Native Hawaiian Philanthropy
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A Native Hawaiian Philanthropy-Serving Organization (PSO)
NHP is a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to improving the socio-economic conditions of Native Hawaiian communities.
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Advocacy for Racial and Social Justice: To strengthen the connection between Native Hawaiian Organizations (NHOs) and the philanthropic sector, fostering collaborative relationships that promote equity and justice.
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Sustainable Funding Solutions: To establish and facilitate long-term funding opportunities for partners, to provide sustainable support for initiatives that benefit Native Hawaiian communities.
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Community Incubator: To actively collaborate with funders, foundations, and partner NHOs on diverse projects, proposals, and programs aimed at uplifting Native Hawaiian communities.
Overall, NHP serves as a bridge between philanthropic resources and Native Hawaiian organizations, addressing the unique challenges faced by these communities and promoting their cultural values, practices, and inherent rights.
Mission Statement
Mission of NHP:
1. Bridge the Philanthropic Sector with Native Hawaiian Organizations (NHOʻs) and communities.
2. Capacity Building & Incubator in partnership with Native Hawaiian communities and organizations to support, promote and perpetuate Hawaiian culture and values.
3. Native Hawaiian Fund to support multi-year funding to assist in the sustainability of NHOʻs in supporting native Hawaiian communities.
Our objectives include:
A) Engagement and Understanding: The organization strives to increase the active participation and understanding of Native Hawaiian and Hawaii communities with philanthropic funders and organizations.
B) Empowerment: NHP aims to empower Native Hawaiian communities by providing resources and support to enhance the socio-economic conditions of Native Hawaiian Organizations (NHOs) and the wider lāhui (people/nation).
C) Cultural Support: NHP is committed to supporting projects and organizations that are culturally grounded, focusing on the promotion and perpetuation of Hawaiian culture, practices, health, well-being, and inherent rights.
NHP Incubator Projects
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Native Hawaiian Storytelling Program: Writer's Immersive: A program designed to provide training and resources to nurture and empower Native Hawaiian storytellers, enhancing their craft and preserving cultural narratives.
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Native Hawaiian Storytelling Program: Music Video Production for Youth: This initiative offers three-week summer workshops for Maui youth aged 12-19, focusing on music video production and creative expression through storytelling.
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AIAI - Artificial Intelligence Accessibility & Integration Program: A workforce development initiative that equips Native Hawaiians with training opportunities in AI technology, fostering skills for the future job market.
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Maui Ola: Sacred Spaces for Disaster Recovery: A program that provides community workshops featuring cultural classes, lomilomi (massage), mental health advocacy, and engaging youth activities to support survivors of the Maui wildfires.
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