2020-2021 National and Local Scholarship​
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Due Date/Time	​March 07, 2021     4:30pm
Name of Scholarship	Konawaena Foundation -  Col. Ellison S. Onizuka Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility	Graduating senior at Konawaena High School GPA of 3.5 or higher Acceptance into an accredited institution of higher learning, community college or 4 year college or university Financial need
​Requirements	​See application for list of requirements​
Application Link	www.konawaenafoundation.org/scholarships.html

Due Date/Time	March 07, 2021     4:30pm
Name of Scholarship	Konawaena Foundation - Sandra Taosaka Future Teacher Scholarship
Eligibility	Graduating senior at Konawaena High School Acceptance into an accredited institution of higher learning, community college, or 4 year college or university, and in a program seeking a teaching degree Financial need
Requirements	See application for list of requirements​
Application Link	​www.konawaenafoundation.org/scholarships.html

Due Date/Time	March 08, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union Scholarships
About	Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union is proud to offer eight $3,000 scholarships. For 35 years we have awarded these scholarships to well deserving students who are ready to go out into the world and continue their education Albert Akana Scholarship Frank Ishii Scholarship John Y Iwane Scholarship *1 Katsumasa Tomita Scholarship Michael Asam Scholarship *2 Mitsugi Inaba Scholarship Peter Hirata Scholarship Yasunori Deguchi Scholarship *3 ​​​*1 Recipient must be planning to study in an agriculture-related field. *2 Recipient must be an active Student Credit Union personnel or volunteer. *3 Recipient must be a post-graduate from an Island of Hawaii high school.
Eligibility	Graduating senior or post graduate from an Island of Hawaii high school. Plan to attend a post secondary community college with a minimum two-year curriculum or ofur-year college during next school year
Application Link	www.hicommfcu.com/scholarships

Due Date/Time	March 12, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Filipino Women's League Scholarships
Eligibility	Current senior attending a high school in Hawaii Be applying to Hawaii Apply to a 2 or 4-year college or university full-time Be of Filipino ancestry GPA of 3.7 and above Community Service
Application Link	Must apply on Scholars App:      scholarsapp.com/

Due Date/Time	March 19, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Kona Japanese Civic Association
About	The Kona Japanese Civic Association was organized in order to support activities that relate to the Japanese culture in Kona.​  One of the objectives of the Kona Japanese Civic Association is to preserve the unique legacy of the many contributions of persons of Japanese ancestry to the Kona community. It is also our objective to support cultural and educational programs that promote awareness of the Japanese culture. We hope that by offering these scholarships we bring awareness of the legacy of the Japanese in Kona.
Eligibility/Requirements	Essay (see application for topic) Picture Accepted into an accredited institution of higher learning; community college, college or university Promote the Japanese culture
Application Link	konajapanesecivicassociation.org/

Due Date/Time	March 31, 2021
Name of Scholarship	The Panthera Edge Konawaena Scholarship​
Eligibility	High school senior at Konawaena Accepted and committed to a 4 year college/university in Hawaii or the Mainland It is REQUIRED that the student be enrolled and begin classes in Fall 2021, ie. NO GAP year Pursue a bachelor's degree Answer simple question - financial assistance is needed for tuition, Y or N Ability to demonstrate pursuit of excellence in sholastics, character, extracurricular, and personal life Impress the Selection Committee with your Essay in 2,000-2,500 words Submit complete application/essay no later than March 31st (NO EXCEPTIONS)​
Requirement	Must submit one copy by email to Panthera Edge and one copy to Mr. Nakayama or Ms. Awa
Application Link	www.pantheraedge.org/the-panthera-edge-kona-scholarship

Due Date/Time	March 31, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Hui Okinawa Scholarship
About	Hui Okinawa, a non-profit organization, is organized to promote, preserve and perpetuate the Okinawan culture
Eligibility	​A graduating Hawaii high school senior or received a GED from the State of Hawaii DOE, who will be attending an accredited two or four year College in the Fall or 2021.  Past high school graduates who will be attending college for the first time in Fall 2021 is also eligible to apply.
Requirements	Applicant or applicant's parent/guardian must be a current resident of the County of Hawaii A list of involvement and contact with Okinawan culture School and Community service Certified copy of high school transcript with SAT and/or ACT score Two essays One letter of recommendation
Application Link	drive.google.com/file/d/1ak2z5rySS6j1a6VvBCYSoNvI1nBKA6tx/view?usp=sharing

Due Date/Time	March 31, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Jack and Otome Miyashiro Scholarship
Eligibility	​A graduating Hawaii high school senior or received a GED from the State of Hawaii DOE, who will be attending an accredited two or four year College in the Fall or 2021.  Past high school graduates who will be attending college for the first time in Fall 2021 is also eligible to apply.
Requirements	The applicant or applicant's parent/legal guardian must be a current resident of the County of Hawaii Two essays Two letters of recommendation Certified copy of high school transcript including SAT and/or ACT test scores List of Involvement and contact with Okinawan Culture Photograph - Head shot
Application Link	drive.google.com/file/d/1mmDIxm3E5gBOzGecYiB7ilS7VE8vCzuH/view?usp=sharing

Due Date/Time	March 31, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Hawaii Association of Public Accountants (HAPA) Scholarship   -Baccalaureate (4-year) Degree Candidate
Eligibility	​ Be pursuing a career in accounting. Be enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college or university in the 2021-2022 academic year. (Part-time students will be considered if they provide a written statement on the circumstances preventing them from being full-time students.) Have a satisfactory academic record. Be a Big Island high school graduate (or will be graduating in May 2021), OR will be attending the University of Hawaii at Hilo in the 2021-2022 academic year (applicants who will be attending the University of Hawaii at Hilo may be graduates from any high school, not necessarily those located on the Big Island). ​
​Application Link	hapacpe.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021_hii_bs_scholarship.pdf

Due Date/Time	March 31, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Hawaii Association of Public Accountants (HAPA) Scholarship   -Associates (2-year) Degree Candidate
Eligibility	​Be pursuing a career in accounting. Be enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited community college in the 2021-2022 academic year. (Part-time students will be considered if they provide a written statement on the circumstances preventing them from being full-time students.) Have a satisfactory academic record. Be a Big Island high school graduate (or will be graduating in May 2021), OR will be attending Hawaii Community College in the 2021-2022 academic year (applicants who will be attending Hawaii Community College may be graduates from any high school, not necessarily those located on the Big Island).
Application Link	hapacpe.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021_hii_aa_scholarship.pdf

Due Date/Time	April 01, 2021
Name of Scholarship	​G70 Foundation Scholarship & Mentorship
About	​This scholarship, hosted by the G70 Foundation, provides a multi-year tuition scholarship + internship for Hawaii High School seniors majoring in Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering or Planning. Their goal is to assist qualified students until the completion of their degree through scholarship assistance and summer internship opportunities. Founded in 1971, G70 is Hawaii’s leading multi-disciplinary design firm. The firm provides leading-edge creativity for projects in hospitality, commercial office and mixed use, multi-family housing, education, financial, healthcare and planned communities sectors. G70’s commitment to sustainable practices garnered a 2014 Pacific Business News inaugural "Best in Sustainability" award and is reflected in its varied collection of LEED-certified, net-zero, and HI-CHPS-certified (Hawaii Collaborative for High Performing Schools) projects.
Eligibility/Requirements	Hawaii High School Senior graduating in 2021 Be accepted into a College or University offering Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering or Planning or pathway to achieving degrees in these majors Plan to study in the field of Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering or City Planning / Urban Studies Leader in your school or community Demonstrate financial need Minimum GPA 3.0
Application Link	Must apply on Scholars App:      scholarsapp.com/

Due Date/Time	April 01, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Harriet Bouslog Labor Scholarship
About	The Harriet Bouslog Labor Scholarship was established to demonstrate support for, as well as to commemorate the historic achievements of, the ILWU and encourage greater awareness and understanding among young people about the ILWU’s economic, social, and political contributions to Hawaii. The Scholarship provides college opportunities for children and/or relatives of ILWU Local 142 members whose struggles made Hawaii the multi-cultural, multi-ethnic community it is today. The Scholarship is open to the family members of existing and retired ILWU 142 members.
Eligibility	Be related to a current, retired or deceased member of ILWU Local 142, or a current member themself Attend or planning to attend a College in the University of Hawaii system on a full time basis.  This includes:  Four-year schools: UH Manoa, UH Hilo, UH West Oahu Community colleges: Hawaii, Honolulu, Kapiolani, Kauai, Leeward, Maui College, Windward. High school senior or undergraduate freshman Community service
​Application Link	​Must apply on Scholars App:      scholarsapp.com/

Due Date/Time	April 1, 2021
Name of Scholarship	American Association of University Women (AAUW) - Kona Branch
About	Founded in 1881, the American Association of University Women (AAUW) is the oldest and largest women's organization in the country.  AAUW promotes equity for women, education and self development over the life span, and positive societal change.
Eligibility / Requirements	Female Financial Need  Resume highlighting high school and community involvement as well as any employment experience High school Transcript Essay (see application for info) Printed copy of your FAFSA Two letters of recommendation
Application Link	Application information: kona-hi.aauw.net/files/2021/02/AAUW-Scholarship-Application-Information-Sheet-2020.doc Application: ​kona-hi.aauw.net/files/2021/02/AAUW-Application-Form-2000.doc

Due Date/Time	April 1, 2021
Name of Scholarship	American Association of University Women (AAUW) - Kona Branch HCC Palamanui Scholarship
About	​Founded in 1881, the American Association of University Women (AAUW) is the oldest and largest women's organization in the country.  AAUW promotes equity for women, education and self development over the life span, and positive societal change.
​Eligibility / Requirements	Female interested in a 2 year degree or vocational program at Palamanui Financial Need  Resume highlighting high school and community involvement as well as any employment experience High school Transcript Essay (see application for info) Printed copy of your FAFSA Two letters of recommendation​
Application Link	Application information: kona-hi.aauw.net/files/2021/02/AAUW-Scholarship-Appl-Palamanui-Sheet-2020.doc ​Application: ​kona-hi.aauw.net/files/2021/02/AAUW-Application-Form-Palamanui-1000.doc​

Due Date/Time	April 1, 2021
Name of Scholarship	International Society for Key Women Educators Delta Kappa Gamma
About	Mission:  To promote professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education Vision:  Leading women educators impacting education worldwide
Eligibility/Requirement	Graduating senior from a public high school in West Hawaii GPA 3.0 or higher Accepted into an accredited institution of higher learning, community college, or a 4 year college or university with the intent to pursue a degree in education Unofficial Qtr 3 high school transcript Two letter of recommendations Personal statement
Application Link	​

Due Date/Time	April 2, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Lions Club of Kona   Scholarship Award $500
Eligibility	Konawaena graduating senior or an alumnus of two years Plan to complete a two-year degree or certificate program.  Student may be enroll part time. Extra curricular activities in school and community Attach a summary or photocopy of your activities both in and out of school Inclusive only to activities from grades 9-12  Copy of your transcript or other records of school performance if not a senior
Selection Criteria	30% = Academic Record & Future Goal Statement 30% = School & Extra Curricular Activities 40% = Career Goals & Educational Plans
Application Link	e-clubhouse.org/sites/konahi/projects.php

Due Date/Time	April 02, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Lions Club of Kona ​Scholarship Award $1000
Eligibility	Konawaena graduating senior Extra curricular activities in school and community Attach a summary or photocopy of your activities both in and out of school Inclusive only to activities from grades 9-12 Copy of your transcript
Selection Criteria	30% = Academic Record & Future Goal Statement 40% = School & Extra Curricular Activities 30% = Career Goals & Educational Plans
Application Link	e-clubhouse.org/sites/konahi/projects.php

Due Date/Time	April 02, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Lions Club of Kona ​Community Service Scholarship Award $1000
Eligibility	Konawaena graduating senior Extra curricular activities in school and community Attach a summary or photocopy of your activities both in and out of school Inclusive only to activities from grades 9-12 Copy of your transcript
Selection Criteria	25% = Academic Record & Future Goal Statement 50% = School, Community, & Extra Curricular Activities 25% = Career Goals & Educational Plans
Application Link	e-clubhouse.org/sites/konahi/projects.php​

Due Date/Time	April 2, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Lions Club of Kona Lion Ralph U. Fukumitsu Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility	Konawaena graduating senior Extra curricular activities in school and community Attach a summary or photocopy of your activities both in and out of school Inclusive only to activities from grades 9-12 Copy of your transcript
Selection Criteria	​30% = Academic Record & Future Goal Statement 40% = School, Community, & Extra Curricular Activities 30% = Career Goals & Educational Plans
Application Link	e-clubhouse.org/sites/konahi/projects.php

Due Date/Time	April 2, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Lions Club of Kona Rose Elfman Ross Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility	​Konawaena graduating senior Extra curricular activities in school and community Attach a summary or photocopy of your activities both in and out of school Inclusive only to activities from grades 9-12 Copy of your transcript
Selection Criteria	30% = Academic Record & Future Goal Statement 40% = School & Extra Curricular Activities (Community, church, artistic involvement) 30% = Career Goals & Educational Plans
Application Link	e-clubhouse.org/sites/konahi/projects.php

Due Date/Time	April 10, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Rotary Club of Kona Community Foundation Hawaii Community College - Palamanui
Eligibility	High school senior planning to enroll at Palamanui Brief statement Two letter of recommendations
​Selection Criteria	Financial need  Plans for post education employment Current or planned employment / internship Academic achievement
Application Link	​clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000006153/en-ca/files/homepage/scholarship---palamanui/2021-Scholarship-Application---Hawaii-CC-West-Hawaii.pdf

Due Date/Time	April 10, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Rotary Club of Kona Community Foundation James Lightner Scholarship
Eligibility	Community minded individual with a sincere desire to attend an accredited post-secondary institution ie: college, university, community college, vocational or trade school Short essay Two letter of recommendations Official transcript
Selection Criteria	Scholastic and academic achievement Leadership, personal involvement on campus Community service and activities Extracurricular activities, employment experience Financial need
Application Link	clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000006153/en-ca/files/homepage/scholarship---lightner/Lightner-21-application.pdf

Due Date/Time	April 10, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Rotary Club of Kona Community Foundation Jim and Sis Bedingfield Scholarship
Eligibility	Community minded individual with a sincere desire to attend an accredited post-secondary institution ie: college, university, community college, vocational or trade school Short essay Two letter of recommendations Official transcript
Selection Criteria	Scholastic and academic achievement Leadership, personalinvolvement on campus Community service and activities Extracurricular activities, employment experience Financial Need
Application Link	clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000006153/en-ca/files/homepage/scholarship-app---bedingfield/Bedingfield-21-application.pdf

Due Date/Time	April 10, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Rotary Club of Kona Community Foundation Ken and Marge Clewett Scholarship
Eligibility	Looking for an  individual that has placed an emphasis on community service with a sincere desire to attend an accredited post-secondary institution ie: college, university, community college, vocational or trade school Short essay Two letter of recommendations Official transcript
Selection Criteria	Community service and activities Scholastic and academic achievement Leadership, personalinvolvement on campus Extracurricular activities, employment experience Financial Need
Application Link	clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000006153/en-ca/files/homepage/scholarship-app---clewett/Clewett-2021-Application.pdf

Due Date/Time	April 10, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Rotary Club of Kona Community Foundation Ron & Kathy Hawkes Vocational Scholarship
Eligibility	Community minded individual with a sincere desire to attend an accredited vocational/trade school   Short essay Two letter of recommendations Official transcript
Selection Criteria	High school grades or employment experience related to chosen field of study.  For example: grades in auto mechanics for those entering that field or business courses for those aspiring to be secretaries, etc Volunteer work and extra curricular activities including leadership role and honors in areas related to the chosen field.  Example:  students interested in the health field might volunteer in a hospital
Application Link	clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000006153/en-ca/files/homepage/scholarship-app---hawkes/Hawkes-21-Application.pdf

Due Date/Time	April 12, 2021
Name of Scholarship	100th Infantry Battalion Legacy Organization & Frances Okazaki Memorial Scholarship
About	​Our vision is to perpetuate the legacy for “continuing service” of the 100th Infantry Battalion veterans.  We are charged to ensure the perpetuity of the World War II Nisei veterans’ legacy through a commitment to community service, education and outreach.
Eligibility / Requirements	Official transcript (2) letters of recommendation Essay See application for additional requirements and instructions
Application Link	100thlegacy.org/media/pdf/100thScholarshipApplication2021.pdf

Due Date/Time	April 16, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Ho'omau Foundation Scholarship
About	Ho'omau Foundation's mission is to provide scholarships, mentorship, and networking opportunities to Pacific Islander students who are active in the Pacific Islander community.  By combining the support for academic success and perpetuation of our culture, the foundation will help recipients succeed in their endeavors while maintaining and growing their cultural ties and identity.
Eligibility / Requirements	Must be Pacific Islander descent as defined by the US Census Actively engaged in a Pacific Islander club or class learning or teaching native language, dance, music, or outreach for a Pacific Islander program Legally reside in the US and must be a US citizen Must enroll as a full-time student at an accredited two or four year university in the United States Two letters of recommendation Minimum GPA 2.5 Willing to promote Ho'omau Foundation's mission through social sharing, speaking engagements or any other forms that will expand their presence
Application Link	scholarsapp.com/scholarship/ho-omau-scholarship

Due Date/Time	April  30, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Elizabeth Louise Ramsey Memorial Scholarship
About	This scholarship has been established in loving memory of Elizabeth, beloved daughter or Carl and Deborah, graduate of Konawaena High School and West Hawaii Explorations Academy.  It provides deserving students a head start in their college careers, and is intended to further the ideals that representated Elizabeth's deepest beliefs.
Eligibility / Requirements	Graduating students of Konawaena High School or West Hawaii Explorations Academy Must be accepted into a 4 year college or university Essay Two letter of recommendations
Application Link	​

Due Date/Time	May 1, 2021
Name of Scholarship	The "Dutch Schuman" Big Island Paniolo Scholarship Fund
About	This scholarship was created in memory of Gustav "Dutch" Schuman, the 3rd generation leader of Schuman Carriage Co; owner of the SC Ranch, Paauilo, Hawaii; and former Hawaiian Homes Lands commissioner.  Throughout his life, Dutch's true passion was with horses and cattle.  While he was a successful businessman, he was a cowboy at heart.  He loved every aspect of ranching, and took particular interest in encouraging younger generations to pursue their interest in animal husbandry.  This scholarship fund is dedicated to preserve Dutch's legacy and to acknowledge his numerous contributions to the people of Hawii
Eligibility/Requirements	Attend an accredited two or four year college/university Must be raised on the Big Island of Hawaii Background in ranching, cattle and or horses Open to only Big Island high school seniors
Application	Please write to:  dutchschuman@outlook.com to obtain the application

Due Date/Time	May 15, 2021
Name of Scholarship	American Culinary Federation Kona Kohala Chefs Association Discovery Scholarship
About	The ACF Kona Kohala Chefs Association are industry leaders committed to culinary development and education within our membership and throughout the community.  Its purpose is to provide financial assistance to first time attendees of Hawaii Community College -Palamanui's Culinary Arts Program
Eligibility / Requirements	First time  Culinary Arts major at Hawaii Community College - Palamanui GPA 2.5 Official transcript Essay List of culinary-related extracurricular/community involvement Two letters of recommendation
Application Link	www.konakohalachefs.org/resources/documents/ACF_KonaKohalaChefs_Scholarship.pdf

Due Date/Time	May 31, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Hui Makaala
About	"Akisamiyo. Warabata ya nun naransa" (Goodness! Children are good for nothing). Okinawan nisei may have occasionally heard the issei express such an opinion. But the founders of Hui Makaala felt that they, the young Japanese-Americans of Okinawan descent, were not nun naran, or good for nothing. They felt capable of playing a significant role in promoting the general welfare of the Okinawan community. So in January 1946 Hui Makaala was formed.   ​Hui Makaala implies an organization ever alert to serve, work, and strive together. The basic goals of the group have been: 1) to foster a better understanding and acceptance of the American way of life, 2) to provide social, recreational and educational activities for members and friends, 3) to assist deserving students in their pursuit of higher education.
Eligibility/Requirements	Essay Extracurricular activities Two references Two letter of recommendation Transcript and SAT/ACT test scores
Application Link	www.huimakaala.org/2021%20hui%20makaala%20scholarship%20app-fillable.pdf

Due Date/Time	June 01, 2021
Name of Scholarship	Big Island Federal Credit Union
Eligibility	​Applicant must be a member in good standing of Big Island FCU. People who live, work or attend school on the island of Hawaii are eligible to join the credit union. Applicants can apply for one division only. A member can win an award only once. Only one scholarship will be awarded per immediate family per year. Two-Year Post-Secondary Division Undergraduate Division Graduate Division
Criteria for selection	​Academic Excellence Personal Achievement Community Involvement Statement of Academic and Career Goals Recommendations
Application Link	www.bigislandfcu.com/scholarship-program