2026 Scholarship Recipients
The goal of the HCCNC Scholarship Program is to support student leaders as role models for the Hawai‘i community. The Scholarship Program is aimed at strengthening the pipeline of Bay Area college-bound students and ensuring retention so that more students obtain their degrees. We seek to support qualified kama‘āina, and assist them in making the transition from high school to college, and from Hawai‘i to the mainland.
The HCCNC Scholarship Program has provided over $125,000 in scholarships donated to deserving students, which would not be possible without our incredible sponsors, supporters, and community gathering for our galas.
This year we are pleased to support three outstanding students! Congratulations to Kingsten Cambra, Fiona Eddy, Jonathan Kim, and Rachel Tao, recipients of the 2026 HCCNC Scholarship!
KINGSTEN CAMBRA
Kingsten Cambra is a current freshman at Santa Clara University, majoring in Economics under the University Honors Program. Born and raised on Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, Santa Clara University freshman Kingsten Cambra is majoring in Economics through the University Honors Program. Raised on Oʻahu, he developed a passion for communication, advocacy, and service during his time at ʻAiea High School, where he captained the speech and debate team, interned at the William S. Richardson School of Law, and earned recognition as a State Champion in United States Extemporaneous Speaking and NSDA District Student of the Year. As a first-generation college student, Kingsten is committed to leadership and community impact. At Santa Clara, he serves as a freshman representative for Ka Manaʻo O Hawaiʻi Club and Wellness Chair for Alpha Kappa Psi. He hopes to pursue a career in law or business and is grateful to HCCNC for empowering him on his college journey.
fiona eddy
University of California, Berkeley student Fiona Eddy, originally from Honoka‘a, plans to study Integrative Biology and pursue a career in optometry. A 2025 graduate of Parker School, she hopes to return to Hawaiʻi Island as an optometrist while staying active in environmental conservation and community service. Throughout high school, Fiona held leadership roles in student government, athletics, and volunteer organizations, including serving as Vice President of Interact Club and founding her school’s cross-country team. She completed over 250 hours of community service through environmental restoration, mentoring, food banks, and educational programs, including work at Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge. At Berkeley, Fiona is involved in several student organizations related to optometry, environmental science, and outdoor leadership. This summer, she will intern at Hōkūʻula Eyecare while continuing her work at Waipiʻo Fruit Shack. She is grateful to HCCNC for supporting her educational journey and future goals.
jonathan kim
Santa Clara University sophomore Jonathan Kim is double majoring in Anthropology and Political Science with a Pre-Law emphasis. Raised in the Waiʻalae-Kāhala area of Oʻahu, he graduated from Punahou School in 2024. During high school, Jonathan built a strong foundation in leadership and service through JROTC, Outdoor Education, and serving as captain of the varsity wrestling team. At Santa Clara, Jonathan serves as Co-Chair of Ka Manaʻo O Hawaiʻi, helping foster community and cultural connection among students. He is also conducting independent research on the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to better understand land rights, governance, and challenges facing Native Hawaiian beneficiaries. Jonathan plans to pursue a career in law and hopes to return home to serve Hawaiʻi’s communities. He is grateful to HCCNC for supporting his educational journey.
rachel tao
Stanford University junior Rachel is majoring in Human Biology and is passionate about advancing health equity through community-based engagement. Originally from Hawaiʻi Island, she is especially committed to improving healthcare access in rural and Native Hawaiian communities and plans to pursue a career in medicine and public health. At Stanford, Rachel co-founded and leads Stanford Alternative Spring Break’s Mālama Hawaiʻi trip, a service-learning program focused on rural health equity. The initiative is the program’s first trip to Hawaiʻi in recent years and its first based in Hilo, Rachel’s hometown. Through partnerships with local healthcare organizations and community leaders, the program connects students with direct service opportunities while exploring barriers to healthcare access in Hawaiʻi communities. Rachel is grateful to HCCNC for supporting her educational journey.