Support Hawai'i People's Fund ✊

Aloha Community,

This year, I've had the immense honor of serving as a new Board member for Hawaiʻi People's Fund (HPF), a non-profit whose work supports Hawaiʻi-based grassroots organizations challenging systems of oppression.

As an Indigenous Native Hawaiian leader who was born and raised in Hawai'i, this organization's mission & vision in sustaining's Hawai'i future is near & dear in my heart.

We want to continue expanding our efforts to shift funds into community groups working to not only meet people's direct needs, but also fundamentally transform Hawaiʻi into a more just and robust landscape – whether through language and cultural continuance, establishing energy sovereignty, helping ʻohana keep their ancestral lands, or numerous other vital projects.

Any donation, now matter the size, is greatly appreciated – our collective commitment and contributions is what makes this work and the promise of better futures possible.

Mahalo nui loa for your support, and join me in supporting social change in Hawaiʻi.

With gratitude,

Sage (Ke'alohi)

FAQs:

Why HPF is amazing?

HPF supports, funds, and amplifies Hawaiʻi-based grassroots organizations working for social justice in Hawai‘i.

• All of HPF’s grantees are (1) community-focused, (2) constituent-led, and (3) support long term change.
• Of the 33 current grantees, 100% are grassroots (groups that are of the community and serve the community) and 83% are Kānaka Maoli-led (Native Hawaiian-led).
• Most of these nonprofits and groups are so small they can’t access mainstream funding sources. Their work is driven by passion and kuleana, and often goes unpaid.
• HPF has an Activist-Advised Grantmaking approach, meaning they involve community activists and leaders in philanthropic decision-making, ensuring those who spend their lives on the front lines share power in the grantmaking process.
• Their broad vision is to support all huis working towards justice in Hawai’i regardless of ethnicity, but believe that the conversation and work begins with indigenous justice.

Why I’m doing this?

I believe that we cannot ignore the disparities that exist in Hawai’i as a result of our distressing history. And I believe that in supporting solutions, it is critical to lift up those who are leading from within the most affected communities.

Can’t donate right now?

If you are not in a position to donate money, you can sign up for HPF’s emails, follow HPF on Facebook or Instagram, and/or check out their website to learn more about HPF’s grassroots partners through their Hawai’i Rising podcast and other resources.