We are not accepting proposals through US Mail, email or by fax. 

Proposals received after the deadline will not be considered. The County reserves the right to reject any proposal. 

The project funding period will be November 1, 2023 to October 31, 2024. The intent of the grant program is to deploy innovation on-island in the areas of small business, technology, transportation, agriculture, local manufacturing, creative industries, workforce development, circular economies, tourism destination management and product development. Proposals must identify a known deficiency, problem, or need within the Kauai community and deploy an innovative community project that will be or has been successful in other contexts. Proposals submitted shall be reviewed and considered for the receipt of funding, to applicant organizations.

 The deadline for submitting written questions was Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 4:00 PM via oedgrants@kauai.gov. 

Notification of OED’s approval and recommendation for funding will be made the week of October 16, 2023. 

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact Therilynn Martin-Haumea at 808-241-4299 or tmhaumea@kauai.gov no later than August 10th, 2023. Requests made as early as possible will allow adequate time to fulfill your request. 

Upon request, this notice is available in alternate formats such as large print, Braille, or electronic copy.