Molokai Student Awarded Nursing Scholarship

Kaiya Dunnam Enos. Courtesy photo

AlohaCare News Release

The AlohaCare Foundation awarded $54,000 in scholarships to 12 students across six islands pursuing careers in health or social services. The funds may be used for tuition, books, supplies, and fees including certification, testing and course costs. 

“What you see in this year’s recipients is a genuine commitment to uplifting the health of Hawaii,” said Francoise Culley-Trotman, President of the AlohaCare Foundation Board of Directors. “They are training to become the nurses, therapists and advocates for their communities. Their dedication to serve the islands they call home is what drives our Foundation’s work and we’re proud to support them.” 

The 2026-2027 school year recipient from Molokai is Kaiya Dunnam Enos, who will be pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing BS at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo. 

A Manaʻe native with roots in community service, she plans to return home after earning her nursing degree to provide high-quality care to her rural community. 

Scholarships are granted to AlohaCare members or their immediate family who are pursuing post-secondary degrees or programs related to health-related fields including social work.

The AlohaCare Foundation empowers Hawaiʻi’s residents and communities by creating and supporting initiatives to improve health access and equity. Rooted in AlohaCare’s legacy of community giving, the Foundation strengthens Hawaiʻi’s healthcare workforce and safety net through scholarships and grants. Visit www.foundation.alohacare.org to learn more.