Our Purpose.
OUr Reason.
OuR STORY.
Mālama ʻia ke kahua o ka ʻike i mea e laha ai i ka waihona paʻa no nā mamo e hiki mai ana.
Uphold the foundation of knowledge so that it may be a secure reservoir for the generations to come.
Mana Ka ʻIke A Bruce ʻOhana Foundation traces back to a vision deeply rooted in our familial heritage – a vision to extend gratitude to those who have selflessly contributed their knowledge, time, and aloha for the benefit of future generations. Inspired by the resilience, wisdom, and compassionate regard for one another exhibited in the stories of our ancestors, we envisioned an organization that not only pays homage to our past but also paves the way for a brighter future.
Guided by this vision, we embarked on a journey to establish a foundation that serves as a bridge connecting the past, present, and future. Our foundation rests on the values of kuleana, kākou, poʻokela, pono pauʻole, and hoʻomau.
We aspire to perpetuate this foundational concept, providing future generations with the framework to build their own legacies. In our pursuit of creating a legacy that honors our ancestry while positively impacting future generations, we recognize that true legacy lies not in personal accumulation but in investing in others.
Hence, the heartbeat of our mission lies in giving back, uplifting, and creating pathways for Native Hawaiians to embrace their heritage with pride and stride confidently into the future.
As we embark on this chapter of our story, we extend an invitation for you to join us in this endeavor. Committed to nurturing cultural understanding, educational empowerment, and sustainable progress, we envision a future where the wisdom of the past illuminates a path of thriving for Native Hawaiians.
The Mana Ka ʻIke A Bruce ʻOhana Foundation transcends mere organizational status – it embodies our love for our roots and dedication to fostering a vibrant tomorrow. We invite you to become part of our narrative and join us in sowing the seeds of legacy for generations to come.
Fostering a Brighter Future for the Next Generations
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Empowering Native Hawaiians through Education
Partner with businesses, nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to support and develop activities or programs that empower Native Hawaiians, including students and educators, to further their skills and knowledge.
2
Supporting Native Hawaiian Health Programs
Support, develop, or provide activities and programs that provide education on/regarding, promoting, and/or improving Native Hawaiian health.
3
Elevate the Socioeconomic Status of Native Hawaiians
Provide or support culturally relevant services, programs, and educational initiatives that primarily serve to elevate the socioeconomic status of the Native Hawaiian community.
Funding Recipeints
Alex and Duke DeRego Foundation provides programs focused on enhancing women’s emotional well-being through storytelling, training, educational resources, and outreach events.
Aria Studios’ Hometown Legends series documents the lives and wisdom of legendary Native Hawaiian kūpuna — elders who carry forward traditional crafts, cultural knowledge, and kuleana.
Ewa Pu’uloa Outrigger Canoe Club is a women’s health and fitness program for those over 40 in the ʻEwa Beach community, combining competitive paddling, cultural education, and wellness tracking.
Friends of Waimānalo is a nonprofit advancing workforce development and cultural education through hands-on training in trades, multimedia, and CDL certification for Native Hawaiians and underserved communities.
Kīpuka O Ke Ola is a Native Hawaiian Rural Health Clinic founded in 2013. KOKO provides cultural, spiritual, medical, and psychological services to all residents of North Hawaiʻi with a special emphasis for the Kānaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians).
A program that encourages Native Hawaiians to pursue careers in STEM Fields – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. The scholarship program provides students with $1,000 per year unit they graduate.
Purple Maiʻa is a Hawai‘i nonprofit teaching coding and tech skills to Native Hawaiian and underrepresented youth through after-school and elective programs.
UHMC Molokai Education Center is a community-based STEM initiative introducing Molokai youth to digital career pathways through esports, in collaboration with UHMC and UH West Oʻahu.