Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha (KS) supports the long-term well-being of keiki and ‘ohana while nurturing ‘ōiwi leadership and remaining steadfast in cultivating thriving communities rooted in Hawaiian values and shared impact. Through our Strategic Plan 2030 & Theory of Change, we commit to growing our kaiāola through education toward ea. This commitment reflects Kamehameha’s belief that education is a prerequisite to self-determination and is key to a thriving lāhui. We wish to provide support for our people to exercise the ea necessary for a thriving and self-determined lāhui through community events.

One of the ways that kaiāulu are strengthened is through gatherings that build common experiences and bonds of its people to ʻāina, to one another, and to valued practices that build the welo (traits reflective of an ʻohana or hui) of a kaiāulu.

This event sponsorship funding opportunity seeks to Kūkulu Ea - catalyze community self-determination and agency for communities to celebrate, perpetuate, practice Hawaiian culture relevant to their unique context and character.

We are looking to sponsor events that facilitate:

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• Learning opportunities rich in Hawaiian culture, ʻōlelo, and ʻāina experiences and enhance education opportunities.

• Activities that build connections to each other, ʻāina, ʻohana, kaiāulu and Ke Ea Hawaiʻi.

• Opportunities to mālama places in the kaiāulu.

• Interactions with honored members of the kaiāulu (e.g., loea in a cultural practice or kupa of an area who can share about moʻolelo or practices).

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Organizations may submit requests for up to two (2) distinct events. If more than two requests are submitted, only the first two received will be considered. Proposals must be to host/put on an event, not to receive funding to attend or participate in someone else’s event. Any event receiving other KS funding is not eligible to apply. Incomplete, inaccurate, or late proposals will not be accepted.

All events must be held between January 1 – June 30, 2027. Please see additional information and requirements below.

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If you have any questions, please email kaiaulupartnerships@ksbe.edu.​