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Hawaii-Literacy
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Hawaii Literacy

MISSION Since 1971, Hawaii Literacy has worked to ensure adults get a second chance to learn to read and write, help disadvantaged children succeed in school, and train hundreds of literacy volunteers to teach in our communities. We provide books, technology, and tutors so that literacy is no longer a barrier to better jobs, reading […]

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Hawaii Opera Theatre

MISSION Hawai‘i Opera Theatre uses sound business practices to present a broad spectrum of world-class opera and music theater, as well as a wide range of educational and artistic opportunities to the whole state of Hawai‘i. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED Established in 1960 and incorporated in 1980, Hawai‘i Opera Theatre (HOT) is the only professional opera

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Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture (INPEACE)

MISSION To improve the quality of life for Native Hawaiians through community partnerships that provide educational opportunities and promote self-sufficiency. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED The Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture (INPEACE) works to create educational and economic opportunities for all in support of its mission to uplift Native Hawaiian communities and build confidence in

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Palama Settlement

MISSION Our mission is to partner with those who have the greatest needs in our community, empowering them to enhance their well-being through education, health and recreation. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED Palama Settlement is a social service agency and community center, providing keiki to kūpuna with health and welfare assistance, recreation activities and opportunities for learning

Rainbow Schools
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Rainbow Schools

MISSION The mission of Rainbow Schools is to provide the highest quality preschool experience to the children of Hawai‘i without regard for income or ethnic background. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED Rainbow Schools, established in 1972, is a non-profit group of early education centers that has been serving the families of O‘ahu with excellent programs. We have

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The Salvation Army

MISSION To preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED The Salvation Army has been meeting the greatest needs throughout Hawai‘i for over 125 years. From EDS response efforts for lava flows and floods to key community social service programs, The Salvation Army goes

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Surfrider Spirit Sessions

MISSION Surfrider Spirit Sessions’ mission is to serve at-risk and adjudicated youths by teaching ocean awareness, environmental sensitivity and Hawaiian culture via holistic, ocean-based experiential education, mentoring programs and activities that connect, enhance and fill in the gaps within existing nonprofit programs. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED Surfrider Spirit Sessions provides adult mentoring services to at-risk, adjudicated

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YMCA of Honolulu

MISSION Every day, the Y supports kids, adults, seniors and families with programs that protect, teach, connect, heal, nourish and encourage – empowering communities and all who live in them to thrive. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED Inspiring Kids to Reach their Greatest Potential Free early learning programs for children ages 3-5 in low income communities Teen

Aloha Harvest
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Aloha Harvest

MISSION Aloha Harvest is a non-profit organization that rescues quality, donated food and delivers it “free of charge” to social service agencies feeding the hungry in Hawaii. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED Sole organization in the state that rescues quality excess food from businesses, and delivers it free of charge to nonprofit agencies that serve the hungry.

American Red Cross
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American Red Cross of Hawaii

MISSION To prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED The Hawaii Red Cross is on-call 24/7, 365 days a year and responds to disasters every four days, helping people recover from devastating house fires, hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods.

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Arcadia Family of Companies

MISSION To provide senior living excellence in a gracious, compassionate and dynamic environment which meets the spiritual, physical and social needs of every resident, member, and client we serve. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED  Since 1967, families have looked to the Arcadia Family of Companies as a trusted resource for older adult options, offering a complete array

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Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii

MISSION To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.  KEY SERVICES PROVIDED All 8 of our Clubhouses—Oahu: Ewa Beach, Kailua, Nanakuli, Waianae, Spalding (Honolulu); Kauai: Lihue, Kapaa, West Kauai—provide a safe, positive place for kids. Our kids feel welcome regardless of their

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