Kamehameha Schools was founded by the will of Bernice Pauahi Bishop, the great-granddaughter of Kamehameha the Great.
Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop was named to the Philanthropy Roundtable’s annual list of “10 Exceptional Women Who Influenced America Through Their Giving.” She was recognized for her selfless generosity in creating a legacy that has helped thousands of Native Hawaiians pursue enriched lives through education.
Contributed by Ben Balberdi
The Philanthropy Roundtable – a national network of charitable donors – recognized Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop and her selfless generosity by naming her to their list of “10 Exceptional Women Who Influenced America Through Their Giving.”
The list, which includes a diverse cohort of servant leaders, was shared throughout March in honor of National Women’s History Month – a celebration created in 1987 to honor the many contributions women have made to the betterment of society.
Visit the Philanthropy Roundtable’s website to view the full list of exceptional women.
The Philanthropy Roundtable, which is America’s largest network of donors, established this list to honor women who have dedicated their lives to addressing America's most challenging issues through charity.
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