Kūkulu
Partner Program
The Kūkulu Partner Program is a trusted network of professionals who work alongside Hawai‘i Community Lending to support native Hawaiian families in building or buying homes on Hawaiian Home Lands.
This group of partners includes contractors, building suppliers, draftsmen, architects, realtors, lenders, and more — all of whom are aligned with our mission to create affordable housing.
These professionals are not just service providers — they are part of an ecosystem that understands the unique needs of our communities.
Access Through the Ho‘okele Home Program
When you enroll in the Ho‘okele Home Program (make this a clickable link), your assigned Navigation Specialist will help guide you through every step of your journey. One of the key benefits of the Hoʻokele Home Program is access to our Kūkulu Partner network .
Whether you need help finding a contractor or a draftsman to complete your home plans, your Navigation Specialist will coordinate those connections for you — so you don’t have to waste time searching or waiting for someone to call you back.
Types of Professionals in the Kūkulu Partner Program
When the time is right, you’ll be referred to professionals in our partner network, which includes:
• General Contractors
• Construction Companies
• Building Supply Vendors
• Draftsmen and Architects
• Electricians and Plumbers
• Surveyors and Engineers
• Real Estate Agents and Brokers
• Mortgage Lenders (Yes, that includes us — Hawaiʻi Community Lending! But if another lender is a better fit for your needs, we’ll help connect you. It’s about what works best for you.)
• Other professionals as needed
These professionals have been carefully selected based on their commitment to our values, their experience, and their willingness to partner. While they may charge for their services, they receive no incentives or kickbacks from HCL.