Hawaii grants for State governments

The U.S. Department of the Interior's WaterSMART Title XVI Program offers financial and technical assistance for the planning, design, and construction of water reclamation and reuse projects, aiming to secure future water supplies, improve efficiency, support underserved communities, and address climate change.

The State of Hawai`i has established aggressive renewable energy goals, including potential offshore wind development, to reduce fossil fuel dependence. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) oversees the development of offshore renewable energy on the nations outer continental shelf (OCS) and is mandated to preserve historic and cultural resources that may be impacted by its approved actions. BOEM is required under multiple statutes (as referenced in the below Background section) to take into consideration the impacts of OCS activities on cultural resources and Traditional Cultural Places.The purpose of this study is to provide critical information to BOEM in support of its offshore historic preservation responsibilities. The project will have three primary components: 1) compile data from archival and secondary sources of known, reported, and potential traditional cultural landscapes and cultural resources near the islands of O`ahu and Moloka`i, specifically focusing on the Ka`iwi Channel; 2) compile and summarize appropriate ethnographic information from Native Hawaiian communities regarding types of traditional use areas and traditional cultural places that could be impacted by offshore development; and 3) refine or develop guidance documents that identify Best Practices and protocols for engaging with Native Hawaiian communities, respecting traditional Indigenous Knowledge and including appropriate selected elements of traditional knowledge within the NHPA and NEPA review processes.This information will support recent Guidance for Federal Departments and Agencies on Indigenous Knowledge and other Federal efforts related to Indigenous Knowledge; is necessary under Section 106 of the NHPA, which requires that federal agencies must apply the National Register Criteria to places that may be affected by a federal undertaking; and will also be used to support reviews under NEPA and other federal laws.See related documents for questions and responses submitted after publishing.

This funding opportunity supports programs that assist young people in Hawaiʻi who have experienced foster care or mental health systems after age 14, helping them achieve stability in areas like education, employment, housing, and health.

This grant provides funding to agricultural professionals and organizations in the Western U.S. to implement educational and demonstration projects that promote the adoption of sustainable farming practices based on previous research findings.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible organizations in Hawaii to improve the quality of life for foster children by offering enhancement items and services that promote their development and well-being.

This grant provides funding for organizations and individuals to support land rehabilitation and maintenance activities at a military training area in Hawaii, focusing on environmental sustainability and resource management.

This grant provides financial support and resources to women entrepreneurs in Hawaii, particularly those from Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, or Asian backgrounds, to help grow their early-stage businesses.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Hawaii that enhance the lives of foster children and their caregivers through targeted programs and services.

This funding initiative provides microgrants to Hawai‘i residents for small-scale agricultural projects that improve local food production and security.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for state and local governments, Indian tribes, non-governmental organizations, and individuals to manage vegetation and maintain berms on military training lands in Oahu, Hawaii, ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

This grant provides funding for non-profit organizations, educational institutions, community groups, and non-federal government agencies in Hawaiʻi to engage the community in celebrating and enhancing urban and community forests through various projects and activities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits and public agencies in designated U.S. states to initiate and promote community-driven historic preservation projects.