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The Native Hawaiian Summer School Assistance Program (NHSSAP) is a collaboration between ALU LIKE, Inc. & Kamehameha Schools Kaiāulu. This competitive program provides summer school funding assistance to qualified students currently in grades K – 12. Scholarships are available for students attending Summer School at both D.O.E. and private* schools statewide excluding all Kamehameha Schools Campuses.

*Members of the Hawai‘i Association of Independent Schools (www.hais.org), excluding Kamehameha Schools & private universities.

Summer School
Assistance Program
Summer 2025

Click Below to Begin

Applications available starting April 1, 2025. Awarded on a first-come, first-served basis | Deadline to apply is June 7, 2025

Apply early to improve your chance of acceptance

 

Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Students MUST be currently in grades K through 12
• Applications must show proof of financial need
• Awards are made on a first come, first served basis
• Preference is given to students of Hawaiian ancestry
• Only complete applications with all required documents will be considered for funding
• Documentation of student attendance & grades will be required

Required Documents

• Student’s birth certificate (REQUIRED for every applicant)
   If student’s birth certificate doesn’t indicate Hawaiian ancestry, also provide ONE of the following:
      – Kamehameha Schools Ho‘oulu Hawaiian Data Center Certification or Letter
      – Birth certificate of a parent showing Hawaiian ancestry
      – OHA Registration Card
• If necessary: Foster, Guardianship, Power of Attorney (POA), or Court Documents
• Student’s Report Card (2nd or 3rd Quarter) (For grades 6-12 ONLY)
• Income Verification
   All students need to submit ONE of the following documents to verify household income:
      – Verification of Public Assistance (TANF and SNAP/Food Stamps) WITH Household listing
      – Most recent Federal Tax Return
      – Verification of Foster Care through certificates or letters
      – Verification of Section 8 Housing

Information for Summer School Directors and Personnel ONLY
File Name Download Links*
  2025 NHSSAP Introduction Letter and Instructions PDF
  2025 NHSSAP Poster PDF
  2025 NHSSAP Invoice Form & Grade/Attendance Forms Excel PDF
*Right mouse click the link and select “Save Target As.”
Follow prompts to save the file to your location, taking care to recognize where you saved the file.

 

Funding made possible by the gracious contributions of Kamehameha Schools Kaiaulu

Native Hawaiian Summer School Assistance Program (NHSSAP)
ALU LIKE, Inc., Kā Ipu Kā‘eo Department
Telephone: (808) 535-6700 | Email: NHSSAP@alulike.org

The Hana Lima Scholarship Program (HLSP) is a collaboration between ALU LIKE, Inc. & Kamehameha Schools Kaiāulu. The Hana Lima Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to students participating in a vocational or technical education program for occupations that can provide a “living wage.” This need-based scholarship is available to students in vocational programs that lead to a specific segment of employment. This scholarship gives financial assistance toward tuition and fees, books and other required tools or uniforms. Students pursuing a major in Liberal Arts or are taking only prerequisite courses are strongly encouraged to select a major of study in order to qualify for services.

Eligibility
As an applicant, you must meet the following criteria:
  • Be of Native Hawaiian Ancestry
  • Resident of the State of Hawai‘i
  • Received a High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Not currently receiving any Kamehameha Schools financial aid for post-secondary education
  • Maintain a 2.0 or higher grade point average (GPA)
  • Enrolled full-time in a 2-year vocational degree or vocational certification program at approved educational institutions in Hawai‘i listed on the application
  • The Hana Lima Scholarship DOES NOT assist with Baccalaureate, Graduate, or Professional Degrees

Terms and Conditions
  • The Hana Lima Scholarship is a $1,500 award to be used toward tuition, fees, books and other required tools or uniforms for a vocational program. Scholarship checks are mailed directly to the school or program.
  • This application is now open to ALL Previously Awarded Hana Lima Scholarship recipients.

2025-2026 Academic Year

Applications for Fall 2025 will open during the fall semester.
Please check back in August for the most up-to-date information.

Applications are accepted throughout the academic year, subject to available funding.

Funding made possible by the gracious contributions of Kamehameha Schools Kaiaulu

Hana Lima Scholarship Program (HLSP)
ALU LIKE, Inc., Kā Ipu Kā‘eo Department
Telephone: (808) 535-6700 | Email: HanaLima@alulike.org

Money SMARTS begins with setting goals with SMARTS, both short-term and long-term goals. The course moves on to banking tools that can help with our financing. Strategies for budgeting and savings are discussed and we develop an actual family budget. Together, we look at credit, credit cards, consumer rights, how to read a credit report and fixing our credit. The course concludes with Investing for the Future with savings plans for education, starting a business, homeownership and retirement plans. The course is designed for individuals or families with up to moderate income and gives a good overview of personal and family financial management strategies.

The Money SMARTS course is free! The course is eight hours long and is delivered in a light and engaging manner. The binder and handouts become a toolkit personalized for your family. The course is presented by ALU LIKE, Inc., and sponsored by the State of Hawai’i Department of Human Services.

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TO RESERVE A SEAT AT KAPOLEI HALE
To register, please contact Roxie Rice at (808) 892-3357 and leaving a message with your name and the names of all attendees, or send an email to rorice@alulike.org with the same information. Thank you!

ZOOM Option
To register for a Zoom online class, please click below:


You will receive the Zoom Link for the class after registering and being approved. A working computer with WI-FI and Zoom access for the duration of both sessions is required. Class may be canceled if less than three persons are interested.

Topics include

  • Setting Goals
  • What is a GOAL?
  • The 6 things you must have to set successful goals
  • Banking Tools: the basics on checking and savings accounts
  • Budgeting and Saving
  • What is a budget?
  • Ways to Save
  • Creating a Family Budget… and Sticking to It
  • Credit
  • Credit Card Debt… and how to get out
  • Credit Reports and how to read them
  • How to improve your credit
  • Planning for the Future
  • Insurance
  • Starting a business
  • Planning for education for the keiki
  • Homeownership
  • Retirement

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes.

Yes.

Rent-to-Work prefers that people take the in-person format of Money SMARTS (Dole Cannery, Kapolei Hale, or any in-person class offered at various agencies around O’ahu). However, on a very limited basis, some individuals may qualify to take the Zoom format in place of in-person classes (people with mobility impairments, single parents, parents of children under kindergarten age, residents of DV shelters). Please indicate on your registration form if you have a Rent-to-Work eligibility request.

Yes.

They are 4 hours long, for 2 class sessions (Class 1 & Class 2).

The certificate of completion verifies that you completed both Money SMARTS class sessions. This may be presented to Rent-to-Work caseworkers, landlords, or other social service professionals to assist you in your personal and financial endeavors.

In-person Money SMARTS workshops are available on a limited basis, as we are already providing consistent workshops for many agencies around O’ahu most days of the year. Please reach out to Roxie Rice at rorice@alulike.org to inquire. Money SMARTS classes are 2-sessions, lasting 3-4 hours per session. All we need is a reasonably quiet space, tables and chairs, and a white board if you have one available. Everything else will be provided for you.

Money SMARTS is intended for adults only (ages 18 and above). If you are a nursing mother, yes, your very young, non-walking infants may attend alongside you. Children who do not require breastfeeding are not permitted to join classes at this time as it can create a significant distraction for both the parent of the child, other adult participants, and even for the class instructor. Furthermore, ALU LIKE, Inc. cannot be held liable for any injuries to children or property damage caused by children at our in-person workshops. Mahalo for understanding. The Zoom Online class format may best suit your needs if you are a parent.

We’re Sorry

The National Board Certification Scholarship is no longer available.

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Looking Back

We are proud of the many educators who have worked diligently to achieve their goals. And, we are thankful for the opportunity to have played a role in helping them realize their full potential.

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Looking Ahead

You continue to inspire us as we explore new ways to kōkua Hawaiian Natives.



National Board Certification (NBC) Scholarship
ALU LIKE, Inc., Kā Ipu Kā‘eo Department
Telephone: (808) 535-6700 | Email: NBC@alulike.org