How much funding does AUW ALICE Fund provide?

AUW ALICE Fund provides $2 million+ annual goal (as of 2023) in funding.

When is the deadline for AUW ALICE Fund?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

AUW ALICE Fund

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Funding Amount

$2 million+ annual goal (as of 2023)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

AUW ALICE Fund

Geographic Scope: Oʻahu, Hawaii

Focus Areas: Financial stability and economic mobility for ALICE households (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed)

Overview:
Established in 2018, the AUW ALICE Fund is the dedicated funding source for the ALICE Initiative. ALICE represents individuals and families unable to cover basic household expenses and who possess little to no savings. ALICE Households are particularly vulnerable to emergencies and unforeseen expenses and run serious risk of falling into poverty.

Background:

First ALICE Report released in 2017 (based on 2015 data)

Made possible by initial investment from Bank of Hawaiʻi Foundation, Hawaiʻi Community Foundation, and Kamehameha Schools

Hawaii was the only state in the country to publish a 2022 ALICE Report (based on 2022 data)

The 2022 report showed poverty increased from 9% to 15% post-pandemic

ALICE Initiative Structure:

First ALICE Cohort (2019-2021): 10 nonprofit organizations working collaboratively during COVID-19 pandemic

Second ALICE Cohort (2022-2024): 17 nonprofit organizations

Co-led by Aloha United Way and Hawaiʻi Community Foundation

Major Funders/Supporters:

Hawaiʻi Community Foundation: $750,000 annually (2022-2024) plus continued commitment

HEI Charitable Foundation: $100,000 annually for 3 years

Bank of Hawaiʻi Foundation

HMSA

Hawaiʻi Pacific Health

Locations Foundation

Contact Information:

Email: info@auw.org

Phone: (808) 536-1951 or (808) 543-2222

Website: auw.org

Address: 200 N. Vineyard Boulevard, Suite 700, Honolulu, HI 96817

How to Apply

How to Get Involved

1. Learn More: Visit Aloha United Way's website to learn more about the ALICE Initiative
2. Donate: Contribute to the AUW ALICE Fund
3. Join the Community: Connect with stakeholders invested in creating greater financial stability for ALICE Households