Haw. Rev. Stat. § 321-231: Grants.

The state system may seek and accept any funds or property and other desirable support and assistance from any source whatsoever, whether gift, grant, services or any combination thereof, subject to applicable laws. In the event that any grant applications are made in relation to the state system, or any component thereof, the department shall consult with the advisory committee and provide technical assistance in the preparation, management, or administration of the application or the grant, or both.