Mission
Kinai ‘Eha, which translates to 'To Extinguish Pain' in Hawaiian, focuses on helping youth who have dropped out of high school and struggle within the traditional education system. By offering a culturally relevant, trauma-informed educational experience, the nonprofit works to empower these young individuals by providing them with vocational training, life skills, and connections to their cultural heritage.
Basic Information
Founded in
2017
EIN
82-1366272
Total Assets
$281.4 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Community Involvement
Kinai ʻEha engages its students through hands-on community projects.

Vocational Training
Participants receive practical training in construction trades.

Cultural Connection
The program emphasizes Hawaiian cultural identity and traditions.
Impact Stats
Housing Success Rate
Housing Success
12 ʻōpio have secured transitional or permanent housing after completing the program.
Certification Rate
OSHA10 Certifications
70% of participants earned OSHA10 credentials.
Monthly Community Service Hours
Community Service Hours
18 hours of community service are provided each month through community events.
Testimonials
"When I was under ice it blocked out a lot of memories that I never like think about. It blocked out a lot of what a lot of people call excuses or reasons to get angry."
Kona Wright
Haumana
"Whatever our goal is we’ll get there. We just can’t forget where our roots are. We are Native Hawaiians and we will do whatever we set our minds to."
Alaka’i Kaʻapa
Haumana
"These certifications give them confidence. A lot of confidence to know that they can do this work and learn things that school is supposed to train them for out in the field."
Josiah Akau
Founder
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
57
36
/100
Program Expense Ratio
73.56%
8
/20
Program Revenue Growth
-100.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.04432
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.275
4
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 1.027M | 100.00% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 1.027M | 100.00% |