The mission of Women’s Fund of Hawaii is to support innovative, grassroots programs that empower women and girls statewide. It focuses on providing information and education on women’s and girls’ philanthropy, highlighting issues pertinent to women and girls, and increasing the visibility of its grantees. The overarching goal is to ensure every woman and girl in Hawaii is safe, healthy, financially secure, and empowered to reach her fullest potential.
The grant program is directed toward supporting programs that serve women and girls in Hawaii, aligning with values that emphasize dignity, partnership, cultural respect, and self-determination. The grants aim to enhance women's financial security and dignity, and girls' strengths and leadership. They focus on building the inherent gifts, strengths, and well-being of women and girls, addressing barriers to their success such as abuse, neglect, poverty, health issues, homelessness, racism, and violence, among others. Special interest is given to programs for girls, those serving Native Hawaiian women and girls, and initiatives in rural areas, though funding is not limited to these areas.