Sentry Foundation awards scholarships to 12 Maui students through Sentry Scholars program

Twelve deserving students on the island of Maui received scholarships—totaling $24,000—in 2026 through the Sentry Insurance Foundation's Sentry Scholars program.

Over the past eight years, Sentry has built deep connections across Maui as title sponsor of the PGA TOUR’s The Sentry event. While The Sentry will relocate to San Diego in 2027, those long-standing relationships remain.

“Investing in education is one of the more meaningful ways we can support Maui’s future,” said Kalynn Pempek, Executive Director of the Sentry Insurance Foundation. “These scholars represent the next generation of leaders, innovators, and community advocates. We’re honored to help them pursue opportunities that will have a lasting impact across the island.”

Since 2018, the Sentry Scholars program has provided $142,500 in college scholarships to 40 Maui students attending the University of Hawai’i system and affiliated Hawai’i community colleges. The program is renewable each year and currently awards scholarships to students pursuing two- and four-year degrees.

• Jadelyn Fujii, University of Hawai’i at Mānoa. Jadelyn was recently accepted into the graphic design BFA program. She’s interested in pursuing a career in graphic design where she can create meaningful work that inspires and connects with others from diverse perspectives. Jadelyn hopes to give back to her community.

• Heidi Naumov, University of Hawai’i at Mānoa. Heidi is majoring in civil engineering in the structures track, with a minor in art—she plans to get a master's degree in structural engineering. Heidi hopes to work for a locally-owned structural firm and eventually own her own business in Hawaiʻi.

• Kalem Ringlen, University of Hawai’i at Mānoa. Kalem majored in psychology with a minor in education. He’ plans to pursue his Ph.D. and hopes to practice as a school psychologist within the public school system and teach at the university level to contribute to the next generation of aspiring school psychologists in Hawaiʻi.

• Kaito Swanson, University of Hawai’i at Hilo. Kaito is a freshman majoring in kinesiology and exercise science. He’s a graduate of Maui High School.

• Jazmyne Viloria, University of Hawai’i at Mānoa. Jazmyne is earning a business administration degree with a major in marketing. While running her small business, Jazmyne would like to build a career in marketing and brand management. Her goal is to help businesses create brands that reflect their unique stories and to give back to her community through entrepreneurship and mentorship.

• Arwin Cabael, University of Hawai’i – Maui College. Arwin is a graduate of Maui High School, pursuing a degree in automotive technology. Driven by a passion for the automotive industry and hands-on learning, he’s focusing his education on mastering modern vehicle systems and repair technologies.

• Kamaile Figueroa, University of Hawai’i – Maui College. Kamaile is a graduate of Maui High School, majoring in liberal arts. A first-generation college student, Kamaile was inspired by her father to pursue a career in healthcare. She looks forward to focusing on her studies and one day supporting other students.

• Dillon Gunderson, University of Hawai’i – Maui College. Dillon is a graduate of Maui High School. He’s majoring in liberal arts and would like to become a licensed teacher. This past year, Dillon worked at Maui High School as a long-term substitute, teaching Law and Public Safety—a career course for students heading into the field of law. After his transfer to UH-Mānoa, he plans to return to Maui to contribute to youth enrichment.

• Angeline Habon, University of Hawai’i at Mānoa. Angeline is a graduate of Maui High School, majoring in liberal arts. Her long-term goal is to serve the Hawai’i community by joining the healthcare field. Angeline is ready to give back and help others.

• Mia Kondo-Long, University of Hawai’i – Maui College. Mia is a graduate of HP Baldwin High School, majoring in pre-nursing. In the future, she’d like to be a physician’s assistant. Mia is motivated to do her best and give back to her community.

• Kayla Mabalot Del-Castillo, University of Hawai’i – Maui College. Kayla is a graduate of Lahainaluna High School, majoring in creative media. Her focus is on animation and graphic design, and she hopes to become one of the few animators located on Maui.

• Paul Yamane, University of Hawai’i at Mānoa. Paul is a graduate of Maui High School. He majored in molecular and cell biology. Paul will be pursuing his goal of becoming a dentist and hopes to return to Hawai'i and serve his community as a health professional who leads with compassion.

“We are so proud of these students and the impact they are already having in their communities,” Pempek said. “Seeing scholars take what they learn and bring that knowledge back to Maui demonstrates the power of investing in education and creating opportunities for students to grow, lead, and give back.”

The Sentry Insurance Foundation has a long history of investing in higher education scholarships—beginning in 1964. Currently, more than 200 students across the country receive financial scholarships from the Foundation annually.