OHA Ka Wailele Emergency Financial Assistance Program
Ka Wailele Emergency Financial Assistance Program is now accepting applications!
Beginning February 1, 2022, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs will expand the assistance available to Native Hawaiians through its Ka Wailele Emergency Financial Assistance Program. In addition to mortgage, rental and utility support, Ka Wailele will now offer relief for car repairs, funeral expenses, and out-of-pocket medical expenses. Maximum awards will also be increased from $1500 to $2000.
OHA encourages Native Hawaiians who are at least 18 years old in financial hardship to review the program requirements and apply. No income requirements pertain, but Native Hawaiians are limited in receiving OHA emergency financial assistance once every two (2) years.
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How to Apply:
Online application: www.KaWailele.org
By phone: (808) 587-7656 (*the 808 area code must be dialed)
In-person: Apply at any Financial Opportunity Center listed on OHA’s website from Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm.