Application Form: Kanaaho Grant for Lahaina & Kula

OHA to launch Kanaaho Grant for Lahaina and Kula residents affected by wildfires

LAHAINA, KULA — The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) has announced the upcoming launch of the OHA Kanaaho Grant, providing critical support to homeowners and renters in the wildfire impact zones of Lahaina and Kula. This grant aims to assist…

OHA trustees approve $1.5 million for the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture to be hosted by Hawaiʻi in June

HONOLULU (March 6, 2024) – The Office of Hawaiian Affairs will be noted as a major sponsor of the world’s largest celebration of Indigenous Pacific Islanders when Hawaiʻi hosts the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture, commonly known as…

OHA lawsuit seeks repeal of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority

On Jan. 17, 2024, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) filed a Circuit Court lawsuit challenging the legality and constitutionality of Act 255 which established the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority (Authority).

OHA trustees approve $6 million in per pupil funding and facilities support for Hawaiian-focused public charter schools

Seventeen Hawaiian-focused public charter schools will be receiving a total of $6 million in support from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) over the next two fiscal years.

OHA trustees select Stacy Kealohalani Ferreira as new CEO

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs announced today that trustees have selected Stacy Kealohalani Ferreira as the organization’s new Ka Pouhana/Chief Executive Officer.

OHA awards $1.8 million in grants to 16 nonprofits serving Native Hawaiians

Two community nonprofits that would provide experiential employment and workforce development programs for Native Hawaiians highlight a slew of grant awards that were approved by Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ trustees yesterday.

OHA Trustees commit $5 million in disaster relief funds to aid beneficiaries affected by Maui wildfires

In an effort to support Native Hawaiian families impacted by the 2023 Maui wildfires, the trustees of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs have approved $5 million to aid in disaster recovery.

Coordinated Donation Management Center for Maui fire victims opens in Hakuone

Coordinated Donation Management Center for Maui fire victims opens in Hakuone

OHA Board Chair Carmen “Hulu” Lindsey statement on Maui wildfires 

Today we offer pule for our beloved Kanaka ʻŌiwi o Maui, knowing that their loss is personal, physical, emotional and spiritual.