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HŌʻIHI Grant Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of the Interior - Office of Native Hawaiian Relations (ONHR). The HŌʻIHI Grant Program provides competitive funding to strengthen Native Hawaiian Community–led tourism and stewardship initiatives. While not exclusively animal welfare, projects focused on natural resource stewardship and cultural preservation, which could include aspects of animal welfare, may be relevant.
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HŌʻIHI FY2026 Grant Application Information | U.S. Department of the Interior About the Office of Native Hawaiian Relations Native Hawaiian Community Guide to Programs & Services Interagency Working Group National Parks and Refuges in Hawaiʻi US History with Native Hawaiian Community Self-Identification & Self-Determination Procedures for Reestablishing a Formal Government-to-Government Relationship with the Native Hawaiian Community Relevant Statutes, Regulations, & Reports Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) Notification List Consultation w/ Native Hawaiian Community Purpose of Standard Operating Procedure Historical Context & Cultural Understanding Seven Steps to Consultation Frequently Asked Questions Hawaiian Home Lands Trust Hawaiian Homes Commission Act Regulations (DOI oversight) Proposed & Enacted HHCA Amendments Settlement of Federal Claims 109 Stat.
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4351 et seq. , grounded in the Hawaiian value of hōʻihi – to treat with reverence and respect. Through this ethic, visitors are welcomed not merely as tourists, but as guests who share in the kuleana (responsibility) to care for Hawaiʻi’s natural and cultural resources.
In advancing this model of culturally grounded tourism, HŌʻIHI seeks to strengthen Native Hawaiian organizations’ capacity to steward and share traditional knowledge in ways that create jobs, elevate living standards, and expand economic opportunity.
Kākoʻo ʻŌiwi in Heʻeia, Oʻahu received a HŌʻIHI award in FY2023 to enhance kalo farmer coordination across the paeʻāina and to assist in exposing community and visitors alike to traditional farming practices.
PC: Sean Marrs Fiscal Year 2026 Priorities For fiscal year 2026, ONHR will fulfill the core principles of the HOIHI Program by providing grant funding to successful NHO applicants who meet the criteria for one or more of the following priorities: Enhance the entrepreneurial capacity of the NHC by developing business opportunities in the visitor industry, providing business development training, or stimulating economic activity; Uplift, perpetuate, and in some cases revive, traditional Hawaiian practices (e.g., olelo Hawaii, kapa making, lauhala and kaula weaving, hula, amongst many others, including lesser-known practices) by creating opportunities for demonstrations, visitor education on history, usage, and protocols, or hands-on visitor participation experiences in the cultural practice; Undertake related activities with visitors that convey respect and reaffirm the principle of reciprocation to the place, resources, and traditional knowledge holders and practitioners; AND/OR Support the maintenance, enhancement, and protection of Hawaii’s natural resources, wahi kupuna (ancestral places), and wahi pana (sacred sites) at areas impacted by tourism while enhancing visitor services to promote respect and reciprocity.
In accordance with Administration Priorities, applicants must also demonstrate projects support the implementation or intent of one or more of the following. Additional information on alignment can be found here. Please contact ONHR directly for additional guidance or questions on this requirement.
E. O. 14308 : Empowering Commonsense Wildfire Prevention and Response; E.
O. 14225 : Immediate Expansion of American Timber Production; E. O.
14276 : Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness; E. O. 14212 : Make America Healthy Again Commission; E.
O. 14313 : Establishing the President's Make America Beautiful Again Commission; America 250: Events celebrating the array of unique cultural heritage in America; S. O.
3491 : Delivering Emergency Price Relief for American Families and Defeating the Cost-of-Living Crisis; S. O. 3434 : Strengthening Coordination with Gateway Communities; S.
O. 3435 : Implementation of the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experience Act; National Agriculture Day, 2025 Proclamation ; and National Small Business Week, 2025 Proclamation . The FY2026 Hōʻihi Grant Application is now CLOSED.
Grant awards will range from $75,000 to $200,000 and can be utilized for up to 3 years from the date of award.
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Additionally, applicants must meet the definition of and criteria for a “Native Hawaiian Organization” as defined in the NATIVE Act, 130 STAT.
847, Section 3(3), codified at 25 U.S.C. §4352(3). Criteria include: A nonprofit organization; that serves the interests of Native Hawaiians; in which Native Hawaiians serve in substantive and policymaking positions; and that is recognized for having expertise in Native Hawaiian culture and heritage, including tourism.
All applicants will be required to have an active registration with SAM. gov . The registration process can take several weeks to months to finalize.
If your organization does not already have an active registration, begin the registration process as soon as possible. Visit the Notice of Funding or SAM. gov for more information.
*Registration is free. Please be aware of scam websites requiring registration payment. ONHR hosted a video conference on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 to discuss the HŌʻIHI Grant Program and application process for FY 2026.
Unfortunately, a recording of the discussion is not available; however please see the presentation and questions from that day, below. FY 2026 Pre-Proposal Meeting Powerpoint Frequently Asked Questions Please contact us through hawaiian@ios. doi.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Native Hawaiian Organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1.2 million (total program amount in FY 2026). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
HŌʻIHI Grant Program is funded by U.S. Department of the Interior - Office of Native Hawaiian Relations (ONHR). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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