We envision a future Hawaii where our leaders serve others and drive change through collaboration and coalition building.

Develop a sustainable scholarship endowment

We raise money through events that encourage young professionals to pay it forward.

Recognize the contributions of young leaders

We award scholarships to support Hawaii students who have made an impact in their communities.

Empower future difference makers

We strive to provide the tools to those who want to make Hawaii a better place.

Our Origin

We founded this nonprofit, the Jordan & Cara Odo Scholarship Foundation, in 2014 as a way to help people in our community, spread the joys of philanthropy and service to others, and throw fun parties for a great cause.  In the process, we've met and been impressed with so many talented and hardworking high school and college students. 

We are so fortunate to work alongside such a great team of friends.  With their help, we will continue our efforts of bringing our community together, awarding more scholarships, and mentoring up and coming leaders.  We'd love for you to join us!

- Jordan & Cara Odo

Our Logo

We chose to feature the leaf of the kukui (candlenut tree) due to its symbolism in traditional Hawaiian culture.  The oil from the kukui nut was used to provide light to Native Hawaiians.  Even today, when we rely on electricity to power our lights, the kukui is equated with light and wisdom.

Our Team

We have a team of highly talented and community-oriented volunteers, who serve on our Board of Directors, Leadership Council, Scholarship Committee, and Mentorship Committee.

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