Kamehameha Schools Ho‘omāka‘ika‘i Exploration Grant
PROGRAMS & SCHOLARSHIPS
For a “one stop” layout of things, detailed information will be found on the Kamehameha School’s Program and Scholarships website at ksbe.edu.
This year’s LVHCC application period (January through April 1) is now open!
LVHCC is offering two $250.00 grants in 2026. Click the blue button below to down load the LVHCC application. Please ensure you Kokua your Keiki when completing the application and ensure you attach the Kamehameha Schools approval document (email, letter) to the application. Completeness counts!
SUMMER EXPLORATION SERIES
The Kamehameha Schools camp application for Summer 2026 period closed on January 31, 2026
Eligibility: Children must be entering 6th grade, be a new applicant, be a Nevada resident, must not be currently enrolled full-time at a Kamehameha campus, and must be able to fully participate in the program.
Ancestry verification
Kamehameha Schools’ admissions policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law. If you would like your child to be considered under that policy, your child’s Hawaiian ancestry must be verified by Kamehameha’s Ho‘oulu Verification Services.
For specific program information, visit the above website or contact the Hawaiian Culture Based Education Department at (808) 534-8080 or toll free 1-800 842-IMUA (4682), extension 3 for Continental US & Neighbor Islands. Email: ksrc@ksbe.edu.
Awarding of two 2025 LVHCC grants
Ho’omaika’i ‘ana ia ‘oe to the 2025 recipients of the LVHCC Kamehameha Schools’ Ho’omaka’ika’i Exploration grants!
The winners: Valencia Vargas and Chelsee Kapanui. Hulo!
