Celebrating 35 Years

Mauli Ola Mālamalama’s mākia, or purpose, is to support and facilitate the continued development of Native Hawaiian Health Professionals to increase the economic prosperity for the Native Hawaiian community.

Our Programs

Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program (NHHSP)

The NHHSP was established in 1991 to increase the number of Native Hawaiians in primary health professions.

The 2026-2027 Application Cycle is now closed. We are no longer accepting applications.

Kāko‘o Ulu ‘Oihana (KUO) Financial Assistance Program

This program was sunsetted in 2024 as we reevaluate our workforce development priorities.