Pauahi Foundation Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by Pauahi Foundation
The Pauahi Foundation invests in haumāna throughout their educational journeys, nurturing empowered ‘ōiwi leaders who will help shape the future of Hawai‘i. Overview - Applicants may apply to any or all scholarship opportunities administered by the Pauahi Foundation. Use the filters on our listings to narrow results by eligibility, and you may download a PDF copy of scholarships that apply to you. - Each Pauahi Foundation scholarship has distinct eligibility criteria and requirements. Carefully review the individual scholarship descriptions before applying. Eligibility - Completing the Pauahi Foundation application allows consideration for multiple scholarship awards; applicants are encouraged to submit a single application to be reviewed for all applicable scholarships. - Specific scholarships may include additional or different eligibility rules—refer to each scholarship’s listing for details. Required documents (must be submitted by the deadline) All applicants must turn in the following items no later than the program deadline and time: - Online application - Personal statement - List of extracurricular and community service activities - One letter of recommendation — required only for current high school seniors who attend Kamehameha Schools Note: Some scholarships may request extra documentation such as additional letters of recommendation, scholarship-specific essays, portfolios, or financial paperwork. If an individual scholarship lists additional requirements, those must also be submitted. 2026–2027 Application timeline and deadline - Welcome to the 2026–2027 Pauahi Foundation Scholarship Application. We are pleased to offer multiple scholarship opportunities to eligible members of our community. - All parts of the Pauahi Foundation application and any required supplemental materials must be completed and submitted by November 30, 2025. Applications that do not follow instructions or miss deadlines will not be considered. Before you begin — technical and process guidance - We recommend completing the application on a laptop or desktop using the latest versions of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. Please avoid using mobile devices and Apple Safari. - The application system will time out after 20 minutes of inactivity. Save your progress at the end of each section by clicking ‘SAVE’ and continue saving until you are ready to click ‘SUBMIT.’ - Prepare your personal statement answers in advance so you can copy and paste them into the online form. Some scholarships require additional essays—check the scholarship listing for those details. - If your scholarship requires a Letter of Recommendation, notify your recommender well in advance to allow time for submission before the November 30, 2025 deadline. Ask them to check spam or junk folders for messages from Pauahi Foundation Scholarships. Other important notes - Depending on which scholarship funds you select, additional documents may be requested by Pauahi Foundation. - Pauahi Foundation reserves full discretion in decision-making; all selection and award decisions are final.
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