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Avg. Amount Awarded
64
Days
February 28 2025
Application Deadline
N/A
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Elena Albano Maka'alohilohi Scholarship Fund

Description

The Elena Albano Maka'alohilohi" Scholarship Fund was created by a Maui family in honor of their ancestor, who was "a beacon of hope for individuals striving to shine." This scholarship is awarded to adults, in recovery from a mental health, behavioral or psychological disability, who are pursuing a traditional or vocational education program. Applicants must attend an accredited, two- or four-year college or university or pursue a vocational training program at an accredited institution. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation from mentors, teachers, counselors, or other mental health professionals. Preference will be given to students of Hawaiian ancestry; and recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year and continue to meet the eligibility requirements and are in good academic standing. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Hawai'i Community Foundation for more information.

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust attend a university, a four-year college, two-year college or a vocational-tech school
  • CheckmarkMinimum 2.5 GPA
  • CheckmarkRestricted by race for American Indian/Alaska Native students
  • CheckmarkMust not be attending high school currently
  • CheckmarkRestricted to residents of Hawaii

How to Apply

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