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Ambassador of Aloha Scholarships

OUTRIGGER DUKE KAHANAMOKU FOUNDATION

Foundation Annual Grants for Youth Sports

Funding Amount

$1,000 - $4,000

Deadline

January 31, 2027

298 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Ambassador of Aloha Scholarships

Overview: Scholarships for full-time undergraduates attending accredited colleges and high school seniors demonstrating financial need.

Geographic Scope: Hawaii residents only

Eligibility:

  • U.S. citizen

  • Hawaii resident

  • Minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0

  • Must participate in one or more of the following sports with a record of accomplishments and intention to compete in college:

  • - Canoeing
    - Surfing
    - Kayaking
    - Swimming
    - Diving
    - Water polo
    - Sailing
    - Volleyball
  • Must demonstrate the spirit of aloha through leadership and community involvement
  • Award Amount: Generally $1,000 to $4,000 each (multiple one-time scholarships available)

    Financial Need: Required

    Additional Requirements:

  • ODKF reserves the right to request further financial need documentation

  • Division I, II, and III athletes should consult with their school's compliance officer regarding NCAA eligibility
  • Contact: Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation, P.O. Box 160924, Honolulu, HI 96816

    Mission: To financially support the development of individuals and organizations that perpetuate the spirit and legacy of Duke Kahanamoku.

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Online Application Includes:
    1. Essay and short-answer questions
    2. Transcript of Grades
    3. Two Letters of Personal Reference
    4. Athletic Resume (Last Four Years)
    5. FAFSA Submission Summary

    Additional Documentation: ODKF reserves the right to ask for further financial need documentation if needed.

    Important Notes:

  • Incomplete applications will not be considered

  • Applicants should ensure every field is completed

  • Duke Award applicants not selected for interviews are automatically rolled over to the Ambassador of Aloha application pool
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    youth-sports

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