For a number of years, the University of Hawai'i has received funds from the U.S. Department of Education to support students whose work includes study of the language or culture of East and Southeast Asian countries. Further information on these awards is available at the Asian Studies Program in Moore Hall. The most basic thing you need to do is to maintain as good an academic record as possible. Your hard work will pay off in the keen competition for available grant funds. It's up to you to learn what opportunities are available to you.
Many opportunities require much advance planning and waiting.
Also, in most cases, you will need letters of reference, and your referees will appreciate advance notice. Study the grantor's statements and instructions and make sure your application is responsive to them. The care you take here may make the difference in the success of your application over one that the reviewers feel is carelessly prepared or confusing. The first place to inquire is your field or department . The chairperson of your field of study is likely to be aware of most sources of support for graduate students in your field.