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Attachment E - PONC 2025 - Kumukahi 6. Have partnerships with government agencies or private or nonprofit entities been identified to leverage resources. Several key partnerships have been established with government agencies, private entities, and nonprofit organizations to leverage resources, ensure responsible stewardship, and maximize the impact of preservation efforts at Kumukahi. Government Partnerships The Dept. of Land & Natural Resources (DLNR) and the University of Hawai'i (UH) have committed to transferring their parcels to the County of Hawai'i via Executive Order, reducing the financial burden of land acquisition and enabling County-led stewardship and management. These transfers facilitate the consolidation of Kumukahi's lands, paving the way for comprehensive resource management and cultural preservation. Nonprofit Partnerships for Fiscal &Stewardship Management Two key Native Hawaiian nonprofit organizations - Ho'oulu Lahui and the Kuamo'o Family Foundation - have been identified as core partners to oversee fiscal and organizational management, community engagement, and stewardship implementation. Ho'oulu Lahui • Role: Ho'oulu Lahui will provide fiscal management, organizational oversight, and ensure the implementation of the Burial Treatment Plan, which aligns with its mission and strategic priorities. • Leadership Connection: Co-founder Keikialoha Kekipi and Board President Keone Kalawe are both recognized lineal descendants of Kumukahi, ensuring that stewardship remains deeply rooted in cultural integrity. • Proven Experience: Since its formation in 1995, Ho'oulu Lahui has successfully raised and managed over $20 million in local, state, and federal grants, demonstrating its capacity to sustain long-term initiatives. • Mission Alignment: Dedicated to revitalizing Hawaiian culture, values, and well-being, Ho'oulu Lahui brings deep expertise in education, community engagement, and place-based stewardship. Kuamo'o Family Foundation • Role: The Kuamo'o Family Foundation will lead the stewardship implementation, educational programming, and community partnerships while ensuring the Burial Treatment Plan is followed. • Purpose&Vision: Established in 2024 to manage wahi pana and uphold Native Hawaiian cultural traditions, the foundation's mission is to reclaim, protect, and restore wahi kupuna and the natural and cultural resources of family lands. • Long-Term Commitment: The foundation is committed to intergenerational education, cultural practice, and sustainability, ensuring that the significance of Kumukahi is upheld for future generations.