A Foundation created in 2013 from the Estate of Laurence H. Dorcy offering grants to organizations in Hawaii whose charitable purposes are aligned with priorities established by its Board of Directors.
Given the challenging times we are experiencing, the Dorcy Foundation has decided to focus its grantmaking in 2026 to provide general operating support to organizations focused on helping our most vulnerable populations around critical needs in health care, food and holistic supports. As part of general operating support, we will look at the applicant’s abilities to raise funds in addition to support from Dorcy as we do not want to create a primary dependency on organizations counting on our ongoing support. In 2026, we will conduct two rounds of grantmaking in the spring and fall in recognition of the shifting landscape in terms of needs in the community and philanthropic and government support.
Grant Applications must be received no later than February 16th of each year.
Dorcy Foundation History
Laurence Dorcy’s great grandfather was James J. Hill, the “Empire Builder”, founder of the Great Northern and Northern Pacific railroads, and owner of the First National Bank of St. Paul (a cornerstone of what is now U.S. Bank). Dorcy’s grandfather was Louis W. Hill Sr., an equally accomplished businessman, who as President of the Railroads acquired northern Minnesota lands rich in iron ore deposits…
Board Chairman & President: William Ferguson Directors: David Barrett, Isaac Hall, Kelvin Taketa
