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The current open cycle (July–December 2026 projects) has a proposal deadline of May 7, 2026 — today. Applications submitted via HTA's Umeke portal at kilohana.com/umeke.
"Kūkulu Ola Program" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Kūkulu Ola Program is sponsored by Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA). The Kūkulu Ola Program aims to grow the uniqueness and integrity of Native Hawaiian culture and community through genuine experiences for both visitors and residents.
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Kūkulu Ola (Living Hawaiian Culture Program) - Hawaii Tourism Authority Kūkulu Ola (Living Hawaiian Culture Program) Kūkulu Ola (Living Hawaiian Culture Program) The Kūkulu Ola Program supports community-based initiatives that celebrate and preserve Hawaiian culture.
Through this program, the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority (HTA) provides funding to nonprofits, cultural practitioners, and organizations committed to ensuring that Hawaiian traditions, practices, and values are shared and sustained for future generations.
In Fiscal Year 2026, HTA's Kūkulu Ola program invested $980,000 to support 26 community-based organizations statewide to implement cultural projects and programs from July 2025 to June 2026. View the Media Release and list of July 2025 to June 2026 Kūkulu Ola Awardees. HTA has partnered with Kilohana Collective, a division of the Hawaiian Council, to administer the program through ʻUmeke Powered by the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority.
The application period for the July 2026 to December 2026 project cycle for the Kūkulu Ola program opens April 9, 2026 with proposals due by May 7, 2026. Application materials are available at: ʻUmeke Powered by the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority. The application period for the January 2027 to December 2027 project cycle is estimated to open in September 2026.
For more information about this program, contact Dede Howa at 808-973-2265 or via email at [email protected] .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and for-profit businesses supporting community initiatives that preserve and perpetuate Native Hawaiian culture. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $980,000 total across 26 organizations (FY2026). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was May 7, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Kūkulu Ola Program is funded by Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Hawaii. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.