2025 Requests for Proposals

     In addition to the funding strategies for the publicly supported and universally accessible preschool system that is now being created, the Castle Foundation also provides substantial support to private early learning schools. To strengthen our vital private sector preschools, the trustees focus on the following response to needs:

  1. Proposals for Teacher Training Projects in Accredited Preschools
  2. Proposals for Achieving and Retaining Accreditation
  3. Proposals for Augmenting Quality in Hawaii’s Independent Preschools 
  4. Proposals for Improving Arts Education in Preschools 
  5. Proposals for Playground Repairs, construction, or upgrades in Private accredited or obtaining accreditation Preschools
  6. Proposals for Tuition Assistance in Accredited Preschools
  7. Proposals from Organizations Serving Children 0-36 months old