Ke Ali'i Pauahi Bishop

Ke Aliʻʻi Pauahi Bishop was a prominent Hawaiian educator and philanthropist born in 1831, known for her leadership and devotion to Hawaiian culture. She was a member of the royal Kamehameha lineage and married Charles Reed Bishop, a successful businessman. Pauahi established the Kamehameha Schools in 1887 through her estate, with the goal of providing quality education to Native Hawaiian children and preserving Hawaiian heritage. Her legacy continues today as her charitable foundation supports these schools, helping to empower and uplift Native Hawaiian communities through education and cultural preservation.