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(Moku Loa Group) Monitors activities and development on the Big Island for impacts on the environment, water/air quality, pollution, native species, and human health. Works to preserve and protect native species and natural resources, especially native rainforest, native bird and plant habitats, marine and costal areas. Presents monthly programs to inform and educate. Certified hike leaders provide outings for enjoyment and education. Sponsors service trips to maintain trails or protect unique resources.

Refers mental health consumers to self-help/support groups. Trains consumers to lead/facilitate groups. Advocates for rights of persons with mental illness. Provides support groups, Bridges Educational Course, Self Esteem Course, Peer Mentoring, Warm Line, Speeches to schools and groups on how to stay mentally healthy, consumer advocacy.

NIH Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center is a service provided by the National Institutes of Health. Provides written material on osteoporosis to patients, health professionals and the public in English, Spanish and selected Asian languages (Vietnamese, Chinese & Korean). Also carries materials on other metabolic bone diseases such as Paget's Disease and Osteogenesis Imperfecta. Does not provide counseling over the phone.

Supports cultural events in the community related to Korean dance and music. Goal is to perpetuate traditional Korean dance and music. Welcomes any volunteer who is knowledgeable about our legacy. The Foundation works on major projects related to the Korean culture.

Counseling services, (individual, family); group services, and limited financial assistance. With partners, through it's community building efforts, QLCC works toward the development of: healthy children, strong positive family attachment, stable home environment and caring communities.

(Autism Speaks) Information and family services on autism are available by phone or visit the website. Autism Response Team (ART) members are specially trained to connect families with information, resources and opportunities. For help in Spanish, email [email protected] or call (888) 772-9050.

Prevents child abuse and neglect through public awareness, education and advocacy.

(CNHA, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement) Hawaiian Council is a member-based non-profit organization that has served the Native Hawaiian community since 2001. Organization participates in political advocacy, provides vocational programs through a professional trade academy, provides financial assistance to lessees on Hawaiian home lands, and emergency mortgage, rent, and utilities assistance programs. SBA Microloan Program Starting March 1, 2021 the Hawaiian Council will be accepting loans from $2,500 to $50,000 without a capital contribution from the client. SBA Microloans are oriented to acquisition of inventory, materials, furniture and commercial equipment, improvements to physical plant and working capital. We provide business technical assistance free of charge for the life of the loan. Collateral may be required according to the risk and viability of the business to be financed. Lending is subject to availability of SBA funding. The Kealahou Initiative (Kī) is designed to support the development of ʻōpio leaders through entrepreneurship and innovation. This program is for opio ages 14 years old - 30 years old ready to take their creative ideas and passions through the design and entrepreneurial process, where you can start your own business, social movement, or government initiative. This program will help ʻōpio go from idea to being pitch-ready for investors and supporters at the rate that is best for them. KUHANA ​The Hawaiian Council is launching KuHana Cohort 6 – Food Systems Edition this coming January 10, 2022. All Hawaii-based food-system related (farmers, distributors, value-add) businesses are welcome to apply. Preference will be given to Hawaiian Council members and Hawaiian or minority-owned businesses. Top performers from this cohort will be invited to compete in the Mahiai Match-Up Competition hosted by Kamehameha Schools, where the winners will have an opportunity for an agricultural land or commercial property agreement to expand their company operations. Hawaiian Trade Academy The Hawaiian Trades Program works to raise the household income of families in Hawaii. This program consists of an accelerator class that takes place over a 10-week span (3 hours per week). Participants leave the program with numerous certifications like CDL licenses, OSHA-10 certification, respiratory and first aid training, financial literacy and job placement assistance. We specialize in Carpentry, Fire Fighting, Police, Solar Technicians, Electrical, CDL Licensing. SBA Microloan Program Starting March 1, 2021 CNHA will be accepting loans from $2,500 to $50,000 without a capital contribution from the client. SBA Microloans are oriented to acquisition of inventory, materials, furniture and commercial equipment, improvements to physical plant and working capital. We provide business technical assistance free of charge for the life of the loan. Collateral may be required according to the risk and viability of the business to be financed. Lending is subject to availability of SBA funding. The Kealahou Initiative (Kī) is designed to support the development of ʻōpio leaders through entrepreneurship and innovation. This program is for ʻōpio ages 14 - 30 years old ready to take their creative ideas and passions through the design and entrepreneurial process, where you can start your own business, social movement, or government initiative. This program will help ʻōpio go from idea to being pitch-ready for investors and supporters at the rate that is best for them. KŪHANA ​The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement is launching KūHana Cohort 6 – Food Systems Edition this coming January 10, 2022. All Hawaiʻi-based food-system related (farmers, distributors, value-add) businesses are welcome to apply. Preference will be given to CNHA members and Hawaiian or minority-owned businesses. Top performers from this cohort will be invited to compete in the Mahiʻai Match-Up Competition hosted by Kamehameha Schools, where the winners will have an opportunity for an agricultural land or commercial property agreement to expand their company operations. He lei no nā aliʻi. Throughout the year, we celebrate and remember our aliʻi and how their lives and the work they did continue to impact our community. Follow along with us virtually as we explore the legacy of our aliʻi across the pae ʻāina. Hawaiian Trade Academy The Hawaiian Trades Program works to raise the household income of families in Hawai’i. This program consists of an accelerator class that takes place over a 10-week span (3 hours per week). Participants leave the program with numerous certifications like CDL licenses, OSHA-10 certification, respiratory and first aid training, financial literacy and job placement assistance. We specialize in Carpentry, Fire Fighting, Police, Solar Technicians, Electrical, CDL Licensing Recognizing ʻōiwi leaders From Haʻehaʻe to Lehua, the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement is partnering with Kamehameha Schools to elevate and support the development of our emerging ʻōiwi leaders in our community through the Empowering ʻŌiwi Leadership Award (E OLA). This unique recognition will be given to Native Hawaiians who exemplify leadership qualities and are engaged in their community. The recipient of this recognition will also be given a monetary award to help elevate their work. Qualifications Applicants must be: Nominated by a community leader Native Hawaiian Provide periodic updates into their development and use of funding for a look book Agree to follow-up surveys or discussions regarding E OLA Open to all ages

From humble beginnings, the American Heart Association has grown into the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. A shared focus on cardiovascular health unites our more than 33 million volunteers and supporters as well as our more than 3,400 employees. Learn more about our impact over time. Heart disease is the No. 1 killer worldwide, and stroke ranks second globally. Even when those conditions don’t result in death, they cause disability and diminish quality of life. We want to see a world free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. From pioneering precision cardiovascular medicine to accelerating drug discovery, we’re leading bold innovations to improve health and wellbeing worldwide. In short, we provide vital tools and information to help people make lifestyle choices that lead to longer, healthier lives. We also advocate for stronger policies that protect and improve the health of our communities by educating lawmakers, policymakers and th

Autism Society of Hawaii provides advocacy, outreach, and support through programs to individuals living with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their friends and family.

Offers a resource library with information on litter, recycling, composting, botanical, home gardening and Hawaiian plants. Conducts garden tours. Offers master gardener education program. Makes presentations to schools about reducing litter. Operates a Full Circle Shop.

We support, educate and advocate for choice at the end of life. We support individuals as they navigate their way through the health care system. We support legislation relating to choice in dying as well as work to stop legislation that restricts choice. We advocate for those whose end-of-life wishes are not being followed. We provide state-specific advance directives and information on how to complete these documents. Proponents of aid in dying for incurable and terminally ill mentally competent persons, requesting aid in dying to achieve a peaceful death.

Community-based Pregnancy Services provides counseling and supportive services to women experiencing a crisis due to an unplanned pregnancy and their families, with special attention to pregnant teens. Service assists clients to explore all their viable options concerning their pregnancy and to make informed decisions and plans for themselves and their child. Pregnancy Services provides community outreach in order to reach the women and teens in need of services, and assists them in accessing services, advocacy, information and other resources to meet their needs (such as WIC, Medicaid, AFDC.) Birth options counseling is provided if requested as well as planning and assistance through the process for the individual, partner and family.

Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawaii, Alaska, Indiana and Kentucky offers in-person and telehealth care for abortion, birth control, emergency contraception, vasectomy, gender-affirming services, HIV testing, pregnancy testing, prenatal and postpartum services, STD testing and treatment, pap smears, vaccines, screening and treatment of minor gynecological problems like UTIs, wellness and preventive care, substance use support and referrals, unhealthy relationship support and referrals, and education and counseling.

Counseling services, (individual, family); group services, and limited financial assistance. With partners, through it's community building efforts, QLCC works toward the development of: healthy children, strong positive family attachment, stable home environment and caring communities.

(Hawaiis Thousand Friends) Offers a non-profit statewide organization established in 1980, dedicated to watchdogging the public interest on land use and environmental issues and decisions. Services are available to all citizens and community organizations in Hawaii.

Staff provides care coordination, information and referral, crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy, and networking with others in the community who have the resources and knowledge to assist in meeting the needs of the association's consumers and their families.

(Hawaii Copd Coalition) Hawaii Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (HiCOPD) Coalition was formed in 2007 to provide services and improve treatment of Hawaii adults diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) including emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and its related disorders. Program serves patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals and others offering free lung health information, free paper and pen screening tests, tobacco cessation information, monthly support group meetings, presentations on COPD, advocacy, training for volunteers/healthcare workers about COPD and Smoking Cessation counseling, information sharing of licensure for Hawaii’s respiratory therapists which has successfully led to licensing. Support Group Meetings offered monthly at locations on Oahu (including Kaiser Honolulu at 1010 Pensacola and Pali Momi Women's Center), with details on website, https://hawaiicopd.org/. Annual COPD Education Day held in September each year for patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals and general publi

(HCA) The Hawai‘i Conservation Alliance (HCA) is a cooperative collaboration of conservation leaders representing nineteen government, education, and non-profit organizations. Collectively we are responsible for managing the biodiversity of Hawai‘i’s lands and waters. We also represent people who work and use the land and water for social, cultural, and agricultural purposes. The mission of the Hawai‘i Conservation Alliance is to provide unified leadership and advocacy on conservation issues critical to Hawai‘i. Our purpose is to work together to continue a legacy of stewardship and to achieve the goal of promoting the preservation of native terrestrial and marine ecosystems, increasing the diversity of native species, and ensuring that the unique biodiversity of our islands is maintained into the future. We also post available jobs in the fields of conservation and agriculture. Among the jobs listed, there are several entry level positions offering extensive in the field training for those interested in a career in conservation work and whose employment has been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Counseling services, (individual, family); group services, and limited financial assistance. With partners, through it's community building efforts, QLCC works toward the development of: healthy children, strong positive family attachment, stable home environment and caring communities.

Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i (JCCH) strives to share the history, heritage and culture of the evolving Japanese American experience in Hawai'i. JCCH features a Community and Historical Gallery, Ellison Onizuka Remembrance Collection, Tokioka Heritage Resource Center, Kenshikan martial arts dojo, Seikoan Japanese teahouse and Gift Shop. Presents various programs, festival and exhibitions throughout the year. Call for more information.

Oversees spending and finance of all campaigns for public offices and ballot issues. Receives periodic reports from candidates for public office. Makes disclosure reports available to the public. Levies and collects penalties for failure to file required reports. Investigates complaints. Holds seminars and workshops on campaign spending laws.

Protects and plants trees. Directs people on who to contact to report trees being removed from public property (not private property). Help to maintain landscaping in certain public areas. Concerned with all areas of beautification and preservation of parks and open spaces. We assist and support our branches across the state with environmental issues in their own communities. We are also concerned with illegal billboard and sign control as well as issues of livability and sustainability statewide.

Operates hotline for those who want to provide information about corrupt public officials. Reports may be made anonymously.

Advocacy, research and education organization dedicated to the preservation of wildlife and the natural environment. Programs include: DriftNetwork: Fights to ban drift netting. Save The Whales Campaign: Conducts field investigations of illegal pirate whaling in the Pacific. Flipper Seal of Approval: Licenses trademarked "Flipper Seal of Approval" exclusively to tuna retailers who do not patronize dolphin-killing suppliers. Endangered Species Initiative: Influences the reduction of illegal trade and medicinal use of rhinoceros horn, protection of wild tigers and other species in Asian countries. New initiatives in 2014: Global climate change and Ocean Acidification. Join us!