For Profit (structured as an LLC or corporation)
Proof of Concept (i.e. Sales, Partnerships, Active Users, etc.)
50% of FoundHers must be women, of Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, or Asian descent, AND based in Hawaiʻi
Early Stage (under 3 years of existence)
Falls under at least one of our five industries of focus Tech, Food, Fashion, Keiki/Education, and Health/Wellness
FoundHers’ values align with our own

Tech: communication systems, social media, IoT, online activism, AI, computer science
Food Systems/Restaurants: farms, produce, consumer goods
Fashion: accessories, clothing, apparel recycling/disposal programs
Health & Wellness: spirituality, beauty products, natural remedies, mental health services, fitness
Keiki/Education: children's toys, education programs or tools, art and art programs

If you aren’t sure if you meet every program qualification, we encourage you to submit an inquiry, or submit an application.

Funding amounts will be determined at the beginning of the program.

No, the funding is a grant and does not take equity in return.

On average, our participants spend 10 hours per week on the program, including curriculum meetings, mentor meetings, and assignments. This does not include the in-person retreats that take place over 1 weekend per-month.