• KōCreate: Civic Grants

  • Vibrant Hawaiʻi offers year-round civic grants to support residents across Hawaiʻi Island in bringing people together and taking action in their communities.

    The mini-grant program provides small awards ranging from $50 to $1,000 to help residents launch simple, meaningful projects that build connection, support emergency preparedness, and create opportunities for people to gather, talk story, and identify shared priorities. Funding may be used for supplies, food, or other direct costs needed to make a community-led idea possible.

    Examples of supported projects include creating neighborhood emergency phone trees or kōkua networks, organizing “check-on-a-neighbor” plans that strengthen emergency preparedness and disaster response, and coordinating efforts that support kūpuna, keiki, and neighbors who may need additional assistance during times of disruption. Projects may also include neighborhood clean-ups or small safety improvements that reduce hazards and strengthen readiness. Intergenerational gatherings that encourage storytelling and learning about the history and character of a place are also encouraged, helping neighbors deepen their connection to one another and to the communities they call home. Residents may also host potlucks or coffee hours that bring neighbors together to build relationships, identify neighborhood priorities, and launch community-led projects.

    Who can apply:

    Individuals and groups of all ages (under 18 with consent)
    Priority given to first-time applicants and islandwide distribution

    How it works:

    Applications open year-round
    Reviewed monthly by KōCreators

    Please allow 30 days for review and determination. 

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

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  • Date of Intended Project*
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  • Choose a Civic Action idea!*

  • Agreements

  • By submitting this application, I agree to the following:

    • I understand that funding is limited, and provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
    • If funded, I will use the funds for the intent of the project.
    • I will follow @VibrantHawaii on social media platforms.
    • I will share photos or video of my mini-grant project on social media, tagging @VibrantHawaii and via email to contact@vibranthawaii.org.
    • At the end of the project, I will complete the evaluation form sent to me as a text link.
    • I am 18 years of age or older and reside on Hawaiʻi Island.

    Hold Harmless Agreement:
    By participating in this activity/event, I agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless Vibrant Hawaiʻi, its staff, volunteers, and partners from any and all liability, claims, or demands arising out of or related to my participation. I acknowledge that I are participating voluntarily and assume all risks associated with the activity.

    Media Release Agreement:
    By participating in this activity/event and submitting photos, videos, or other content, I grant Vibrant Hawaiʻi permission to use, reproduce, and share these materials for communication, storytelling, and public outreach purposes. This may include use across digital platforms, print materials, and other media channels as deemed appropriate by Vibrant Hawaiʻi. I understand that I/the participant may be identifiable in this content and consent to its use in sharing with the broader community.

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