H.C. Shipman Scholarship Fund Grant

H.C. Shipman Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation
Last Updated: November 08, 2025

Summary

The H.C. Shipman Scholarship Fund honors Herbert C. Shipman, a notable conservationist and orchid grower in Hawaii. Established by the H.C. Shipman Foundation, this fund supports students from Keaau public high schools who demonstrate financial need and maintain good academic standing. Eligible candidates must be residents of Hawaii and pursue a 4-year college or vocational program, with a preference given to previous recipients. The foundation values academic excellence and community commitment.

Overview

NOTE: The Application deadline is represented by the Pre proposal deadline. The Letters of Recommendation deadline is represented by the Full Proposal deadline. H.C. Shipman Scholarship Fund Herbert C. Shipman headed the W.H. Shipman Ltd. Company from 1943 until 1976. Mr. Shipman was also a conservationist, working to save the nene from extinction. He was amongst the first to raise orchids on Hawai'i Island and has a park named after him in Keaau. This scholarship fund was established by the H.C. Shipman Foundation in his memory for the purpose of supporting students from Keaau public high schools.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. HCF Criteria: Resident of the State of Hawaii Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.Donor Criteria: Demonstrate financial need Graduate of Keaau High School Attend a 4-year college or vocational education program