Native Hawaiian Education Council

The Native Hawaiian Education Council (NHEC), a non-profit organization based in Honolulu, Hawaii, is dedicated to supporting and improving educational opportunities for Native Hawaiian students and communities. Registered in SAM.gov since 2010, NHEC operates as a Native Hawaiian Organization Owned Firm with a focus on developing innovative educational initiatives. The organization consistently receives federal grant awards from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, specifically through the Native Hawaiian Education program (CFDA 84.362), which provides substantial annual funding to support its mission of enhancing educational services for Native Hawaiians.

Through its federal grant awards, NHEC delivers a comprehensive range of culturally-relevant educational programs and services designed to meet the unique needs of Native Hawaiian students. These initiatives include early childhood education, language preservation, cultural instruction, literacy development, and STEM education programming. Each year, NHEC receives a $500,000 Project Grant that enables the organization to develop and implement educational strategies that maximize Native Hawaiian participation in program planning and management. The grants support innovative approaches that supplement existing educational authorities and create targeted interventions specifically tailored to Native Hawaiian communities. By focusing on culturally-sensitive educational methodologies, NHEC aims to improve educational outcomes, preserve cultural heritage, and provide meaningful learning experiences that directly benefit Native Hawaiian students across various age groups and educational contexts.