Act 310 Nonprofit Emergency Grants
Helping Hawaiʻi’s Nonprofits Stay Strong
The evaluation committee established by Act 310 has opened applications for the Act 310 Nonprofit Grants Program, made possible through emergency funding approved by the Hawaiʻi State Legislature. The program supports nonprofits across the islands who have been impacted by changes in federal funding, helping ensure essential services continue for Hawaiʻi’s communities.
About the Program
Act 310 (SB 933) allocates $50 million to the Office of Community Services (OCS) within the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations for fiscal year 2025–2026.
Aloha United Way is partnering with OCS to provide administrative support for the grant process.
AUW Grants – Awardee Resources
Use this page to access everything you need to complete your Eligibility Verification and Application Amendment Process. On this page we have provided the link to the AUW Grants Management Portal, Application Amendment Guidebook, Amendment Webinar recording, PowerPoint slides, and required forms.
Please review the webinar and guidebook for instructions prior to starting application amendments.
AUW Grants Management Portal Guidebook
Upload all items requested into the AUW Grants Management Portal.
Orientation Webinar & Presentation
We encourage all applicants to review the recorded webinar and slide deck before beginning the application amendments. These resources provide an overview of the final requirements to initiate the Subcontracting Phase.
Webinar Recording
Act 310 Budget and Outcomes Amendment Webinar
PowerPoint Slides
Use the slides as a reference while preparing your documentation uploads and completing the required forms.
Required Forms & Templates
Download and complete the forms below as instructed in the Guidebook. When finished, upload the completed versions into the AUW Grants Management Portal.
Declarations Page
This form confirms that your organization meets eligibility requirements and agrees to the terms and conditions of the grant.
Act 310 Master Budget
Use this template to provide a detailed project budget, including all revenue and expense line items supported by Act 310 funds.
Sample Corporate Resolution
This sample outlines a board-approved resolution authorizing your organization to apply for and accept AUW grant funds. Adapt it to match your organization’s requirements.
Sample Records Retention Policy
Use this sample as a guide for developing or updating your organization’s records retention policy to align with grant and audit requirements.
Subcontracting Process
Applicants will be contacted by Aloha United Way over the next few weeks to begin the subcontracting phase and receive their subcontract. AUW will email awardees no later than Monday November 24th and provide a format and instructions to submit amendments. Once provided format, please submit adjustments AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. The following items will be required to include in the subcontract:
- Current Certificate of Insurance from the Grantee’s insurance agency (review PDF for more details)
- A corporate resolution showing the duly designated person(s) who has the authority to sign the contract on behalf of the Grantee. Must include the name and title of the authorized signee(s). The duly designated person(s) cannot sign the resolution and authorize themselves.
- A copy of the Grantee’s letterhead or invoice showing its legal and mailing addresses.
Reporting Requirements
- Subcontracted awardees will be required to complete monthly fiscal and program reporting.
- More information regarding reporting will be provided within the coming weeks, and all dates and reports will be finalized and provided in the subcontract sent to awardees by AUW.
Need Help?
Email:
stategrants@auw.org
Congratulations to all Act 310 Applicants selected!
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“Nonprofits are the backbone of our communities. Aloha United Way is proud to support the Office of Community Services in administering Act 310, ensuring Hawaiʻi’s nonprofit sector has the resources it needs to keep vital services available for those who need them most.”
— Michelle Bartell, President & CEO, Aloha United Way
About Aloha United Way
Since 1919, Aloha United Way has united people and resources to create lasting change. Through programs like the 211 Helpline, ALICE, and the Safety Net Fund, AUW helps build a more resilient Hawaiʻi where everyone can thrive.