Nā Leo TV is proud to support Hawaiʻi Island youth pursuing careers in the creative industries through the Ho‘olono Scholarship. Ho‘o means “to make,” and lono refers to “a report or the sharing of news” — together reflecting the act of bringing stories to life.

This scholarship embodies our commitment to nurturing island youth who are passionate about creating and sharing stories that matter, and who seek to make a positive impact in their communities. It provides meaningful support to students pursuing broadcast, journalism, digital and creative media, or related fields.

The Ho‘olono Scholarship is awarded twice annually to Hawaiʻi Island high school graduates and college students.

  • Marlon Utrera, Jr.

    Ho‘olono Spring 2025 Awardee
    Kealakehe High School
    Studying film and media production at Babson College in Massachusetts

  • Lehani Coloma

    Ho‘olono Spring 2025 Awardee
    Kamehameha Schools Hawai‘i
    Studying broadcast and communication at Grand Canyon University in Arizona

  • Rhyann Rimmer

    Ho‘olono Spring 2025 Awardee
    Hilo High School, Valedictorian
    Studying creative media at Northeastern University in Massachusetts

  • Daysen Higa

    Ho‘olono Fall 2024 Awardee
    Waiākea High School, Valedictorian
    Studying engineering at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa

  • Erin Wagner

    Ho‘olono Fall 2024 Awardee
    Hilo High School
    Studying journalism at Lewis & Clark College in Oregon

‘Ōpio Media Makers

Explore podcasts featuring our Ho‘olono Scholarship Awardees. We are continually inspired by the brilliance, drive, and determination of our local youth, and excited to follow the paths they are forging ahead.