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Aloha kākou,
The Community Projects 2026 is a collaboration between ALU LIKE, Inc., & Kamehameha Schools Kaiāulu. Collectively, we are able to serve the broader community of student learners seeking credits necessary for graduation, as well as opportunities for meaningful, real-world work experience. Together, our partnerships support participants as they transition from classroom learners to workforce-ready community contributors.
Eligibility is not based on any individual demographic factors. The information collected through this form allows our program to better understand how our services impact the larger community, identify areas of need, and strengthen future programming. Completion of this form enables us to effectively support all student learners within a class, cohort, or group. Lastly, your signed consent authorizes our staff to communicate confidentially with personnel associated with Community Projects 2026.
MUST FIRST apply and be registered to an approved Community Project listed below:
Kamaile Academy Public Charter School – Early College LeewardCC Wai‘anae Moku
Nānākuli High School – Early College LeewardCC Wai‘anae Moku
UH Maui College – Lāna‘i
UH Maui College – Moloka‘i
Wai‘anae High School – Early College LeewardCC Wai‘anae Moku
Additional community partnerships are in discussion
2025-2026 Academic Year
Funding made possible by the gracious contributions of Kamehameha Schools Kaiāulu
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.
2025-2026 Academic Year
Aloha kākou,
We appreciate your patience and support. We would like to share an important update regarding our current funding status. The Hana Lima Scholarship Program, which has funded students since 2006, will no longer be able to provide individual scholarship awards. However, we remain committed to working in partnerships to continue to serve the community.
We recognize that this funding change affects direct financial assistance. To support you during this transition, we will be sharing information about available community resources below. We also welcome any feedback to share with our funder about how our services have benefited your ‘ohana and on ways we might continue to support you in the future.
Thank you again for your trust, support, and patience.
Mālama pono,
~Hana Lima Scholarship Program
Employment & Training Department (808) 535-6700, Option 2
The Native Hawaiian Summer School Assistance Program (NHSSAP) and NHSSAP Credit Recovery have worked in collaboration with K-12 schools statewide for more than ten years. As such, we would like to share an important update regarding our current funding status. The program will no longer be able to offer individual awards; however, we will work in partnerships to find ways to continue to serve the community.
We recognize that this funding change affects direct financial assistance. To support families during this transition, we will be sharing information on available community resources below. We also welcome any feedback to share with our funder about how our services have benefited your ‘ohana and on ways we might continue to support you in the future.
Thank you again for your trust, support, and patience.
Mālama pono,
~Native Hawaiian Summer School Assistance Program
Employment & Training Department (808) 535-6700, Option 2
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
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
