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Volunteers at Helping Hands Hawaii play an important role in making sure donations reach families quickly and efficiently. Ongoing volunteer opportunities include: -Office support such as data entry, assisting with phone calls and voicemails, conducting surveys, organizing files, greeting and assisting visitors -Warehouse support such as receiving donations from donors, sorting items, restocking shelves Current volunteer opportunities for Kona Low support include: -Sorting and packing donations -Supporting distribution sites -Administrative support such as logging donations into an inventory or helping clients fill out application for assistance All volunteers are required to: -Register online at https://www.helpinghandshawaii.org/get-involved/volunteer/ -Pass required background check and attend an orientation and safety briefing -Sign up for scheduled shifts People under 18 years old may volunteer, but there are additional requirements, like having a chaperone present. This applies for individuals and groups of volunteers.

Adult day care services for senior citizens of all ethnic backgrounds. Services include daily exercises, arts and crafts, socialization, outings, local entertainment, and other mentally and physically stimulating activities. We also offer bathing for an additional charge. Late Fee of $250 assessed per 30 days outstanding.

Kauai Bible Church provides a food pantry and distributes clothes, toiletries and personal/grooming supplies. Kauai Bible Church provides snacks after each service on Sunday. Call Kauai Bible Church for emergency food.

(Hele-On Ka Hoʻokele) Hawaii County Economic Opportunity Council's (HCEOC) Transportation Program offers Hawaii Island residents who are elderly, low-income, or disabled access to essential sites such as medical facilities, nutrition sites, shopping centers, banks, post offices, government buildings, and places of employment. Services are based on availability, service areas and road conditions.

Responsible for fire protection, rescue, HazMat, emergency medical response and ocean rescue services. Provides fire prevention education. Dispatches fire fighters and rescue squad personnel for emergencies. Issues firework permits. Blood pressure screening is offered at all Kauai Fire Stations except at the Kauai Fire Department administration office.

Assists researchers interested in tracing their families. Maintains the following information: 1. FHLC (Family History Library Catalog): Computer-produced catalog describes all the books, films, pamphlets, maps, etc., available at the main library in Salt Lake City. 2. IGI (International Genealogical Index): A worldwide list of names and selected vital data of more than 150 million people. 3. Ancestral File: Is pedigree linked and can be grouped in families. 4. Social Security Death Index: Lists about 38 million deceased persons who had Social Security numbers, and whose deaths were reported to that administration. 5. US Military Index: Index of individuals in the United States military who died, or were declared dead, in Korea or Vietnam (1950-1975). 6. Personal Ancestor File software available for use on computers on library to make your own family records. 7. Hawaii delayed birth records index on computer.

(H-HEAP, Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program - Energy Crisis Intervention - Central, LIHEAP ECI, ECI) Hawaii Home Energy Assistance Program (H-HEAP) Energy Crisis Intervention (ECI) is designed to help families keep their utilities (gas or electric) on, especially those households that are most vulnerable, such as the elderly, the disabled, and households with young children. H-HEAP primarily assists households by applying an energy assistance grant directly to the energy provider on behalf of the eligible household. Applications are accepted year-round. Credit amount varies by household. Call the Central District Service Center for more information.

Provides emergency food. Operates children's weekly after school programs including Sunbeams (girls 1st - 5th grade), Girl Guards (6th - 12th grade), Adventure Corps (boys 1st - 12th grade). Conducts Sunday Services at 11:00 am. Sponsors community outreach, women's groups and visiting to shut-ins.

(Women Infants and Children Nutrition Program) The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC), is a federally funded program which provides Hawaii residents with nourishing supplemental foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion and health and social service referrals. The participants of WIC are either pregnant, breastfeeding, or postpartum women, and infants and children under age five who meet income guidelines and have a medical or nutritional risk. Nutrition and Health Education: WIC will answer your questions about what to eat for a healthy pregnancy and help you plan family meals and snacks. Education and support for moms who breastfeed: WIC has specially trained staff to answer your breastfeeding questions. Ask for more information about our breast pump loan program. Nourishing supplemental foods: Checks to buy healthy foods such as: Milk, Peanut butter, Fruits and vegetables, Canned tuna or salmon, Juice, Whole grain breads, tortillas, Eggs or brown rice, Cheese, Baby foods, Cereal Infant formula, Dry beans or peas, Tofu, and soy milk Health and social service referrals: Help in finding health care and other community services. Additional phone: (808) 697-3505

An all-boys private Catholic school. Saint Louis School nurtures mind, body, and soul for steward leaders in the local, national, and global communities. It's personalized approach to learning promotes intellectual creativity, self-discipline and independence with an ethical foundation in Catholic social teachings. A learning environment designed on research-based practices provides the framework for gender-based educational success. Saint Louis School is Hawaii's only grades K-12 school for boys.

(MEO) Assists individuals and families with farm work experience to obtain year round full-time employment. The program provides pre-employment training, work experience, on-the-job training, and support services.

(YWCA of Kauai Sexual Assault Treatment Program) Offers confidential crisis intervention counseling and support services for rape victims. Will accompany victims to hospital for examination, or to police for reporting, and to court if prosecution takes place. Provides speakers to schools and organizations, public education on sexual assault and harassment. Offers counseling and support services for children who have been sexually abused or molested by non-family members. Provides confidential group and individual counseling for adults molested as children.

Private school includes grades 9-12 for boys and girls.

(Hawaii Gas - Customer Service - Kauai County) Hawaii Gas provides propane and synthetic natural gas service and installation to utility, tank, and bottled gas customers on all islands. Must be an authorized account holder to access customer information. If you smell gas or suspect an emergency situation, leave the area immediately and call 9-1-1, then Hawaii Gas’ emergency 24-hour hotline at (808) 526-0066.

Operates a toll-free hotline which provides information about hearing loss and hearing aids. Does not give medical advice, recommend specific products, or provide financial assistance.

(Goodwill Surplus Store) Goodwill Industries of Hawaii operates a thrift store selling low cost furniture, household goods, toys, and more. Proceeds benefit vocational training programs for individuals with employment barriers.

Registers Hawaii County voters. Maintains the general register. Receives nomination papers of candidates for political office in the state. Accepts absentee voting requests. Provides voter education programs.

HCEOC is a Community Action Agency and dedicated to helping people help themselves and their community and eliminate poverty. Provides multiple services to low income families and individuals. Provides transportation for persons with disabilities, elderly, Medicaid participants, and nutrition program clients. Operates high school drop-out prevention program and Language Arts Multicultural Program. Offers shopping assistance. Provides energy assistance and conservation education. Makes deferred loans for home owners to make housing repairs. Provides employment training, case management. Offers information and referral. Please visit the website to submit a contact request form

(Hoa 'Aina O Makaha) Hoa Aina O Makaha provides programs based on Hawaiian cultural values and traditions. The focus is on strengthening family sustainability through activities that encourages family participation. Hoa Aina O Makaha is a resource to the schools by providing interactive hands-on activities that broadens understanding of subject matter and enhances classroom lesson plans; activities include gardening projects and animal care. Small scale agricultural farming produces herbs and other produce.

Provides care coordination to target populations. Participates with communities to problem-solve health issues. Provides education in women and child health, chronic diseases, etc. Facilitates access to health care. Conducts screening tests and source/contact investigations on tuberculosis (TB) cases. Provides health services in public schools, consultation services to private schools, day care, and residential care homes. Provides basic dental health services.

Spill The Tea Cafe (STTC) offers a range of services, including individual and group therapy, mentorship, care coordination, and psychoeducation, to address the specific needs and preferences of each teen. We also extend our support to families and caregivers, providing community resources and referrals to help them navigate the challenges of mental health, and achieve lasting recovery and resilience for their youth. Our goal is to promote the mental health and well-being of adolescents and to help our keiki shine.

City and County of Honolulu's Department of Community Services is now accepting pre-eligibility inquiries for home loans up to $40,000. Families earning up to 80% of Honolulu’s area median income can qualify. Loans will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to qualified Oʻahu residents. Step 1 – If you appear eligible, the lender will be asked to list the City's Down Payment loan of $40,000 (or less) as "subordinate financing" on your Uniform Residental Loan Application (commonly referred to as a Fannie Mae Form 1003 or Freddie Mac Form 65). Step 2 – After initial loan approval from your first mortgage lender, the lender will be asked to submit electronic copies of your loan application and supporting documents to the City. The City will use copies of the lender's finalized loan forms and supporting documentation to approve the Down Payment loan.

Provides information on requirements of the unemployment insurance program. Accepts claims for unemployment insurance and determines if a person is eligible and the amount of benefits due. Ensures compliance by employers with the rules, regulations and provisions under the Hawaii Employment Security Law. Registers liable employers and collects taxes. To file unemployment claims: https://huiclaims.hawaii.gov/#/ Forms available online: Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 11:00pm. Weekends/holidays 9:00am - 11:00pm.

An alliance of Native Hawaiian cultural practitioners, environmental activists and others concerned about protecting traditional and customary rights and Hawaii's fragile environment. Encourages citizen participation through outreach and education on issues related to natural resource protection and cultural rights.