Kamehameha Schools Alumni Association West Hawai'i Region, E Nowelo Aku in memory of William James
Pauahi Foundation · Varies · Deadline: November 30, 2026
Who qualifies
Must be a resident of West Hawai`i (defined by region zip code Pu'uanahulu to Ocean View, West Hawai'i including Pu'uanahulu to Kailua-Kona - 96740 or 96745, Keauhou - 96739, Holualoa - 96725, Kealakekua - 96750, Captain Cook-Ocean View - 96704); Demonstrate intent to return to the West Hawai`i area to service the community; Undergraduate student attending a two-year or four-year accredited institution or vocational school
Residency: Hawaii Island only
How to win it
Show that you are genuinely rooted in the West Hawai'i community by clearly confirming your qualifying zip code and expressing a concrete, heartfelt plan to return and serve the area after your studies. Highlight any community involvement or goals that connect directly to West Hawai'i, since demonstrating that intent to give back is a key part of what this scholarship looks for. Whether you are heading to a two-year college, four-year university, or vocational school, make sure your application reflects both your local ties and your commitment to making a difference back home.