Youth and Health Funding from Costco Foundation
Hawaii 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can access funding through Costco Foundation for monetary support of community-based initiatives. Organizations with theater or arts programming that fits these priorities may be eligible, with applications reviewed in 4–6 weeks and evaluated on community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and budget strength.
Costco Foundation
Hawaii Innovative Human Services Funding via Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs in Hawaii can seek support from the Creag Foundation. The foundation considers invited proposals from smaller or evolving organizations developing new approaches to existing or previously unaddressed social issues, which may include theater groups working on community-focused or educational initiatives.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Youth Grants in Hawaii
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare in Hawaii can seek up to US $15,000 for direct-service programs. With a mission to enrich children’s lives, Dan Paul Foundation provides funding for initiatives such as child welfare, early childhood development, poverty and homelessness services, and youth enrichment, which may include theater-based programming.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Hawaii Innovation
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Hawaii can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving mostly economically underserved communities pilot or scale innovative, tech-enabled programs that address critical social challenges, year-round.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Grants for Hawaii Communities
Hawaii educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can receive funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. State Farm Companies Foundation supports projects such as auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, job training, and K–12 and higher education, which may benefit theater organizations with aligned community or educational programming.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Theater and Arts Funding from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to support theater and other arts and science programs, including in Hawaii. Focused on impactful cultural initiatives, the William Randolph Hearst Foundation funds program, capital, and limited general or endowment support, prioritizing youth engagement, arts education, and artist development.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for Social Service
Hawaii theater and arts nonprofits offering strong social service or youth development programs can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation for program, capital, or general support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million and proven impact on poverty, families, or economic independence may be eligible for awards over US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Community Health and Education Funding from Labcorp
Nonprofit organizations working in health, education, or community services in Hawaii and across the U.S. can seek funding for programs like food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, and preventive health initiatives. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides support to 501(c)(3) and equivalent charities, which may include theater groups with qualifying educational or community-focused programming.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Hawaii Youth Opportunity Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Hawaii organizations and social enterprises improving education, health, or family economic stability for urban low-income children can access funding through Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for project support or scaling efforts. Eligible applicants include a wide range of nonprofit, governmental, and education entities, with awards of more than US $50,000 for qualifying work in the U.S., India, or South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Hawaii Theater Funding via Hawai'i State Foundation
Hawaii performing arts organizations planning theater, dance, music, or similar live events can seek support for coordination, planning, promotion, marketing, and execution of performances. Focused on performing arts, Hawai'i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts offers grants of US $20,000, with funding contingent on state legislative appropriation and program statutory approval.
Hawai'i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Hawaii theater and arts nonprofits can access funding through La Roche for charitable projects in humanitarian and social development, science and education, community and environment, or contemporary arts and culture. Accredited charities with innovative, sustainable programs that engage Roche expertise, local partners, and employees may be eligible via the company’s local affiliate structure.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Support for Global Health
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations providing health, education, or disaster relief services can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation for work with marginalized communities worldwide, including Hawaii. Grants may support healthcare access, women and children’s health, humanitarian aid, literacy, and related social services, which could benefit theater groups integrating community health or social-impact programming.
Semnani Family Foundation
Broad Program Funding for Nonprofits from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations running charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs in the U.S., including Hawaii, may be eligible for support from the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust. Focused on impactful, well-managed organizations, this grant could help Hawaii theater groups with educational or community-focused programming that meets its broad charitable criteria.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Program Funding for Nonprofits from Bank of America Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Hawaii working on community programs can apply for Bank of America Foundation’s sponsorship support. Grants from Bank of America Charitable Foundation help fund basic needs, workforce development, community development, arts and culture, environmental initiatives, and diversity and inclusion efforts, which may benefit theater organizations with relevant programming.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Grants for Hawaii Nonprofits
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Hawaii and other eligible countries working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation support, with awards from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Theater groups may be eligible if they address poverty, disability, social alienation, disaster relief, or related human and social services needs.
Gupta Family Foundation
Arts and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Cowles Charitable Trust
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) charitable organizations can apply for Cowles Charitable Trust grants of up to US $10,000 to support arts, education, social justice, health, ethical journalism, or climate research, including theater-related work. Nonprofits in Hawaii may be eligible, and requests for general operating support are welcome, especially with a broad base of other funders.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hawaii Arts Funding via Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) arts and cultural organizations in Hawaii can seek US $1,000 - US $10,000 for theater and related programming, education, or productions. Hansen Family Foundation supports children, education, arts and culture, humanitarian work, animals, and environmental causes, with a preference for smaller organizations and modest overhead, including those working internationally.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Support for Storytelling
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profits working in preservation, education, or wellness can seek funding to tell impactful stories about their work, including projects based in Hawaii. J.W. Couch Foundation’s Storytelling Grant awards more than US $50,000 to help eligible organizations produce media that shares their real-world community impact.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Programs
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
501(c)(3) organizations serving the Southern U.S. with programs in areas like education, children and families, poverty relief, or arts-related youth services may be eligible for funding to create tangible, meaningful impact. Robinson Foundation supports a range of humanitarian and community efforts; Southern theater groups in Hawaii would not qualify due to the regional restriction.
Robinson Foundation
Family Caregiver Alliance Support for Dementia Care
Applications due Oct 21, 2026
Nonprofits, government agencies, and universities in Hawaii and across the U.S. that run programs for family or informal caregivers of adults with Alzheimer’s and related dementias can receive recognition awards of US $20,000 for completed work. Family Caregiver Alliance honors innovative projects in creative expression, increasing access and reducing stigma, and public policy.
Family Caregiver Alliance
Hawaii Community and Environment Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Hawaii can seek support for their programs. The Dudley T Dougherty Foundation supports these charitable efforts, and theater organizations with missions in these areas may be eligible if their work advances community or environmental goals.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Family Support Grants from Nordstrom
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofits providing basic needs or economic mobility programs for youth and families, including those in Hawaii, can apply for Nordstrom’s Community Grant program. With a mission to uplift youth and families, Nordstrom provides U.S. community organizations with US $5,000 - US $20,000 in unrestricted funding for local, grassroots services.
Nordstrom
Hawaii Community and Environment Funding via Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Hawaii can seek US $5,000 - US $10,000 in unrestricted support for environmental, human services, disaster relief, and other community programs. The Lawrence Foundation supports both program and general operating requests, so theater organizations with qualifying charitable status and aligned work may be eligible.
Lawrence Foundation
Hawaii Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Hawaii working in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural programs, or environmental initiatives can seek US $5,000 - US $25,000 from the Dr Scholl Foundation. Theater organizations may be eligible when their work fits these areas and can request one year of project-focused support per cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Services Funding for Nonprofits from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Hawaii nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving community quality of life can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for project, general operating, or capital support. U.S.-based groups in O’Reilly Auto Parts communities working on issues like economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief may be eligible, including theater organizations with relevant community-focused programs.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Youth and Community Funding for Nonprofits from Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Hawaii working on youth development, education, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Theater organizations serving underserved youth or families through educational or community programs may be eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc