Giving
Why Give?
We are dedicated to building nurturing relationships with alumni, parents, community leaders, and donors to secure the resources necessary for our continued growth and excellence.
Your contribution plays a vital role in ensuring that Honolulu Waldorf School remains a place where children can explore their potential and flourish. Every contribution is recognized, valued, and maximized to support our mission of providing an exceptional Waldorf education.
“Arts education should be fundamental. It should be woven through the entire curriculum. The cognitive skills of artists are some of the most important cognitive skills today.” ~ Daniel Pink, author, ‘A Whole New Mind’
Humza Malik
Scholarship Fund
Humza Malik was a student at the Honolulu Waldorf School from 2006-2010. He joined Mr. William Gentner’s Grade 3 class mid-year where he felt welcomed and vested in the school. Waldorf shaped his life, and he made so many wonderful friends during his time at the school. Even after Humza moved to Chicago in 2010, he always kept in touch with his Waldorf friends. Click below to read more. . .
Annual Giving Fund
The Annual Fund is HWS’s most important fundraising activity of the year and is an essential part of the school’s operating budget. Our annual budget is comprised of a blend of tuition income and your philanthropic support. Together, these funds support the current operations and essential needs of the school. The Annual Fund drive is an appeal to all members of our community to make tax-deductible contributions that help ensure the best possible education for our children. These gifts improve the daily lives of students and faculty members. Click below to read more. . .
Roberta Ozaki Bishop Memorial Fund
Roberta Ozaki Bishop transformed the quality of education for countless schools throughout Hawaii and across the nation. In her work with the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS), Roberta was instrumental in developing the current accreditation processes for independent schools that are rigorous, self-reflective, and promote school improvement. She guided and mentored all HAIS member schools, and their leaders, in implementing best practices . . . Click below to read more. . .