Parents-In-Need (PIN)

Persons-In-Need Program (PIN)

Providing funding to address the needs of children throughout Hawai`i with serious medical conditions or special educational needs. Supported by a Grant from the Hawai`i Community Foundation & the Kitaro Watanabe Fund.

What is the PIN Program?

The Persons in Need (PIN) Program makes awards to benefit individuals who meet specific eligibility criteria. The PIN Program began in 1988 at the Hawai`i Community Foundation (HCF).

PIN Program Goal:

To improve the quality of life

for individual Hawai`i residents.

How is the PIN Program Funded?

The PIN Program at the HCF is a collection of funds from private foundations and HCF funds. The funds may be targeted to address a particular need or a particular geographic area, e.g. children currently in foster care, children needing speech therapy or individuals aged 50 years or older.

Contact HCF Kauai office at 245-4585 (toll-free at 1-888-245-4585) or www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org for a complete list of PIN Program funds and participating agencies.

How Are Funds Distributed?

First, HCF receives charitable contributions from various donors who intend to help the people of Hawai`i.
Second, based on the donor's wishes, HCF distributes these funds to community agencies with specific criteria. The Learning Disabilities Association of Hawai`i (LDAH) received a grant from HCF's Kitaro Watanabe Fund.
Third, based on their procedures and priorities, community agencies process applications and determine whether an award is appropriate.

Interested in a PIN award from LDAH?

Contact LDAH by phone, fax or email to request a PIN Application, or download application now by clicking this link:

PIN APPLICATION DOWNLOAD

Complete and submit the application, including required social summary or supporting statement, and name and address of the vendor. If an award is made a check will be issued directly to the vendor.

When does LDAH make PIN awards?

Completed PIN applications are reviewed and awards made throughout the year as funds are available. An award will only be made to a vendor if:

The award will benefit a person age 17 or younger.
The award will benefit a child who has a serious medical condition or education needs.

Preference for awards:

Child with longstanding residence in Hawai`i
One-time assistance will significantly affect ability to address problem or concern
Children in poverty or gap group