WELCOME TO
MANA KA ʻIKE
We are a Hawaii Nonprofit Corporation. "Mana Ka ʻIke," when translated from ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi to English, means "Knowledge in Power." Our mission is clear: to provide resources that empower Native Hawaiian Communities in addressing social and economic disparities. We're committed to fostering positive change by offering targeted support that equips individuals and families with the tools they need to overcome challenges. Through collaborative efforts, we strive to create a more inclusive and resilient future for all.
MISSION
Mana Ka ʻIke's mission is to support, promote, and advance the overall welfare and economic condition of Native Hawaiians in the State of Hawai'i through education, healthcare, and skilled trades.
Vision
Mana Ka ʻIke envisions a thriving lāhui (indigenous Native Hawaiian community) which includes a Hawaiian community that is strong, healthy, educated, culturally enlightened, and economically self-sufficient.
CORE VALUES AND BELIEFS
Mana Ka ʻIke is based on a foundation of integrity, honesty, and dedication to the lāhui. Our core values and belief motivate our actions.
Kuleana
We carry out our individual and a collective responsibilities.
Kākou
We work together, unified to accomplish our mission.
Poʻokela
We do our absolute best and continually seek improvement.
Pono Pauʻole
We act with integrity and truthfulness.
Hoʻomau
Together, steadfast, we preserve and perpetuate our culture, people, land and environment.
Native Hawaiian areas of focus
We focus on funding Native Hawaiian Services to eligible non-profits. We aim to support the Native Hawaiian Community in the areas of women’s healthcare, skilled trades, and pre-K, elementary, middle, high, and university education.
WOMEN'S HEALTH
Focusing on Native Hawaiian womenʻs pre-natal healthcare through the funding of Native Hawaiian focused clinics and nursing.
STEM
Education
Providing educational support for Grades K through University for those studying areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Trades Training
Providing funding to those that train or help to develop skillset in Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Automotive Mechanics, CDL Licensing, and more.