheartedly on my studies and extracurricular activities. With your help, I aim to excel academically and contribute positively to my community. Your belief in me fuels my determination to make the most of this opportunity. Mahalo for investing in my education and empowering me to pursue my dreams. | |
Kaedynce Crivello-CastroScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship. I am forever grateful for the opportunity you have given me to further my education. It may not have been possible without this scholarship. Your generosity is allowing me to make my goals and dreams become a reality. I have decided to pursue a career in Early Childhood Education, to impact the younger generations of our community. I'm excited to start a new chapter in my life thank you again for making that possible! | |
Kaelum LumanlanScholarship:
Aloha , Thank you for providing me the resources and opportunity to further my education. It is an immense help financially and I am truly grateful. Your contributions will not only assist my future but the future of the Hawai‘i as a whole. Again, I humbly appreciate everything you‘ve done for me. | |
Kaena KiakonaScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the The Eric N. Jacobsen Memorial Scholarship for your generosity and assistance in paying my tuition for this upcoming school year. This means so much to my family, as they have had to make a lot of sacrifices to pay for me to follow my dreams, and this really helps to take a weight off of their backs. I truly can't tell you how much I appreciate it and how much this means for me and my 'ohana. I'm a non-scholarship player on the baseball team here, so I'm playing/practicing close to 40 hours per week and don't have time to work a job on the side to help out. Mahalo nui loa. | |
Kaeo YuenScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa for all of your kōkua and support! I deeply appreciate this opportunity and am truly blessed to have received these four scholarships. Coming from a low-income background where education is overlooked, I will make the best of the money to instill a change within my family and Hawaiian community! My end goal is to return to Hawaiʻi as a neurosurgeon still rooted in my Hawaiian culture — to better serve my lāhui! | |
Kahakuhailoa PoepoeScholarship:
Mahalo a nui to the donors of the Vaugn G. A. Vasconcellos, KS '71 scholarships for your generosity in supporting my educational journey. I come from the island of Molokaʻi, and my ʻohana is less-resourced, so being a first-generation college student it means a lot for my educational journey to be funded by you folks. It also means a lot to us as my career goal is seeking the revitalization of Hawaiian ways of living, and our sovereignty as a people, and for the people of Molokaʻi it is something we aspire to see on all of the islands. Your folk's donation will help fund my education this upcoming school year as a senior at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo studying Hawaiian Studies, with a focus in Continuing the Culture, in hopes of promoting the Hawaiian language across the island chain, but especially back on my home island. I hope to maintain or even possibly raise my current GPA of 3.89 this semester, and to graduate on the dean's list! Mahalo again for your this gift which means so much to me and my ʻohana."He ʻōpū aliʻi" | |
Kahala NeumannScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the Theodore Vierra Scholarship. I'm so grateful for your genorosity and helping to proivde me with a brighter future. | |
Kahaliaonahulukupuna MasoakaScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the Hawaii Independent Energy Scholarship as well as the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1967 "Ka Lei o Kaiona" Scholarship! it's because of your generous donations that I can begin my schooling in the Electrical Installation and Maintenance Technology program at Hawaii Community College without any worries of tuition payment. I am truly grateful for these scholarships as I will be able to focus on my education and will be able to purchase safety equipment. Mahalo nui! | |
Kahaliaonahulukupuna MasaokaScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the Hawai'i Independent Energy Scholarship as well as the Sanborn 'Ohana for selecting me as the recipient of the 2024 award. Receiving this scholarship is a tremendous honor for me and I would like to assure you that I will make the most of this opportunity and use it to excel in my academics so that I can achieve my goal of becoming an electrician in my community. | |
Kahaukepa Aipia-PetersScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the "Hawai'i Island New Knowledge Fund THINK" Scholarship. I am very thankful for your generosity and for choosing me to receive this scholarship in order to further my academic career. This gift is very helpful to my ʻohana, and it also takes off some stress from myself and my family as we continue to maneuver the price of college. What I hope to achieve this year is to continue to network with fellow students and professors at Oregon State University and to also continue to be active in the academic clubs and activities that are provided at the university. Mahalo nui. | |
Kaheleaulani YoshidaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the KSHPTO scholarship for allowing me to further my education, and worry less about the money that's needed to do so. This scholarship will be put towards building my foundation in college, and making sure I have the financial support to reach my goals. It means so much to me that through my short essay, I was able to present my strengths enough for you to help me out of high school and into adulthood. Mahalo again for this scholarship. | |
Kahiau SnyderScholarship:
Nui ʻino koʻu mahalo iā ʻoukou e nā mea i hoʻolako mai i nā waihona kālā ʻo Homer David Kahilialau and Thelma Mabara Burge, Sr. Scholarship, Kamehameha Schools Class of 1961 Scholarship, a me Lee Ann DeLima Scholarship. Mahalo nui no ko ʻoukou kākoʻo ʻana mai i koʻu hānai ʻia ʻana. He mea kēia e kōkua iaʻu e komo i ke kulanui, e hana i ke kekele lae pua, a e lilo i kumu Hawaiʻi e hānai aku i nā hānauna Hawaiʻi e hiki mai ana. | |
Kahiau Cockett-NagamineScholarship:
Mahalo Donors of the Makaloa Scholarship. I am a first year medical student at Georgetown University School of Medicine. I am grateful and appreciative for the opportunity to receive this scholarship because attaining medical education can be costly. With this scholarship, I hope to improve my financial health so that I can provide quality care to future patients. In the upcoming 2023 — 2024 academic year, I hope to pass the medical licensing board examination during the winter and start my clinical rotations in the hospital in the spring. Thank you for your support! | |
Kahiau SnyderScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the David and Julia Desha Scholarship, Kamehameha Schools Class of 1963 Scholarship, M. Kimo Wong KS ’71 and Shelly Wong and Noe Noe Wong-Wilson KS ’68 ‘Ohana Scholarship, and the Makuakane Inspirational Educator Scholarship! Your generous financial assistance will enable me to ho‘omau in my pursuit of ‘ike Hawai‘i. This year, I plan on continuing to nourish my ‘i‘ini for the ‘Ōlelo and ‘ike of my kūpuna through both my academics and my work in researching mo‘olelo ‘āina. I will use this ‘ike to ho‘Ōla and paipai the future generations of our lāhui, just as this scholarship has done for me. Mahalo nui! | |
Kahiau Cockett-NagamineScholarship:
Mahalo Donors of the Dr. Richard Kekuni Blaisdell, Native Hawaiian Health Kauka ʻŌiwi Scholarshipand the donors of the George Hi'ilani Mills Scholarship! With your kindness and generosity, I will be able to accomplish my goal of becoming a physician who can provide quality care to future patients. Currently, I am a third year medical student at Georgetown University School of Medicine, where I am engaging in clinical rotations. Each day is a reminder of the amazing opportunity that I have to create a lasting, positive impact on an individual's health. Thank you for your support! | |
Kahiwaleinaniokealoha IliScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of Makaloa Scholarship-UG. I am more than thankful for having the opportunity to receive this scholarship. With this scholarship I will be able to further my education in health sciences. I will also be able to pay for different school expenses such as books as well as a laptop. This scholarship helps bring me a step closer to giving back to my lāhui. Mahalo! | |
Kahuakai Iaea-RussellScholarship:
He leo mahalo nui kēia iā ʻoukou e ka poʻe kaʻana mai i ka waihona kālā o ka Makaloa Scholarship UG. Nui koʻu pōmaikaʻi i ko ʻoukou kōkua ʻana mai ma koʻu ala ʻimi naʻauao ma ke kulanui ʻo Hawaiʻi ma Hilo, i Ka Haka ʻUla o Keʻelikōlani. E kōkua ana kēia kālā iaʻu ma ke kūʻai i nā pono hele kula, a e maikaʻi ʻino loa ana kēia makahiki kula aʻe ma muli o kou kōkua ʻana mai. I kēia makahiki kula aʻe, he manaʻolana nui koʻu e koho i kaʻu hana me ke akamai i mea e hoʻohanohano i ke kaiāulu o ka poʻe Hawaiʻi me ke aukahi ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi. Ke aloha nui me ka mahalo ʻoi kelakela iā ʻoukou! na Kahuakaʻi Iaea-Russell | |
Kaʻimi Galima-ElvenaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Hawai‘i Island New Knowledge Fund THINK Scholarship! I am very thankful for the support you have given me. Living in a low income family where I have to complete school work and work for income to support my ‘ohana, it means a lot that there are people in the community that are willing to help the future of our islands. This generous gift will help me a lot with my education in that this is the first push into my career, incorporating Hawaiian knowledge and language into native wildlife conservation. I hope to gain foundational knowledge in biology to support my career and also build connections with people passionate about native wildlife and Hawaiian culture. Mahalo nui! | |
Kaʻōiwikapuokalani JeongScholarship:
Mahalo nui for this scholarship. With these money I will able to move forward in pursuing my goal of ultimately serving my people back in Hilo. I greatly appreciate this award as it will help my family not feel so much of the burden to get an education that will help me with this career. | |
Kaʻōlapa MasukoScholarship:
Mahalo donors for the three scholarships. These awards help me to realize my dreams of becoming a history teacher and competing in collegiate athletics. I cannot thank you enough for helping me realize these dreams and helping me to grow as a person. | |
Kai Aiona-AgraScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Tauati ‘Ohana Scholarship. I am eternally grateful for your generosity, and my family can't thank you enough! I live with two other siblings, one of which is my twin brother and will also be attending college. Without the kindness of your scholarship, I would be unable to attend college and receive a college education. This scholarship enables me to go off-island and engage in meaningful research, learning, and opportunities not offered elsewhere. Mahalo nui! | |
Kai Ea TraskScholarship:
Mahalo to donors of FLIK scholarships! Your help and generosity means so much to my family and I. I will be able to achieve so much because of this scholarship. | |
Kaianna NahinaScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Makaloa Scholarship! I cannot thank you enough for your generosity and pure care for the future generations and their post-high education. College is very expensive and a huge investment for the future, and I'm so appreciative and glad you were able to provide for my learning. I hope to be a great nurse one day and I thank you for your aloha. | |
Kaianne FeurtadoScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I was thrilled to learn of being selected and am deeply appreciative of your support. In July of 2020, I registered for college due to the pandemic. After having worked in the hotel and tourism industry for most of my life and being laid off for over a year, I decided on a career change. I recently landed a part-time dream job with a local plant nursery, which has all been possible with the help of donors like yourself providing stability to my son and I as we navigate the importance of a college education. This year I will transfer to UH to pursue a degree in business and agriculture. Mahalo piha! | |
Kaiea PaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Douglas K. K. Chung Memorial and Kamehameha Schools Association of Kauaʻi Scholarships. I am very grateful to be gifted with these funds that will help me towards my goals in life. I hope to stay on top of my schoolwork this year while also being employed so I can get some real-life experience. I want to be a firefighter. Thank you again. | |
Kaikuliumaikalani Kaholoa'aScholarship:
Mahalo! By receiving these awards, I will be able to attend Stanford University where I will develop into a well-established marine scientist capable of working directly with the Native Hawaiian community. Through this program, I aim to help bridge the gap between western science and indigenous knowledge by working with native communities to preserve Hawaiian coral reefs. Specifically, I will teach my community about novel scientific methodologies, whilst teaching my western associates the importance of indigenous knowledge and values. With your gift, I will greatly represent and uplift the next generation of kanaka scientists. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Kaila LabraScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship. Selecting me for this scholarship will make it easier for me to focus on college and lessen the sacrifices my parents will make on my behalf. I intend to major in psychology and minor in criminal justice, before applying to law school. I intend to work towards becoming a juvenile justice lawyer to advocate for youth and justice in government. Your contributions have brought me one step closer to achieving my dreams. Mahalo. | |
Kailani McLainScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Michael "Mikey" Miyake Scholarship. I am extremely grateful for your generosity. This will release the financial burden on my ‘ohana, and has made it possible for me to pursue an out of state university. I will be enrolled in a 6-year direct-admit Doctorate of physical therapy program, and this scholarship makes it possible for me to commit to it. I plan to get involved in their pro-bono clinic and work on getting my bachelors degree in Exercise Science. Mahalo for your generous donation and I hope that I will put it to good use. | |
Kailani PascuaScholarship:
I would like to mahalo you for this reward! I am beyond thankful for what you have provided me with. I plan to study Environmental Studies and come back home to make a difference in Hawaii! This scholarship makes a difference and helps me so much! Mahalo nui! | |
Kailena AkauScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Irmgard Farden Aluli Scholaship! I am so thankful for your generosity and it means a lot to me and my ‘ohana. Receiving financial awards is always a blessing because it allows me to reach my academic and career goals. Education is very important to me and I am able to go to college and fulfill my educational goals because of scholarship donors like you! With these scholarships, I will be able to graduate with a bachelors degree in Hawaiian Studies and a minor in Business. I want to become a Hawaiian Language teacher and I also would like to open my own business one day. Mahalo for your generosity! | |
Kailihialeikaumaka CabralScholarship:
Mahalo Donors of the Mary Atherton Richards and Pauahi Scholarships. I deeply appreciate your generosity and help as I begin to further my education. Your generosity has greatly helped my ʻohana and I as we are no longer financially stressed. Your gift will help to finance my education which will allow me to gain the knowledge I need to help my community. Once again, I mahalo you for your kindness and generosity. | |
Kaily SakaiScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Makaloa Scholarship. I am extremely thankful for receiving this scholarship. Even though $500 may seem like a small amount to some families, I know that this money will help my family and my ability to further my education. I will use this scholarship money towards my resources that I need in the next academic school year; I know this money will do many amazing things for my ‘ohana and I. Mahalo, Kaily Sakai | |
Kaimana PilaresScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1980 for blessing me with this scholarship! I am so grateful to have been one of the recipients of this scholarship because I long to continue my education. Education is a gift and this scholarship helps me achieve yet another degree. This helps me because I am the one who pays for my schooling. I was worried about tuition and hoe I would be able to afford it, but this scholarship takes some of the worry away! Mahalo. | |
Kainani WagnerScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors of the David & Julia Desha Scholarship. I wanted to reach out and mahalo you for your generous award. Your financial kindness will greatly help me focus more on my studies and less on working to earn money to pay for school. The pandemic had been hard financially for my family and there was a point in which I thought college might be out of reach. Your assistance has helped me make my college dreams a reality and without your support this journey would be difficult to achieve.I graduated in May 2021 from Kamehameha Schools. I have dreamed of being a writer since I was in elementary school. Your award gives me a vote of confidence that I will be able to make my dreams a reality. Me ka mahalo nui! | |
Kainoa HottendorfScholarship:
Aloha, I want to thank you for choosing me for the Kekunaaialii Scholarship. I am so appreciative of your generosity and I cannot express my gratitude enough. | |
Kainoa HottendorfScholarship:
To the donors of the Rebecca Lamahilani Haalou Medeiros Scholarship, I feel truly honored and blessed to receive such a generous scholarship. I cannot express my gratitude enough, this will greatly help nullify the cost of my University. This money will help me feel more comfortable studying and focusing on school rather than focusing on its financial burden. Mahalo again for your support! | |
Kainoa KaehaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Native Hawaiian Visual Arts ScholarshipEver since Kamehameha I was really trying to do my best in school and always applying to scholarships where I could. It's very important to my family that I am getting an education and setting my future life up. But of course, the cost is always an issue to go around, which is why I do so much in school academically and now through student government and working for the LeeCC through student life. I hope I make some AWESOME videos as I'm learning the video side of my camera now, and it will be all thanks to your help for me to pursue my higher education. | |
Kaiolana AcquaroScholarship:
I would like to thank the donors of the Frank & Ruth Midkiff, KSHPTO, and Kekunaʻaiʻaliʻi Scholarships. Your gift means that I can attend my first choice of colleges, which will set me up for success. I am grateful to be able to live and learn at Oregon State University, where I feel welcomed and am excited about the opportunities and new experiences. Your gift also sends me a message of encouragement that I can accomplish my goals. I am interested in finance and financial literacy. I hope to use what I learn in my business degree program to help others meet their goals. Mahalo! | |
Kaipolauaʻe PalmaScholarship:
Mahalo nui for allowing me the opportunity to work toward striving for a better future for myself here in Hawaiʻi. I fully intend to work to the best of my ability and strive toward success in helping our people. | |
Kaira KelekomaScholarship:
I would like to say a huge mahalo to the donors for this scholarship. I can now look forward to my senior year without having to worry about finances and finish off strong! I plan to be a successful project manager in Hawaiʻi within the construction industry. There are many specialties this field has such as plastering, architecture, carpentry etc. However, to be successful, they must all ensure their projects are meeting their goals and deadlines. This is where my career as a project manager comes in. As a current business management major with a track in innovation and change, I look forward to starting my future career. Mahalo! | |
Kairi Guerrero EnosScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Hawai'i Island New Knowledge Fund THINK Scholarship. Winning this award means so much to me. With this amazing opportunity of a lifetime, I will make sure to excel with great mana moving forward in this next school year. You have blessed me and my 'ohana greatly. With two members of our household heading to college this year, I can now focus more on persisting to complete my schooling rather than being burdened by the financial weight constantly on my 'ohana’s shoulders. What I hope to achieve this year is valuable knowledge in STEM and to make a meaningful contribution to my community, my home, Hilo. Mahalo from the bottom of my heart. | |
Kaitlyn SouzaScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship. This scholarship will help my family out so much this up coming school year in terms of paying for college without having to take out loans that will inhibit me from pursuing my future dreams post-college. I am also grateful to be a recipient of this scholarship because it helps to show my younger siblings who are soon to be graduates of Kamehameha that they do they the opportunity and resources to reach for the stars and achieve their dreams. Once again, I am so eternally grateful for this scholarship, Mahalo nui loa. | |
Kaiuluakane TiogangcoScholarship:
I would like to give a big mahalo to the Kamehameha Schools Hawai'i Parent Teacher Organization Scholarship for their contribution. My family will have to pay for my schooling for this first year, so the scholarship that was awarded will help to take some of that weight off their shoulders. I hope to get my bachelor's degree in business. After that, I either hope to get my master's or go into law school in order to serve my community. Mahalo a nui loa. | |
Kala DiazScholarship: | |
Kalaeloa TancayoScholarship:
Mahalo! My Ohana is truly grateful for your generosity, with this step of seeking a higher education, your gift will help me achieve my future career goal. | |
Kalaiakea DuncanScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Anne H. Myers Scholarship! I am incredibly thankful for not just what I have been awarded, but for the opportunity to even apply and have a chance at this award in the first place. With this award, my ‘ohana and I will be able to navigate this post-high journey that much easier, and we are indebted to you all for that. I will make sure to use this award in the best and most calculated way possible in aiding myself with the costs of college here in Hawaii. This coming year, I hope to start my undergraduate journey strong by establishing connections with school staff and friends that will last me a lifetime in my goal to be a lifelong learner. Mahalo nui loa donors! | |
Kalaiakea DuncanScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1979 "Ho'okupono" Scholarship! This act of generosity from you all means so much to my family and I, as without monetary leverages such as this my dream of continuing to attend college would not be possible. Rest assured, this scholarship will go directly towards my college tuition, allowing me to continue studying the sole academic field that I've taken great passion in: criminology & criminal justice. I'll be sure not to let you guys down, and I will be forever indebted to you all! Mahalo, Kalaiakea Duncan | |
Kalanihuia ForbesScholarship:
I would like to give a big mahalo to all who have supported this scholarship. As education is so important to me it is a great honor to be able to further my educational journey with this scholarship. This money will be used to lessen the burden of my already large student loan, this aliviates some of the stress connected with that. iI will also allow me to buy books and possibly a new laptop for this coming school year. | |
Kalaula KeahiScholarship:
Mahalo nui to the donors of the David A. Mortensen KS ’71 D.A.M Scholarship. I am so blessed to have been awarded this scholarship which will help with the costs as I continue my education in Public and Emergency Health / Sports Medicine. This means so much to my ʻohana and me because I will be a first-generation college student. I plan to take advantage of everything the university has to offer, become an EMT and eventually work my way up to becoming an air evac or go into sports medicine. I hope to obtain the knowledge and skills to not only advance myself but also to help the community. | |
Kale SpencerScholarship:
Mahalo donors to the Pauahi Scholars scholarships. I am very grateful for this award and am very thankful for your generosity. This means so much to my family and me. I hope to take this and use it to the best of my ability towards my future. I am planning on taking my academic and athletic talents to new heights at Long Island University studying sports management. After college, I want to pursue a career in coaching and/or play volleyball professionally. Mahalo! | |
Kale'aokapuamakani Kuamo'oScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Na Pua Mae‘ole O Kamehameha Class of 1953 Scholarship. I am so thankful to have been given this opportunity to expand my knowledge and become better equipped for my future. This means so much to me and my ‘ohana and takes away such a big burden off of my parents shoulders. This gift you have given me will assist in the upcoming academic year and my educational journey and I will forever be thankful. I hope to take advantage of this opportunity I have been given and return to Hawai‘i fully prepared to help those in need. | |
Kalea HigginsScholarship:
I am incredibly thankful for your generosity because this means that someone is willing to help not only me but many other students to get a college education, taking at least a little bit of weight off our shoulders. This year, I hope to graduate high school and transition to college. I plan to work toward getting a degree in biology, after which I hope to be able to go to medical school and am leaning toward being a radiologist or anesthesiologist. Again, I just want to say mahalo! | |
Kaleikaumaka RobackScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the USS Kamehameha Scholarship,I am deeply grateful for your generous $5,000 scholarship. This support means a great deal to me and my ‘ohana, allowing me to focus on my studies at the Naval Academy without financial worries.Your generosity inspires me to excel academically and develop my leadership skills. I am determined to honor your investment by making the most of this opportunity. | |
Kaleiolamau KendrickScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the M.E. Bacon KS ‘72 Uncle Herb & Kupuna Lehua Lee-Loy Weatherwax Aloha ‘Aina Scholarship; I am deeply humbled and honored by your generous award. Having this scholarship in hand as I begin my first year of college creates a great financial comfort for me and my ‘ohana and makes me feel more supported in my journey. This confidence will help motivate me to excel in my courses. Thank you for being a part of my team and for providing me the tools I need to stimulate my learning experience and knowledge of my beloved ‘Aina. | |
Kalena ShiromaScholarship:
Mahalo! I am very thankful for this opportunity and plan to put your generosity towards my education and future professional development in natural resource management of our Hawaiʻi ecosystems. As school and living costs are becoming more expensive, this gift will greatly help with getting back in the saddle for my graduate degree and help afford necessary materials for my studies. During the academic year of 2223, I am planning on taking graduate courses, as well as forming my thesis question which will relate to planning improved management protocols to protect forests throughout all of Hawaiʻi. | |
Kalena CarpenterScholarship:
Words cannot express my gratitude. Mahalo donors of the KGMB/KHON Video Production Scholarship! My ‘ohana and I greatly appreciate your assistance in helping me to fulfill my academic aspirations. This scholarship will help me to pursue my post-high education at Grand Canyon University. As filmmaking is my passion, I one day hope to pursue my dream of being a filmmaker and storyteller by working for some sort of sports broadcasting crew making documentaries. Mahalo! | |
Kalena ShiromaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Nanea Scholarship for selecting me for this amazing opportunity. This scholarship will directly aid in helping me continue to succeed in my academic journey to earn my M.S at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo Tropical Conservation Biology and Environmental Science Program. This generous gift will help me achieve my goals in becoming a leader in scientific research and natural resource management and make a positive change here in Hawai‘i. My ‘ohana and I are forever thankful and feel truly blessed. Aloha. | |
Kalena LauniuScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Vaughn G. A. Vasconcellos, KS '71 Scholarship. This scholarship has help make the decision to go to Ottawa University more possible for me and my family. Especially with the low income our family has been getting recently. This money will help me and my family pay for the tuition and for the cost of attendance for my first year in college. I hope to get an experience of living outside of home and to see how their science can help improve Hawai’i’s Knowledge in certain areas. Mahalo, Kalena Launiu | |
Kalena ThurstonScholarship:
Mahalo Donors of the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1990 Ku Lokahi Scholarship. I am honored and grateful to have been selected as a recipient. This scholarship will significantly support my academic goals, allowing me to focus more on my studies and less on financial needs. I am committed to making the most of this opportunity as work towards my degree in Environmental Engineering at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Kaleokupa'a YamamotoScholarship:
Thank you so much! I am forever indebted you. As I ventured into the college application process, I would've never imagined that it would've ended with me attending such a prestigious university like the University of Michigan, and this is all thanks to you. You have given me the resources that will fund numerous textbooks and ease the financial burden on my parents and for that I cannot thank you enough. You have truly made my fever dream a reality. | |
Kalissa LeslieScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Scholars Scholarship. I am so grateful to be a recipient of this scholarship, and I will be putting it towards funding my college education at UCLA. College is the first step on my path to becoming a dentist. As a dentist, I will have the opportunity to create beautiful smiles while at the same time addressing financial disparities, solving complex dental puzzles, and providing a much-needed service to my community. I hope to make significant dental research contributions to the broader community so that fewer Native Hawaiians suffer from oral health conditions. Mahalo | |
Kallie Kaaihue-PaopaoScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors of the Kamehameha Schools Association of Kauaʻi Scholarship. It means a great deal for me and will help me pursue my dreams of acquiring more knowledge of the people and world around me. I am very excited about this next journey in my school life. I cannot wait to see what the world outside of Hawaiʻi and my family can offer and be able to bring it back to the islands. I would love to write stories that either relate or trace back to the origins of my ancestors and write a book in Hawaiian that explores more than just the traditional genres of Hawaiian literature. | |
Kaluhea Fay DudoitScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I cannot put into words what these scholarship awards mean to myself and my ʻohana and I am forever grateful for this amazing opportunity. College and higher education are very important to myself, my family, and my future and I cannot thank you all enough for supporting and helping me to achieve my goals. I am interested in pursuing degrees in both marine science and Hawaiian studies to bridge the gap between science and culture, to hopefully be able to teach science at a Hawaiian immersion school. I mahalo you all for helping me along my journey. Mahalo a nui loa iā ʻoukou pākahi a pau!! | |
Kaluhea Fay DudoitScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Charles S. Iwata, Jr. Memorial Annual Scholarship, the Holomua Scholarship, and the Park Kitashima Scholarship for your blessings and generosity. In this upcoming school year, I will be a senior here at the University of Hawaii at Hilo double majoring in both Marine Science and Hawaiian Studies. I want to thank you all for this amazing blessing and opportunity to be able to accomplish what I have been working towards for the past 4. Growing up on the small island of Moloka‘i and going fishing with my father and grandfather when I was young, I would have never thought that I would become a scientist. But from my experiences and knowledge that I have gained in my life and here at the university, I understand now that science is the pathway and means for native people to perpetuate and continue their livelihoods. It is for this reason that I am passionate in furthering my knowledge in both Marine Science and Hawaiian Studies today, to provide a medium for Hawaiian students to perpetuate and protect what they love about their home. So I thank you all for these scholarships and for allowing me the pathway and means to perpetuate and protect what I love, which is my home, my people, and my culture. | |
Kalukalani GooScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Kunuiakea Scholarship. Thank you so much for this scholarship to help me with my pursuit to start my post-high journey. This means the world to my ʻohana and I. This gift will allow me to pay off college and give me a good start to fighting for the Hawaiian people. In the future, I intend to fight for Hawaiian land rights and learn the way of the law in order to help preserve native Hawaiian lands. There are not enough words to express how grateful I am. Once again, mahalo nui loa for this scholarship. | |
Kamailah QuiochoScholarship:
I would like to thank the donors of The Johansen ‘ohana Scholarship and Kamehameha Schools Class of 1968 "Ka Poli O Kaiona" Scholarship for your generosity in donating money for this scholarship. Being a recipient of this means a lot to me and my family because we knew that I’d have to rely heavily on scholarships and financial aid for me to go to college. This scholarship will help me in my future education by allowing me to afford to go to a school with the proper programs that I will need to further my knowledge and pursue my desired career. Mahalo for supporting me and allowing me to have an opportunity to grow in my education. | |
Kamaile MaldonadoScholarship:
Aloha nui donors for your support. I am a Native Hawaiian lawyer with a deep commitment to serving our community as a long-time beneficiary of Hawaiian-serving organizations. As a military spouse far from home, my chosen path has helped me to nurture my connection to Lāhui Hawaiʻi, increasing my knowledge about legal structures and colonial history to prepare myself for a career in nation-building research and development. Your gift will help purchase software, books and pay for professional writing tutoring, to ensure that my work will be of the highest quality and benefit to the lāhui. I hope one day soon you will be able to have haʻaheo in my writings and accomplishments. Mahalo! | |
Kamakanuionalani WootonScholarship:
Mahalo to the donors of the Makaloa Scholarship for gifting me this money. This money will help to lighten the burden of my family to pay for my college education and allow me to prepare for my future. I will ensure to pay this forward by serving others as a doctor to support and heal others to the best of my ability. I hope that I will make you proud with my future contributions and mahalo again for this amazing opportunity. | |
Kamaleimahie AuwaeScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa donors, your generosity has profoundly impacted my life. Hailing from an underprivileged background, this opportunity empowers me to pursue higher education fearlessly. Your compassion resonates deeply, instilling hope and motivation within me. This academic year, I am committed to excelling and honoring your trust. Your belief in my potential reinforces my resolve to overcome adversities and inspire others facing similar challenges. I am driven to make a positive impact and contribute to our community. Mahalo nui loa for investing in aspiring scholars like myself and uplifting those facing socioeconomic barriers. | |
Kamalu Kaawa RichardsonScholarship:
I am very thankful that you’ve picked me. This gift is a great factor in my college education as I want to go back to Pacific University next year but without these scholarships there was a high possibility of transferring as this past year was already tight for my family and me. I hope to get through college with great grades in hopes to make the people who helped me along the way proud. Some plans I have is getting my degree in kinesiology and then using it to get a job back at home on Molokaʻi so that I can give back to my community. Mahalo. | |
Kamalu Kaawa RichardsonScholarship:
Mahalos donors of the Kamehameha Schools Association of Teachers and Parents Moloka'i "'Elua" Scholarship for this amazing opportunity. I greatly appreciate all the help that you are providing to ensure that I have the ability to focus on college and worry a little less about paying for school. I believe college is a great investment for wanting to pursue my field of education and I couldn’t have done this without your help. I will make sure to do my best in school to become as teacher so i ca give back to the community just as you have. | |
Kamauokealoha BeaudetScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Admiral Kihune Scholarship for choosing me as the recipient of these funds. This means so much to me and my family as we worked very hard for many hours to apply for this scholarship. This gift will help me succeed in my college journey and will take stress off of me and my family. I am incredibly thankful for all of you and I can't wait to meet you. | |
Kanaloa TraskScholarship:
Mahalo donors! My family and I are so thankful for your generosity. This gift will ease the stress of finding money to pay for tuition and supplies while in my first year at UH Mānoa. I hope to achieve excellent grades this year and learn a lot, network, and get a solid foundation in business and start my continuing education journey. | |
Kanani WongScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Mary Atherton Richards Scholarship. I am very thankful for this scholarship because it will help me pursue my dream career. It also allows me to be more at ease knowing this will help with the cost of college. I hope to be able to reach my goal this year with the scholarship given. I plan to get my bachelor’s degree in psychology at Grand Canyon University. After I graduate from GCU, I want to attend the University of Hawaiʻi – Hilo to get my masters. I am still undecided but am leaning towards clinical psychology. | |
Kanoe WilsonScholarship:
Mahalo nui loa. I am so humbled and grateful to be a recipient of the Gladys Kamakakuokalani ʻAinoa Brandt Scholarship. This award will help me in my final leg to accomplish my goal of attaining my doctorate degree in education. It is through your generous support that more Native Hawaiians are able to pursue college in order to elevate the consciousness of our lāhui. My hope is to one day have my own non-profit organization to support the efforts of Hawaiian culture-based education in all schools in Hawaiʻi. Mahalo nui loa iā ʻoukou pākahi me ka haʻahaʻa loa. | |
Kanoelani DoddScholarship:
Mahalo donors! As a past recipient, I reflect on the fact that you decided to invest once again in me, and for that, I am truly grateful. Your generosity will help offset the costs of my education. Working towards a master’s degree has provided insight into a depth of knowledge that I otherwise never could have imagined. Because of that, I am interested in pursuing a Ph.D. Ultimately, the goal has always been the same: to return to Hawaiʻi to work as a law enforcement agent. Community involvement has always been central to who I am, and I genuinely am looking forward to being able to give back. Mahalo again! | |
Kapaeloa AkiScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am so thankful for the financial support that you have given me. Your generosity has aided my financial situation in striving for higher education. This gift will allow me to focus on my studies and future aspirations, instead of worrying about the exorbitant cost of college. I aspire to pursue a career in the science field, which will most likely be engineering or computer programming. I look forward to accumulating as much knowledge as I possibly can in order give back to the community in Hawaiʻi and improve the quality of life here with a growth mindset and community conscience. | |
Kapaeloaoka‘ohukea AkiScholarship:
I am sincerely grateful to be a recipient of this scholarship. This has given me the drive and support that I needed to further my dreams, especially in a male-dominated field with little Hawaiian native representation. With this opportunity my financial burdens of pursuing higher education as a full-time student and part-time employee has been greatly eased. Even though I was struggling to make my academic dreams a reality, I will be able to persevere with the encouragement and inspiration that this scholarship gives me. I hope to live up to your expectations and will continue working hard. | |
Kapena GormleyScholarship:
Mahalo generous donors, I appreciate the contribution to my scholarship as well as the opportunity to contribute to the lahui and I will use my time at school to better myself and my community | |
Kapono LiuScholarship:
Thank you to the donors of this scholarship that I have received. I really appreciate your generosity because this is the first scholarship I have received. I also do not have any family that will support me with my financial aid for college. For that reason, I am extremely grateful to those who will provide this opportunity for me. I will put my best effort into the opportunities that have been granted to me. | |
Kapri Tulang-De SilvaScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am so thankful for your generosity. Attending a prestigious university and attaining an advanced degree are aspirations I hold dear to my heart but place financial stress on my family. This award will significantly help to ease that burden. Because of you, I can attain the knowledge and pursue degrees needed to help me give back to communities in Hawaiʻi. After receiving my undergraduate degree, I plan to further my teaching and leadership skills by pursuing a master’s degree in education and a law degree. Ultimately, I would like to pursue a legal career most beneficial to improving education for Hawaiʻi’s youth through reform. Mahalo nui loa for believing in me! | |
Kapri Tulang-De SilvaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Choy-Kee ‘Ohana Scholarship. I am so honored and thankful for your generosity and support in selecting me as a recipient for this scholarship. This award will assist in funding my Juris Doctor education at the William S. Richardson School of Law and help to ease the financial burden that comes with tuition and related costs. Because of your generosity, I will be able to attain the law degree I've dreamed of and help communities that are important to me in my home state. Mahalo nui loa for believing in me and helping me pursue my dream! | |
Kapri Tulang-De SilvaScholarship:
Mahalo William S. Richardson Commemorative Scholarship donors. I am honored and thankful for your generosity and support in selecting me as a scholarship recipient. These awards will assist in funding my education at the William S. Richardson School of Law. Because of your generosity, I can attain the law degree I’ve dreamed of, help communities important to me, and carry out your legacy. Thank you for your commitment to the education and prosperity of Hawaii’s future. Mahalo nui loa for believing in me and helping me pursue my dream! | |
Kare Ann OshiroScholarship:
Aloha donors of the Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Association of Teachers and Parents "Ho'ihi Aku, Hoihi Mai" Scholarship. Thank you for your generous award in furthering my post-high school education. My parents and I can't express how grateful we are for this scholarship. Deciding if I wanted to pursue my collegiate education on the continental U.S. and play volleyball, it was a tough decision for me to make. I didn't want to put a financial burden on my family. With the help of your generous award, I have an opportunity to continue my dreams without hurting my family financially. | |
Karissa Ann HiguchiScholarship:
Aloha and mahalo donors of the William S. Richardson Commemorative Scholarship. I am so grateful for this opportunity you have granted me to aid my financial situation as I take on the start of law school this coming school year. Finances were an enormous stressor when it came to deciding to pursue this career path so I appreciate this more than you can imagine. I promise to make you proud and use it well on my journey in higher education and hopefully a successful career. | |
Karl HansonScholarship:
Mahalo donors of The Hawai'i Island New Knowledge Fund scholarship. I am truly thankful for your generosity. This gift will help me to pay for my tuition as I go into my senior year of my undergraduate program and ease the financial burden placed on my family members that are helping to pay for my education. Mahalo. | |
Karli "Māhie" DeanScholarship:
Aloha nŌ! Mahalo nui loa to the donors of the LeeAnn Delima Scholarship. Your generosity will contribute to my educational career immensely. I am deeply appreciative of this opportunity and I know this is one step in my journey towards giving back to our community. Mahalo nui loa! | |
Karlie Kahalehoe-CadiraoScholarship:
Mahalo donors and representatives of the Patrick L. Hiram - John S. Freitas Scholarship; your generosity has aided me in furthering my college education. My ‘ohana and I are extremely grateful for this award, which will cover two months of my costs of attendance for school. My mom has been primarily funding my education, working very hard as a single mother to not only support me financially but also emotionally. With my being able to attend school for my sophomore year, I hope to continue learning new things and living new experiences. Mahalo again for your generous donation. | |
Kasey AgenaScholarship:
Mahalo to the generous donors of the USS Kamehameha Scholarship! I am deeply appreciative to have been selected for this special award. With this financial assistance, I am given the opportunity to pursue my studies at Saint Martin's University. I hope to become the best version of myself while learning and growing towards becoming a registered nurse, be the change I want to see in the world and care for others as if they were my own family. I hope to make my family, teachers, and community proud! | |
Kash AkitaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Makaloa Scholarsip (UG). I’m very thankful for your generosity. This scholarship will reduce the cost for my parents. It’s a blessing knowing my sister will also be attending college in 2022/2023. I’m set to graduate this next year, and I plan to further my education in an electrical apprentice program to get a journeyman license. Mahalo! | |
Kassidie HayashidaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Richard Lyman, Jr Memorial Grant and Virginia Aulani Rowman Scholarship. I am grateful to have your support in my post-secondary plans and will use your money towards books and expenses. With your support I hope to gain new experiences and build a foundation in which I can learn how to uplift the lāhui. Your generosity is much appreciated, mahalo! | |
Kassie TarpleyScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Gladys Kamakakuokalani 'Ainoa Brandt Scholarship. I am so grateful to have your support during my final year of college. I will be the first in my family to graduate college and cant wait to reach more of my long term goals. Your scholarship is assisting me in affording college while student teaching full time to complete my licensure program! I hope to achieve another year of growth and health ! Mahalo nui loa again!I overall goal with my degree is to return home to Waimea on the Big Island and teach in the same public school that I have attended. Growing up I was always reminded that it is okay to leave home for school as long as you return to Hawaii and give back to your community. Teaching and education the next generations will be my kuleana and return to my community. | |
Katherine Lundgren-AiwohiScholarship:
Mahalo donors! I am humbly honored that I have been selected. This scholarship will help me to obtain my M.S. in Marriage and Family Counseling. The financial burden has lessened and I'm grateful for that. This year I hope to focus more on my studies and gaining more experience. I look forward to the day that I get to be a therapist, educate others about the benefits of therapy, and help families change their lives not only for themselves but the generations to come. Thank you again for the support! | |
Katie AnakaleaScholarship:
Mahalo donors of the Pauahi Scholars Scholarship. I am beyond grateful for your generosity. I am a first-generation college student, and I am the oldest of four children, so being able to attend college is a significant opportunity for my family and I. This scholarship will help me and my ‘ohana make my educational aspirations possible. So again, from the bottom of my heart, thank you very much for selecting me as a recipient of your scholarship. Mahalo! |