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One scholar. One story. Lasting impact.

Oct. 20, 2026

Every scholarship is an investment in someone whose kuleana has the potential to strengthen the lāhui.

Meet Leiali‘i Makekau-Whittaker, a Pauahi Foundation scholar and speech pathology student at the John A. Burns School of Medicine. Through her education, she’s continuing the work of Ke Ali‘i Pauahi by helping nurture, elevate and revitalize ‘ōlelo Hawai‘i.

Watch Leiali‘i’s story and see how Pauahi Foundation scholarships help students pursue their educational goals while putting their kuleana into action. The scholarship application window remains open through Dec. 1!