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Jon "J.D." Sakamoto Memorial Scholarship

Hawai'i Community Foundation
Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 12/8/2025
Closes: 2/26/2026

The Jon "J.D." Sakamoto Memorial Scholarship is for Hawaii residents studying culinary arts, music, or art. Special consideration is given to graduates of Kealakehe High School in Kailua, Hawaii, or Konawaena High School in Kealakekua, Hawaii.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: Yes
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Requirements
  • Minimum 3.00 GPA
  • Resident of Hawaii County, Hawaii
  • Undergraduate or graduate student
  • Seeking a professional certification, associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree
  • Studying art, culinary arts, or music
  • Demonstrate financial need Preference is given to graduates of Kealakehe or Konawaena high schools in Hawaii.

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree, Graduate Degree
    Current Grade
    Community College Freshman, Community College Sophomore, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, 5th Year College Undergraduate, Nth Year College Undergraduate, Graduate Student
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: HI
    • County: Hawaii
    Intended Area of Study
    Culinary Arts and Food Service, Music, Fine and Studio Arts Management
    Minimum GPA
    3

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