MISSION To strengthen Hawaii’s families and improve their quality of life as they face the emotional and financial hardships of caring for a seriously ill child. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED HUGS supports Hawaii families with children, infants to 21 years of age, who suffer from diverse, life-threatening illnesses. With the community’s help, HUGS offers long-term, comprehensive […]
MISSION To serve children, families and our communities by providing ongoing quality education and enrichment programs to help build a sense of Self, Community and Environment. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED Kamaaina Kids is a private, non-profit, multi-service organization dedicated to serving children and their families primarily through quality childcare. Our services include, but are not limited
MISSION To promote greater awareness and understanding of international affairs with special attention on engaging Hawaii’s youth to become leaders with a broader understanding of their place in the world. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED PAAC’s programs introduce and spark dialogue about timely global issues that affect our state; nurture an understanding of Hawaii’s unique role in
MISSION To unite donors’ passions with the University of Hawaii’s aspirations by raising philanthropic support and managing private investments to benefit UH, the people of Hawaii and our future generations. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED The University of Hawaii Foundation was established in 1955 to encourage private support for the University of Hawaii. Today it is the
MISSION YWCA Oahu is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED Founded in 1900, YWCA Oahu is the oldest and largest women’s membership organization in Hawaii that provides a diverse array of resources to help women and girls better themselves for their families and
MISSION With deep roots in the islands and a long-standing commitment to early learning, our mission is to build a solid foundation for Hawaii’s children through excellent early education programs. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED Early Education matters! Ninety percent of a child’s brain development occurs in the first five years of life. By age four, children
MISSION St. Francis Healthcare System’s mission is to create healthy communities in the Spirit of Christ’s healing ministry. We are continuing the legacy of caring that began with the Sisters of St. Francis more than 130 years ago, with renewed emphasis on supporting Hawai‘i’s rapidly growing senior population and empowering family caregivers. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED
MISSION Blue Planet Foundation is committed to solving our climate change challenge by clearing the path for 100% clean energy through bold advocacy, community action, and energy awareness. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED Clean Energy Policy: We engage community leaders, lawmakers, and energy experts in policy initiatives that lead the charge for bold vision and action. We
MISSION Maui Behavioral Health Resources’ agencies work together to help thousands of Maui residents each year by ensuring everyone has the help they need to achieve and maintain a foundation for lasting recovery and well-being. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED MBHR is an umbrella organization of three nonprofit agencies that helps those affected by substance abuse and/or
MISSION The successful transition of military veterans and their families through the provision of housing, counseling, career development and comprehensive support. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED Established in 1993 in California, U.S.VETS has been providing supportive services to homeless and at-risk veterans for over 2 decades and now operates 21 residential facilities and 9 services centers in
MISSION Make-A-Wish Hawaii’s mission is that together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. KEY SERVICES PROVIDED In 1982, Make-A-Wish planted its roots in our islands and in 1984 we granted our first local wish to a 10-year-old Hilo boy who wished to go to Disneyland. This was the start of something truly
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 community-based social service agency that has supported the Kalihi-Palama-Liliha communities of urban Honolulu since its inception in 1896. • Serving children
