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UH West O‘ahu — Where Innovation Meets Community

The University of Hawai‘i–West O‘ahu is dedicated to empowering students and strengthening our local communities through forward-thinking programs that create future leaders. On Giving Day, we’re excited to showcase six Spotlight Funds that reflect our commitment to student well-being, cultural preservation and elevation, and innovative solutions. And if these highlights don’t speak to your passion, we invite you to explore other meaningful opportunities to support UH West O‘ahu. Together, we can shape a brighter future for our island home.

UH West O‘ahu Spotlight Funds

UH West Oʻahu Chancellor’s Fund

Basic Needs

The Eddie Kamae Songbook & Kamae Archive

Accounting

UH West Oʻahu University Band

Risk Management and Insurance

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Campus Spotlight

For UH Mānoa

For UH Mānoa Athletics

For Hawai‘i Community College

For Honolulu Community College

For Kapi‘olani Community College

For Kaua‘i Community College

For Leeward Community College

For Windward Community College

Match

$10,000 Match from UH President Wendy Hensel!

Please join President Wendy Hensel in support of all UH students and research! She will match your gift, dollar for dollar up to $10,000 doubling your impact right here in our University community!

$10,000 MATCHED

Completed

Match

Hawaii Independent Insurance Agents Association Match!

Join Hawaii Independent Insurance Agents Association in supporting the UH West Oʻahu insurance program. HIIA will match the next $300 raised, dollar-for-dollar!

$300 MATCHED

Completed

$25,000

Join the Challenge for the University of Hawai‘i

Join UH Trustee Ginny Tiu in a global challenge! When we reach 1,000 gifts across all 10 campuses, her generous $25K donation will be unlocked. Let’s come together and make this happen—every gift counts!

1,000 / 1,000 Gifts

Completed

Match

Twice is Nice! Support of Basic Needs at UHWO!

Join Chancellor Maenette Benham in supporting basic needs at UH West Oʻahu. She is committed to matching the next $250 raised, dollar-for-dollar!

$250 MATCHED

Completed

$800

Explore UH West Oʻahu Challenge

Discover the impact of giving! When 20 donors join Chancellor Maenette Benham in supporting UH West Oʻahu, $800 will be unlocked to benefit student programs and campus initiatives. Make your gift and help us reach our goal!

$20 / $20 Raised

Completed

Match

Honoring Eddie and Myrna Kamae! Double Your Impact!

Join friend Larry Johnson in honoring the legacy of Eddie and Myrna Kamae. He will match every gift, dollar-for-dollar, up to $5,000. Your support will make twice the impact to expand access to the rich archive of stories, music, and cultural heritage.

Completed

Match

Support the Match or UH West Oʻahu's Accounting Program!

Join Chancellor Maenette Benham in supporting the UH West Oʻahu Accounting Program. She is committed to matching the first $250 raised, dollar-for-dollar!

$250 MATCHED

Completed

Match

University of Hawaii Match is ON!

Join alum and emeritus president Lassner as he continues to support all UH students and research! He will match your gift, dollar for dollar up to $10,000 doubling your impact right here in our University community! Start time: 3/9/25 at 3:00pm

$10,000 MATCHED

Completed

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