First Hawaiian Bank (FHB) today announced that the “Aloha for Hawaii” campaign is donating $100,000 to Hawaii Foodbank which is providing assistance to over 256,000 Oahu residents during the pandemic. This gift is the result of another 100,000 restaurant takeout and delivery purchases made by FHB cardholders in the past week through this initiative that also supports Hawaii’s … [Read more...] about Restaurant Purchases Raise $100,000 for Hawaii Foodbank
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Food Distribution for Central Maui Residents in Need on Thursday, May 14
Mayor Michael Victorino announced another food distribution event for residents in need because of impacts of COVID-19 beginning at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 14, at the War Memorial Gymnasium parking lot (700 Halia Nakoa Street). About 300 bags of food will be distributed. Bags will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. The War Memorial Gym parking … [Read more...] about Food Distribution for Central Maui Residents in Need on Thursday, May 14
Four Seasons hands out Ghost Hugs and Food Bags for Employees
The dedicated employees of Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea have always lived by the Golden Rule. For 30 years, the Resort’s staff of over 800 hospitality workers have taken care of others day after day, whether it be guests or the local community. The Resort’s recent COVID-19-related temporary closure has been devastating for these employees. However, on May 6 and … [Read more...] about Four Seasons hands out Ghost Hugs and Food Bags for Employees
Emergency Financial Assistance Available from MEO
Hawaii Emergency Laulima Partnership (H.E.L.P.) program still accepting applications Mayor Michael Victorino announced today that Maui Economic Opportunity Inc. is still accepting applications for the Hawaii Emergency Laulima Partnership (H.E.L.P.) program. MEO has processed 1,677 applications for financial assistance through the program, for a total of $707,000 in … [Read more...] about Emergency Financial Assistance Available from MEO