Nā Leo TV is proud to support Hawai‘i Island youth in pursuing careers in media through our Ho‘o Lono Scholarship. The word "Ho‘o" means "to make," and "Lono" signifies "a report or news." This scholarship reflects our belief in nurturing island youth who are passionate about storytelling and sharing impactful stories within our communities. It provides vital support to students pursuing broadcast, journalism, digital and creative media, or related fields.

SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY
The Ho‘o Lono Scholarship is for Hawai‘i Island youth who are: 

  • High school students accepted into a two- or four-year college, majoring in media, journalism, digital/creative media, or a related field.

  • Current college students attending a post-secondary institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in one of these disciplines.

Each year, multiple scholarships ranging between $1,000-$2,500 are awarded for the Fall and Spring semesters. This financial support is intended to encourage and advance the educational and professional growth of Hawai‘i's next generation of media professionals, contributing to the enrichment of our island's media landscape.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
The application for Spring 2025 Semester closes on Friday, December 13, 2024 at 5PM. Only completed applications will be considered. Please answer all questions and attach the following documents:

  • Letter of Recommendation from someone who can speak to your skills, character, and dedication.

  • Proof of enrollment or acceptance letter from the educational institution you are attending or will attend. 

  • Most Recent Academic Transcript showing a minimum 3.0 GPA.

  • Portfolio (optional) that highlights your media-related projects, such as video clips, articles, photos, or other relevant work.

Click here to view the application questions. 

APPLICATION REVIEW PROCESS
Applications will be reviewed by members of Nā Leo TV’s Board of Directors and Executive Team. Selections are based on a student’s commitment to their chosen field, service to the Hawai‘i Island community, academic performance, and involvement in extracurricular activities.

AWARDS NOTIFICATION
Scholarship recipients will be notified via email by Friday, January 10, 2025. Awards and scholarship checks will be presented in mid-January, along with an invitation to participate in an exclusive NLTV podcast.