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Applications typically posted late Dec/early Jan, due mid-January each legislative session.
Grant-in-Aid Program is a grant from the Hawaii Office of Community Services (OCS) that funds nonprofit organizations and public entities through state legislative appropriations under Chapter 42F of the Hawaii Revised Statutes. Two types are available: Operating grants for program expenses, and Capital Improvement Project (CIP) grants for construction projects.
The Legislature determines award recipients, grant types, amounts, allowable uses, and administering state departments — OCS does not accept applications or participate in the selection process. Organizations seeking awards must direct inquiries to the House Finance Committee and Senate Ways and Means Committee. OCS administers grants assigned Program ID LBR 903 after legislative appropriation.
Award amounts vary based on legislative decisions.
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Grants-in-Aid (GIAs) – Office of Community Services (OCS) Last Updated: August 2025 The following information applies only to GIAs which have been assigned to the Office of Community Services (OCS) Program ID: LBR 903. If your grant was not assigned to OCS, please contact your assigned expending agency for more information. A list of expending agencies with program ID number, may be found here .
The Legislature makes appropriations for GIAs in accordance with Chapter 42F of the Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS). There are two types of grants: Operating and Capital Improvement Project (CIP) grants. Generally, Operating grants are for an organization’s program expenses and CIP grants are for construction projects.
The Legislature decides who is awarded a grant, the type of grant, the award amount, what the funds can be used for, and which state department will administer said award. OCS does not participate in the application process and is unable to assist with any applications. All questions regarding the application process should be directed to the House Finance Committee and the Senate Ways and means Committee.
You may find more information on the Legislature’s website, capitol. hawaii. gov .
Once awarded, appropriations marked with the OCS program code of LBR903 are assigned to OCS for administration. For Grantees who have been awarded a GIA and are assigned to OCS: OCS has developed GIA guidelines for both Operating GIAs and CIP GIAs. The guidelines provide information about the OCS processes utilized to administer the GIAs with our Grantees.
The goal is to provide an overview of the entire GIA process and clarify expectations to ensure that we can work together to fulfill the Legislative intent for the GIAs. OCS reserves the right to change any of the guidelines, forms, or procedures at any time without notice.
Guidelines and Procedures Reimbursement (Request) Instructions for Grantees Interim GIA guidelines eligibility Reimbursement Request: Forms 300 & 310 Video 1: Overview Reimbursement Request: Forms 300 & 310 Video 2: Filling out a report Reimbursement Request: Ledger Hawaii Revised Statutes, Chapter 42F – Grants and Subsidies FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS) Q: Where can I get a GIA application and when is it due?
A: Typically, applications are made available to the public in late December/early January and are posted on the Legislature’s website, capitol. hawaii. gov .
Applications are usually due in mid-January. Please contact the Legislature for more information. Do not contact OCS, as OCS is not involved with the application process and unable to assist with any applications.
The Public Access Room, who assists the public as they engage in the State legislative process, often notifies the public when applications are available, via their newsletter. Learn more about the Public Access Room here . Q: I have questions regarding the application, who do I contact?
A: You should contact the Hawaii State Legislature’s House Finance Committee and the Senate Ways and Means Committee with any questions regarding the application process. OCS is unable assist with any applications. Q: My organization was awarded a GIA.
How do we access the funds? A: In order for a grantee to receive funds they must have a contract with the State. Prior to entering into a contract with the State, there are various steps that must be completed to determine eligibility and for the Governor to release the funds.
Please refer to the guidelines on this website for more information on the overall GIA process or contact your assigned program specialist at OCS. Q: When can my organization start spending money? A: Once you have a contract with the State.
All contracts are on a reimbursement basis only. Any expenses incurred outside of the period of performance are ineligible for reimbursement. Q: My grant wasn’t assigned to OCS, who do I contact?
A: The expending agency assigned to your grant is listed in the bill that authorized the award. A list of expending agencies with program ID number, may be found here. OCS is unable to assist with grants assigned to another agency.
Disclaimer: Material on this website is for informational purposes only, accurate at the time of publication, only applies to grants administered by OCS, and may change without notice. Office of Community Services (OCS) ‘Okú ke fie maʻu tokoni ʻi ha lea fakafonua ʻe taha? Temau kumi haʻo taha fakatonulea taʻetotongi.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations and agencies. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
This listing does not include a published deadline, but it is an annual program. Check the official notice for the current cycle's exact dates.
Grant-in-Aid Program is funded by Hawaii State Legislature. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
Grants-in-Aid (GIAs) is sponsored by Hawaii State Legislature (administered by Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, Office of Community Services). The Hawaii State Legislature makes appropriations for Grants-in-Aid (GIAs) to support various programs and projects. These can be Operating grants for program expenses or Capital Improvement Project (CIP) grants for construction.
Act 310 Nonprofit Grants Program is sponsored by Hawaii State Legislature (administered by Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, Office of Community Services, with administrative support from Aloha United Way). This program, made possible through emergency funding approved by the Hawaiʻi State Legislature, supports nonprofits impacted by changes in federal funding. It helps ensure essential services continue for Hawaiʻi's communities.