“Like Ke Ali‘i Pauahi, my Tūtū and parents believed education was the ultimate mobile for change. A mana‘o manifested in their generosity and sacrifice to give us the tools we needed to succeed both inside and outside the classroom. In that spirit, by donating to the Pauahi Foundation, I honor their legacy by supporting our next generation of ʻōiwi leaders to e ola in their pursuits.”

Dane Carlson
Strategy Consultant III

“I engage in Workplace Giving because it is an honor and allows me to make a positive impact on others’ lives. As a proud graduate and college scholarship recipient from Kamehameha Schools, I am inspired by Pauahi’s legacy to help others in any way I can, so they too may succeed in their future endeavors.”

Pualani Hao
Director, Planning & Development, ‘Āina Pauahi

“I am deeply grateful to Ke Ali‘i Pauahi for the educational and work opportunities I have received in my lifetime. The support has been instrumental in my personal and professional growth. I am committed to paying it forward by supporting the Pauahi Foundation. By doing so, I hope to help others benefit as I have. My contributions aim to honor Ke Ali‘i Pauahi’s legacy and create a brighter future for our lāhui.”

Kāneali‘i Ng-Osorio
Enterprise Portfolio Management and Business Analysis

“Everyone gives (or not) for different reasons. For me, my “why I give to Pauahi Foundation” every year since I began working for KS 16 years ago is simple, It’s MY Kuleana! Many years ago, I graduated from Pahoa High school and was a recipient of a Pauahi Foundation post high scholarship (it was a different name back then). I eventually became the first in my ‘ohana to go to college and attain my bachelor’s degree. This experience provided me with the knowledge to “normalize” the conversation and expectations of college with my own children. It was such an important discussion with my own girls as they grew up that they just knew college was the next step after high school.

Someone believed in me when I was in high school and gave me a chance to attend college despite the adversities that I grew up with. Because of that chance, I can say that today I’m a proud mama of two college graduates (BSN & MSRN). I continue to give because I believe in the potential of our ōpio and if we want to strengthen and grow our lāhui we need to provide them with the tools to be successful. For many, the discussion of college in their household or at the dinner table is non-existent. This is just a small part of my kuleana to support and ensure for a thriving lāhui now and into the future! If it's not you or I, then who?”

Nikki Iwata
Kula Ha‘aha‘a ‘Ohana and Student Activities Coordinator, Hawai‘i

“I give to the Pauahi Foundation because I feel it is my kuleana. I have been blessed by Pauahi, therefore I will try my best to bless others. When our ‘ōpio can obtain college degrees, it helps our lāhui.”

Valerie Amby-Kamakeeaina
Nā Kula Kamali‘i ‘O Kamehameha Kumu

“As an alumna of Kamehameha Schools, it was instilled at an early age that the work of caring for our lāhui was required of me, and I’m overjoyed at the opportunity to give back as a pua a Pauahi. I am #foreverindebtedtoher!”

Nohea Walker
Kamehameha Schools Kapālama
Dean of Student Well-Being

“I am grateful to have been a scholarship recipient in my youth that afforded me the education which led to my life pathway as a kumu. My keiki have also been beneficiaries of Pauahi Foundation scholarships, too. As a donor, I am paying forward for these blessings.”

Hau‘oli Akaka
Cultural Consultant, Hoʻokahua – Cultural Vibrancy

“I believe education is a powerful tool that can continue to improve the trajectory of our lāhui. Nā Kula Kamali‘i and other early learning providers offer keiki a great foundation in learning.  Investing in the Pauahi Foundation is my small way of helping others access early learning and other educational opportunities.”

Gabe Nae‘ole
Nā Kula Kamali‘i ‘O Kamehameha Operations Director

“When asked, ‘Why do I give to the Pauahi Foundation,’ my answer is pretty simple: ‘Why wouldn’t I give?’ As a graduate, employee, and alumni-parent, I am so grateful for the opportunities provided by Ke Ali‘i Pauahi. As an ‘ohana it is our honor and kuleana to kōkua and ensure future generations have the opportunities we’ve had.”

Day Mau
Kamehameha Schools Resource Centers Coordinator, O‘ahu Windard Mall Support Services

“I am so grateful for your generosity and continued support of scholars like me 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.”

Jiselle Maglinti
Hōkū Welowelo Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi Scholarship
Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi Parent Teacher Organization Scholarship

“Mahalo - 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.”

Ciana-Lei Bence
Hōkū Welowelo Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi Scholarship
Denis Wong & Associates Scholarship

“Because of your generosity, you helped me make my dream come true, of getting a higher education. Being a single mom and a being a caregiver is hard at times. I really thought I was going to have to give up my college dream because there was no way I would be able to afford to pay for college and take care of my family. I didn’t have to give up on my dream because of you selecting me as a recipient. I am now able to be a Ph.D. student.”

NalehuaʻO Puna Donlin
Kamehameha Schools Class of 1972 Scholarship
Joseph Nāwahī Scholarship
Gladys Kamakakūokalani ʻAinoa Brandt Scholarship

“I have been dreaming about attending a great school like Stanford for as long as I can remember. With your generosity, I am now able to attend Stanford without posing a financial burden to me or my family. I will never forget how much Kamehameha and the rest of the lāhui has given me and I promise to capitalize on the opportunity so I can one day inspire future generations of young bright Hawaiians.”

Koa Chang
Reuben Lee Kwai Brandt Scholarship
DeWitt Wallace Scholarship
Frank & Ruth Midkiff Scholarship
Pauahi Scholars

“Mahalo donors of the Ka Lei o Kaiona scholarship for your generosity, I am sincerely honored to have been picked as a recipient. This will help me pursue and further my education at the California State University Maritime Academy in the Marine Transportation program.”

Ty Simpson-Kane
Kamehameha Schools Class of 1967 “Ka Lei o Kaiona” Scholarship

“I am very thankful for your generosity and help in funding my college plans. It means a lot to have your scholarship, because my family is already paying a large amount for my sister’s college tuition. When I am in college, I hope to join internships in the natural sciences field and discover what I would like to do as a profession.”

Braden Wong
Bernice Leinani Kuakini Ahlo and Henry Keanu Ahlo Scholarship
Paʻupena 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 me. Giving back to my lāhui is one of my main goals and to also perpetuate and cultivate our native practices and traditions. By receiving this degree I will be able to use what I have learned throughout 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. 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!”

Hi‘ilei Hanohano
Charles Cockett ‘Ohana 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. With this scholarship, I feel encouraged and motivated to continue my efforts to give back to my community. 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.”

Jacob Garcia
Lee Ann DeLima Scholarship