Women's Fund of Hawai‘i's 2027 Honoree

This year, we are proud to honor Judy Bishop, President & CEO of Bishop & Co. and Women’s Fund of Hawaiʻi Board Secretary, for her longstanding leadership and support of our organization since it was founded as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2005. Judy is a respected business owner and entrepreneur and a long-time supporter of women.

"Judy Bishop's generosity of spirit has helped shape what it means to lift up women and girls across the islands. Since 1989, Women's Fund of Hawai‘i has stood on a simple but powerful belief: when women thrive, communities prosper. Few people have lived out that belief more fully than Judy Bishop.  Judy leads with warmth and resolve.  Don’t let that southern drawl fool you. 

Through her time with the Fund, Judy has helped direct resources toward the grassroots programs that so often go overlooked. Judy has served Women’s Fund in multiple capacities – leader, savior, and advisor. I am proud to call Judy my friend and mentor. I can’t think of anyone more deserving of this recognition."

 - Tyrie Jenkins, Tea & Champagne Co-Chair.

"Judy embodies what it means to “lift as you climb.”Through her service to Women’s Fund of Hawaiʻi, she has given generously of her time, talent, and resources—serving on the board, raising critical funds for grants, and, most importantly, mentoring and coaching women across our community. As a successful business owner, she understands the power of opening doors and creating opportunities for others. Her impact goes far beyond what she has accomplished personally; it can be measured by the many women she has encouraged, supported, and inspired along the way, including me. She is truly deserving of this honor."

 - Beth Whitehead, Tea & Champagne Co-Chair