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NHP is bridging the gap between the funders and high performing NHOʻs that are doing transformative work for native Hawaiian communities. We are based in Maui and work with Native Hawaiian organizations on Maui, Hawaii island, and Oahu.
About Us
History
At Native Hawaiian Philanthropy, we are dedicated to uplifting our communities and preserving the rich cultural heritage of Hawaii. Our focus is on fostering growth, education, and sustainable practices that empower Native Hawaiians to thrive. We believe in creating a lasting impact through collaborative efforts, addressing the specific needs of our people with compassion and respect. Join us in our mission to celebrate and support the vibrant culture that is the essence of Hawaii.
Native Hawaiian Philanthropy
Native Hawaiian Philanthropy CEO Kuʻuleinani Maunupau has partnered with Native Americans in Philanthropy (NA) and Asian American and Pacific Islander in Philanthropy (AAPIP) to help bridge NHOʻs with philanthropic organizations. We are excited to be planning a site-visit for NAP and AAPIP with NHP partners and NHO sites throughout Hawaii.
NHP is working with Makalika Naholowaʻa, Executive Director of the Native Hawaiian Legal Corp to support the inherent rights of native Hawaiians and work towards securing funding to support native Hawaiianʻs legal and political rights.
Board President Lohelani Furtado-Gaspar, Naholowaʻa and Maunupau attended the "Power in Solidarity" Conference in 2021 hosted by NAP and AAPIP. They were able to connect with other native Hawaiian leaders and organizations interested in establishing a philanthropy model in Hawaii. After returning home to Maui, discussions and research began into philanthropy and its impacts and connections with native Hawaiian communities and nonprofits. Our team has been networking with Hawaiiʻs philanthropy sector and native Hawaiian community leaders to understand the current needs, programs, processes and approaches in supporting native Hawaiian communities.
After much due diligence, Native Hawaiian Philanthropy reports a lack of Hawaiian-led and culturally grounded foundations in Hawaii that provide long-term funding opportunities. The team has been developing an innovative, forward-thinking approach to self-sufficiency and stability for native Hawaiian organizations and businesses. Our methodology to native Hawaiian philanthropy will offer an on-going support system that assures fiscal accountability. Planning for Seven Generations requires a unique indigenous approach to financial stability for nonprofits, Executive Directors and the staff serving our lāhui, our nation.
Board of Directors
President & CEO
Kuʻuleinani Maunupau
Native Hawaiian (She/Her)
Vice President
Keolamau Tengan
Native Hawaiian (She/Her)
Treasurer
Lily Donge
POC (She/Her)
Secretary
Monique Sonoquie
Native American/Chumash (She/Her)
" ʻA'ohe hana nui ke alu 'ia."
No task is too big when done together by all.
Native Hawaiian Philanthropy
Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)
CEO
Native Hawaiian (She/Her)
Kuʻuleinani Maunupau
Maunupau is helping NHP to build capacity through grants, networking, fundraising, partnerships and on-going training in the philanthropic sector.
Director of Mobilizing Capital and Social Impact
Native Hawaiian (She/Her)
Pualani Enos
Enos will be working on securing capital to help NHP build capacity, fulfill our mission, and support our partner NHOʻs in Hawaii.
Program Manager
Native Hawaiian (She/Her)
Kuʻuleimakamae Shafee
Shafee has been volunteering as a consultant for the Hawaiian Storytelling program and with NHP during the Maui wildfires coordinating events and resources. She is providing support to NHP disaster recovery support, programs and capacity building.