The ACE mission is to advance K-12 educational freedom, with a focus on securing financial support for families so they may access the quality education of their choice. 

Scholarship award amounts are $3,000 per student in grades K-8 and $4,000 per student in grades 9-12. 

Visit the ACE Scholarships website for details. Start the application process here. The application window for SY2026-27 is February 2 - April 15th. 

All current awarded scholars need to submit an application in order to remain on scholarship.  Please sign in to your existing ACE Portal account. 

Child Care Aware Program

Military families may apply for the Child Care Aware of America Assistance program for early and after school care.

Click here: https://www.childcareaware.org/state/hawaii/

Child Care Connection Hawaii

If you are a parent with a child ages 6 weeks-6 years in Hawaii and have your child enrolled in day care/preschool, APPLY for CCCH. 

The Child Care Connection Hawaii (CCCH) subsidy program helps low-income families to sustain their employment, educational efforts and job training by paying a subsidy for their children who are in the care of DHS-approved child care providers. Click here for more info.

Don Dymond Scholarship

Welcoming and casual, the Kalapawai Market and its sister Cafe, located in the heart of Kailua town, embody the values and ethos of its founder, Mr. Don Dymond. In his memory, the Dymond family and many generous donors have established the Don Dymond Scholarship Fund at Le Jardin Academy. In honor of Don, his work ethic, and his commitment to mentor young people in the workplace, this $1,000 award is to acknowledge a LJA student's actual good work, both in school and in the workplace.

Criteria & Requirements:

• Current Le Jardin Academy student going into his/her senior year
• Worked a minimum of 3 consecutive months during his/her high school years or held a job while attending school. Consideration given to 1st: working during the school year, 2nd: during the school year and during the summer, 3rd: during the summer. Internships apply
• Minimum GPA of 3.0

How to Apply:

Submit the following items to the High School Administrative Assistant at stacey.surina@lejardinacademy.org by February 15.

• A completed Don Dymond Scholarship application form
• Employer verification of at least 3 months of consecutive employment (a formal letter, on letterhead, from the employer will suffice)
• Favorable employer reference
• A short essay explaining how you balance both work and school, and key lessons learned

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact stacey.surina@lejardinacademy.org.

Kahapua'ohai provides tuition assistance to 'ohana with keiki ages 3 to 5 who face financial barriers to accessing quality early learning programs during these critical developmental years.  Applications open September 15 and are due December 1.  For more information and to apply, Click here.  

The Kamakahoohie Scholarship provides financial support to individuals who've lost a parent/primary caretaker. The purpose of the scholarship is to help these young people in achieving their academic goals through financial assistance.

The requirements are:

• Must be no older than 25 years of age.
• Must have lost a parent or primary caretaker through death. (Must submit copy of death certificate)
• Applicant Statement/Essay - 850 word max, expressing why you are applying for this scholarship and the proposed use of the scholarship funds
• Must submit two (2) supporting letters by anyone (other than the applicant) who is able to provide the nominating committee with a perspective as to why the applicant is deserving of this scholarship.
• Submit an image file (.jpg) of yourself. You may also submit a short one-minute video (optional)

The Foundation's scholarship nominating committee will determine the number and amount of each scholarship following the March 1, 2025 deadline. The scholarship amounts will be no less than $2,000 and no more than $7,500!

Application form, photo, and supporting documents must be submitted as a SINGLE PDF file to kamakahoohiescholarship@gmail.com by March 1, 2025. Letters of support and optional video may be sent separately to the same email address.

Please reach out to the Kamakahoohie Scholarship Reid J.K. Richards Foundation if you have any questions.

Kipona Scholarship

The Kipona Scholarship (KS) is a need-based scholarship for eligible keiki who are applying to a KS-eligible private school in Hawai'i.  The 2026-27 Kipona application is open only for renewal recipients with no new applicants being accepted.  Families currently receiving Kipona support may continue to reapply each year until the end of their eligibility period, provided their keiki remains enrolled at an eligible school.  The renewal deadline is December 1, 2025.  Families are asked to submit 2024 Federal Tax Returns (with all schedules) and complete their renewal through FACTS Grand and Aid by the deadline.  

Merit Scholarship

Le Jardin Academy offers a number of merit based scholarships to rising 7th and 9th graders who are academically exceptional and well-rounded students. Awards are typically around 25% of tuition, renewed each year and additional need-based aid is available for students, up to 100% of tuition, for families who require further financial support. Families interested in receiving need-based financial assistance above and beyond the scholarship amount may apply for financial aid by February 15 online through Clarity. Applications received after the deadline cannot be considered for need-based assistance in addition to the scholarship.

To qualify for this scholarship, rising 7th and 9th grade students must:

• demonstrate high academic promise and good character
• participate actively in extra-curricular activities in and outside of school
• exhibit outstanding leadership skills

The following items are due to the Director of Admission by February 15 to be considered for the scholarships:
*Please note, current LJA students need not submit references or report cards. We will collect those on your behalf. If you are an applicant to LJA we will use references and report cards that you have submitted with your LJA application.

• Completed scholarship application form and essay
• Teacher reference reports (new applicants)
• Report cards from current and prior year (new applicants)
• SSAT test score report (by January 31)
• Tuition assistance application submitted through School and Student Services (SSS) (optional)

The Hūlili Scholarship acts as a bridge for ‘ohana, connecting students to private school education that might otherwise be out of reach. It provides tuition assistance to keiki entering Grade 6 or Grade 9 who face financial barriers, opening doors to opportunities while nurturing both individual growth and family resilience.

• Application window: February 17 – March 17, 2026

Click here for more information and to apply.

Pauahi Keiki Scholarship

The Pauahi Keiki Scholarship (PKS) is a need-based scholarship for eligible keiki who are applying to an eligible private school in Hawai'i.  Families currently receiving PKS support may continue to reapply through the end of their eligibility period, provided their keiki remains enrolled at an eligible school.  'Ohana seeking information about renewing their existing scholarships will be contacted directly by the Pauahi Foundation. 

Applications are now being accepted from incoming 7th graders for Le Jardin Academy’s third cohort of Pōmaika’i Scholars! The Pōmaika’i Scholarship covers 100% of a childʻs annual tuition from grades 7 through 12 and can also support lunch, technology, and program expenses.  The Pōmakai‘i Scholar is a motivated student of good character who demonstrates academic promise and has significant financial need.  Preference will be given to students from underserved, underrepresented and/or marginalized communities, as well as to first-generation college-goers. This scholarship is made possible through generous support from the PWH Educational Foundation and Le Jardin Academy. 

To qualify for this scholarship, rising 7th grade families must:

• Complete an LJA Admissions Application and Pōmaika’i Scholarship Application
• Demonstrate financial need as determined by completing a financial aid application through Clarity. 
• Demonstrate academic promise and good character

Applications are due no later than February 15. Application fees will be waived. Interested families are encouraged to contact jennifer.souza@lejardinacademy.org for assistance with fee waivers, questions, and personal assistance with the application process.

Preschool Open Doors

Preschool Open Doors are now accepting applications for children born August 1, 2020 through July 31, 2022 for the 2025 school year.  The POD program provides monthly preschool tuition subsidies to qualified families, up to TWO years prior to Kindergarten. Click here for complete information. 

Preschool Open Doors (POD) promotes school readiness by providing child care subsidies to eligible families for the year prior to kindergarten. The Department of Human Services (DHS) contracts with PATCH to run the program. The DHS administers the program.

Shapiro Family Scholarship

The Shapiro Family Scholarship is awarded to current or incoming Le Jardin Academy students with one or both parents or guardians in the active U.S. military. Students must be in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or above where applicable. Students from Pre-Kindergarten to High School may apply. Special consideration given to multi-sibling families and families experiencing hardship. Priority given to current recipients and new applicants will be considered pending fund availability. 

Criteria & Requirements:

• Minimum GPA of 3.0  
• One or both parents or guardians actively serving in the U.S. military
• Special consideration given to multi-sibling families and families experiencing hardship
• Financial need considered.

How to Apply:

• Click Here to complete an application and submit a short essay sharing your military background and how it has impacted your family.
• Click Here to complete a financial aid application through Clarity. An analysis will be sent directly to Le Jardin Academy. 

Deadline to apply is February 15.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact Jennifer Souza at jennifer.souza@lejardinacademy.org or 808-261-0707 x1310.