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Hawaii's Kumukahi Health Secures $1M for Transgender Care

9/7/2025

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Kumukahi Secures Grant

Kumukahi Health + Wellness in Hawaii secured a $1 million grant from the Stupski Foundation for a transitional housing program and a transgender health navigator.
The initiative will assist 10 to 20 trans and mahu individuals annually, providing access to gender-affirming care.
CEO Peter Silva noted challenges from reduced government support and policies affecting transgender recognition.
The transitional housing facility opens in early October, offering six-month stays for those at risk of incarceration.
About 70% of the grant will create an endowment to address potential federal funding cuts in 2026.

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Kumukahi Secures Grant

Kumukahi Health + Wellness in Hawaii secured a $1 million grant from the Stupski Foundation for a transitional housing program and a transgender health navigator.
The initiative will assist 10 to 20 trans and mahu individuals annually, providing access to gender-affirming care.
CEO Peter Silva noted challenges from reduced government support and policies affecting transgender recognition.
The transitional housing facility opens in early October, offering six-month stays for those at risk of incarceration.
About 70% of the grant will create an endowment to address potential federal funding cuts in 2026.

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