Native Hawaiian Philanthropy
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A Native Hawaiian Philanthropy-Serving Organization (PSO)
Native Hawaiian Philanthropy (NHP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the socio-economic conditions of Native Hawaiian communities. Its mission encompasses several key areas:
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Advocacy for Social Justice: NHP aims to enhance the relationship between Native Hawaiian organizations (NHOs) and the philanthropic sector.
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Collaboration: It actively collaborates with partner NHOs to develop projects, proposals, and programs aimed at securing resources and funding necessary for community growth.
3. Long-Term Funding: NHP seeks to establish sustainable funding opportunities for its partners, ensuring long-term support for native Hawaiian initiatives.
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 and practices.
Mission Statement
Mission and Goals of NHP:
A) 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).
B) Engagement and Understanding: The organization strives to increase the active participation and understanding of Native Hawaiian and Hawaii communities with philanthropic funders and organizations.
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.
Programs under NHP:
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Mauli Ola: This initiative partners with KAʻEHU, Aloha House, Maui Behavioral Resources, cultural practitioners, and mental health professionals to provide indigenous-informed mental health disaster recovery training, particularly for communities impacted by the Maui wildfires. The program has transitioned to Aloha House.
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Na Mahiʻai o Maui (The Farmers of Maui): This program collaborates with Maui farmers and agriculture nonprofits to build capacity and support efforts to increase food production within the community.
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Moʻolelo: Hawaiian Storytelling: NHP works with Hollywood executives to assist Native Hawaiians in developing screenwriting and music video productions that tell their own stories about Hawaiian history, culture, and community.
