Hawaiʻi County announced the launch of its Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Impact Grants program, inviting eligible organizations to apply for funding opportunities.
The program, administered through the Department of Research and Development, provides annual competitive funding for non-profit organizations pursuing innovative projects that strengthen our island’s future.
Eligible proposals must demonstrate positive impact within one or more of the following program areas:
- Agriculture and Food Systems
- Business and Industry Development
- Community Well-being
- Film and Creative Industries
- Regenerative Tourism
Important dates for applicants include:
- Friday, August 1 – Request for Proposals Issue Date: Friday, Aug. 1, 2025
- Wednesday, August 13 (2-3pm) Informational Webinar
- Friday, August 22 – Questions/Comments Deadline
- August 29 – Department Response to Questions
- October 1, Proposal Due Date
- October 27 – Selection/Award Notifications
- Oct. 27-Nov. 27 – Grant Agreement Execution Period
- Oct 22 – Tentative Agreement Commencement
The FY 25-26 program builds on the success of the previous year’s initiative, which awarded $548,095 to 31 projects.
For more information visit https://www.rd.hawaiicounty.gov/funding-grant-resources/impact-grants.