We believe the youth are our future leaders and have the creativity and determination to create a genuine change within their commuity and in their personal lives.

Our scholarship support has provided Wai'anae Coast youth the opportunity to attend civic minded school events, special conferences, travel experiences, educational workshops, participation in cultural activities, and organized sports.

Since 1999, 1850 youth (ages 8-17) have benefitted from our monthly scholarship program.  Each month $1,500 is budgeted for our Scholarship Fund.  Checks payable to supporting agency, never to child or family.

• HOW TO APPLY   
• APPLICATION GUIDELINES
• AWARD PRESENTATIONS
• EMAIL AN APPLICATION - CLICK HERE

HOW TO APPLY - send an email to denice@valleyofrainbows.org for an online application.

Pick up applications during normal business hours, Monday to Friday, at:

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

• Resident of Wai'anae Coast (Kahe to Ka'ena Point), Oahu.
• Age 8-17 by application deadline.
• An active member or registered participant in an established, organized youth club, activity or event.
• Submit a fifty (50) word essay descirbing your activity, explaing how funds will be used, why you need these funds and how long you've participated in this activity.
• Include a wallet size picture with your application. (Sorry, will not be returned).
• Attach a copy of your recent report card. (will not be returned).
• Maximum award (five) 5 awards per person in a lifetime, once in a 12 month period.
• Complete six (6) hours of community service before getting another award (or within the calendar year), or unable to reapply for future funds.  Encouraged to assist at Waianae Coast Sunset on the Beach held each year in August.  (Parent/Guardian asked to assist with child for those under 14).
• Verification from school event organizer, or club official required.  Phone and signature required, agency will be contacted for verification with copy of activity budget or expense detail.
• No monthly award distribution the month prior to Sunset on the Beach.  These applications will be awarded from the Main Stage at Waianae Coast Sunset on the Beach.
• NEW!  Effective January 1, 2008.  Applications must now be mailed to our PO Box 1009, Wai'anae, HI 96792, postmarked by the first Monday of each month.  Please use #10 envelope to ensure timely delivery.  (Larger envelopes may delay application as we will not be able to pick up at P.O.).  Please add extra postage to guarantee delivery.  We are NOT responsible for postage due or delayed/lost mailings.  Please do NOT fax applications.
• Parent/Guardian signature required.
• Incomplete applications will be returned and delay your application, be sure to read checklist thoroughly.  Please DO NOT make copies of application to submit.  You can make a personal copy for your records/files.   
• NEW July 1, 2009!  Send an email to denice@valleyofrainbows.org for an online fillable application packet.  Must have Adobe Reader to view and fill in.
• After June 2010, volunteer/service project will be scheduled at Global Youth Service Day April 2010.
  

AWARD PRESENTATION

• Recipients will be contacted upon approval.
• Attend award presentation to receive your scholarship, usually 3rd Monday @ Waianae Satellite City Hall Conference Room starting at 6 p.m.  Must be present to receive award or send a family representative.  We start on time, please come early!
• Parents and family members invited.  Great photo opportunity! 
• Look for your picture in the monthly issue of Westside Stories, page 2, our media partner.
  

 Email denice@valleyofrainbows.org for an e-application today!