Support for Working Kamaʻāina
You Work Hard. You Deserve Support.
Maui United Way’s Kamaʻāina Credit for ALICE Households Pilot Program provides financial support and guidance to help eligible Maui Nui households navigate times of financial strain. The program combines monthly assistance with connections to resources that can help address immediate needs and build greater stability over time.
$9,600
annual funding for ohana of 4+
Working hard doesn’t always mean making ends meet. For many Maui County residents, earning an income is not enough to keep pace with the high cost of housing, food, child care, transportation and other essentials. An unexpected expense can make an already difficult situation even harder.
Through monthly financial assistance, care coordination and connections to trusted local resources, the Kamaʻāina Credit for ALICE Households Pilot Program helps eligible residents navigate financial challenges and find support that fits their individual circumstances.
You don’t have to navigate it alone. See if you qualify and take the next step today.
What the Program Provides
Eligible households receive monthly financial assistance for up to 12 months. A household of one to three people may receive a total of $500 per month, while a household of four or more may receive $800 per month.
This assistance is not a loan and does not need to be repaid. Participants also receive ongoing support from a care coordinator who checks in monthly and helps connect them with resources.
Ready to Apply?
Applications open in October 2026. Deadline to apply is November 2026. Exact dates will be announced. All application information is confidential and used only for program administration. Since funding is limited, applying does not guarantee assistance. Selection is based on a random drawing of eligible applicants and is not first-come, first-served. Questions? CONTACT INFO NEEDED.
Eligibility
What You Need to Apply
Income Guidelines
Income guidelines are based on household size, location and local economic conditions. These guidelines are intended to help determine eligibility and are not strict income limits. Applicants will be asked to provide documentation of household income as part of the application process.
An individual
An individual
$xx,000 – $xx,000
`Ohana up to 3 people
`Ohana up to 3 people
$xx,000 – $xx,000
Ohana with 4+ people
Ohana with 4+ people
$xx,000 – $xx,000
What Can the Support Help With?
Financial assistance can help ease the pressure of essential household expenses, including housing, food, child care, transportation, health care and other basic needs.
Where Does the Funding Come From?
This initiative is made possible through the generosity of the County of Maui, community partners and supporters who believe in creating greater financial stability for ALICE Maui County households.
What Does ALICE Mean?
ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. ALICE households are working, but their income may not stretch far enough to cover the actual cost of living in their community. They may earn too much to qualify for traditional assistance programs while still experiencing financial hardship. A single unexpected expense can quickly create a larger financial setback.
You Don’t Have to Navigate it Alone
A care coordinator is your point of connection throughout the program, helping you identify resources, understand your options and connect with the right people and organizations based on your individual circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions
