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(I Ola, OHA Emergency Relief Fund, I Ola, OHA Emergency Relief Fund) The Hawaiian Council administers the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) Emergency Relief Fund, I Ola. OHA provides up to $1,200 in one-time financial assistance to Native Hawaiian federal civilian employees of the Department of Homeland Security who are impacted by the federal government shutdown effective February 14, 2026.

Visit the website and click on the "2025 Government Shutdown Information" button for the November 2025 Ohana Drop Schedule and food assistance for federal employees on the website, https://www.hawaiifoodbasket.org/2025shutdown. Enter you zip code and click "Let's Go" or Select "Find Food Now" from the Food Assistance menu to view a map of Hawaii Island food pantry and soup kitchens. You can also get a printable list (PDF) of East or West Hawaii Food Distribution Schedules.

(OH-HI) Operation Hire Hawaii (OH-HI) is a targeted outreach initiative featuring an expedited state hiring process, fast-tracking qualified candidates into job opportunities throughout Hawaii. Jobs are posted for positions statewide. Visit the website for contact information for individual departments. Click the link under "OH-HI JOB OPPORTUNITIES" to see the list of open recruitments. Or visit https://jobs.hawaii.gov/careers for more opportunities.

(Hawaii Relief Program) Maui Economic Opportunity has been contracted to administer the Hawaii Relief Program. Eligible applicants may receive up to four months of financial assistance, including: -Up to 4 months of rent or mortgage (up to $6,000 per month) -One time security deposit (actual housing deposit amount up to the maximum of $6,000) -Up to 4 months of utility assistance ($2,000 per month per utility source) -One time Utility deposit (up to $3,000 per utility source). -One-time automobile down payment -Up to 4 months of automobile payments Utility payments may include electricity, gas, or water expense, or a combination of these utility sources. Water expense may include sewer service fees. Payments are made directly to landlords, mortgage lenders, or utility providers. Visit the Department of Human Services' website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/hawaii-relief-program-faqs-support-for-housing-and-utility-payments/, for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). --This is not the application for Wildfire Disaster Survivors. If you were directly impacted by the August 8, 2023, wildfires, please apply for the Maui Relief Program (MRP) for Wildfire Disaster Survivors, https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/01997dbd306f77cb820d3715facc7d52 --

The Kauai Independent Food Bank (KIFB) makes referrals for food to the public (individuals needing food). Referrals are made to the 50 distribution sites throughout Kauai and specifically non-profit member agencies and churches on Kauai. The KICB Food pantry on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. Call for emergency food on days without a food pantry. Please bring a reusable bag and and ID if possible.

Request a payment arrangement with the Kauai Island Utility Cooperative by filling out an online form. Payment Arrangement Plans of up to 3 months are offered for members having difficulty retiring a past due balance. Financial Assistance programs are available through partner agencies. More information can be found at: https://www.kiuc.coop/payment-assistance

(Hawaii Relief Program) Maui Economic Opportunity has been contracted to administer the Hawaii Relief Program. Eligible applicants may receive up to four months of financial assistance, including: -Up to 4 months of rent or mortgage (up to $6,000 per month) -One time security deposit (actual housing deposit amount up to the maximum of $6,000) -Up to 4 months of utility assistance ($2,000 per month per utility source) -One time Utility deposit (up to $3,000 per utility source). -One-time automobile down payment -Up to 4 months of automobile payments Utility payments may include electricity, gas, or water expense, or a combination of these utility sources. Water expense may include sewer service fees. Payments are made directly to landlords, mortgage lenders, or utility providers. Visit the Department of Human Services' website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/hawaii-relief-program-faqs-support-for-housing-and-utility-payments/, for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). --This is not the application for Wildfire Disaster Survivors. If you were directly impacted by the August 8, 2023, wildfires, please apply for the Maui Relief Program (MRP) for Wildfire Disaster Survivors, https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/01997dbd306f77cb820d3715facc7d52 --

(HECO) Payment plans available to residential and Schedule G small commercial accounts. Payment plans require on-time payment of future monthly bills and the payment arrangement plan/payment extension amount. Customers that have an overdue balance and are not currently on a payment plan, visit this website https://hawaiianelectric.com/paymentarrangement for assistance with a plan that works within your means and avoids disconnection.

(Hawaii Relief Program) Maui Economic Opportunity has been contracted to administer the Hawaii Relief Program. Eligible applicants may receive up to four months of financial assistance, including: -Up to 4 months of rent or mortgage (up to $6,000 per month) -One time security deposit (actual housing deposit amount up to the maximum of $6,000) -Up to 4 months of utility assistance ($2,000 per month per utility source) -One time Utility deposit (up to $3,000 per utility source). -One-time automobile down payment -Up to 4 months of automobile payments Utility payments may include electricity, gas, or water expense, or a combination of these utility sources. Water expense may include sewer service fees. Payments are made directly to landlords, mortgage lenders, or utility providers. Visit the Department of Human Services' website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/hawaii-relief-program-faqs-support-for-housing-and-utility-payments/, for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). --This is not the application for Wildfire Disaster Survivors. If you were directly impacted by the August 8, 2023, wildfires, please apply for the Maui Relief Program (MRP) for Wildfire Disaster Survivors, https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/01997dbd306f77cb820d3715facc7d52 --

(Hawaii Relief Program) Catholic Charities Hawaii has been contracted to administer the Hawaii Relief Program. Eligible applicants may receive up to four months of financial assistance, including: -Up to 4 months of rent or mortgage (up to $6,000 per month) -One time security deposit (actual housing deposit amount up to the maximum of $6,000) -Up to 4 months of utility assistance ($2,000 per month per utility source) -One time Utility deposit (up to $3,000 per utility source). -One-time automobile down payment -Up to 4 months of automobile payments Utility payments may include electricity, gas, or water expense, or a combination of these utility sources. Water expense may include sewer service fees. Payments are made directly to landlords, mortgage lenders, or utility providers. Visit the Department of Human Services' website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/hawaii-relief-program-faqs-support-for-housing-and-utility-payments/, for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

The Hawaii Department of Human Services (DHS) continues to closely monitor the federal government shutdown and its potential impact on programs that provide essential food assistance to Hawaii families. If the federal shutdown continues into November, federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) program may be unavailable, which could delay or prevent the issuance of November benefits. DHS will share more information about the Hawaii Relief Program on October 29, 2025. This program will provide eligible families with dependent children the opportunity to receive payment support for housing or utilities. We understand that this uncertainty can be stressful. DHS is committed to sharing timely updates and ensuring every household receives clear information as soon as it becomes available from the US Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). Visit the website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/information-about-impacts-on-snap-benefits-amid-the-government-shutdown/, and read the FAQs for more information. You can find the latest information on the DHS website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov, or by calling the Public Assistance Information Line. Visit the website to read the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for more information.

(HEFAP, Hawaii Emergency Food Benefit, HEFB) The Hawaii Emergency Food Assistance Program (HEFAP) is a new state-sponsored food benefit that is separate from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit. HEFAP will provide a benefit of $250 per person in a household. The HEFAP will be restricted to purchase food and groceries at retail locations that accept Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards. Information for the Hawaii Emergency Food Assistance Program FAQ, the state-sponsored $250 per person funds to purchase food can be found by reading the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on the website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/hawaii-emergency-food-benefit-faqs/. How do I learn more? Starting November 10, 2025, SNAP recipients seeking information about the Hawaii Emergency Food Assistance Program (HEFAP) can contact the Public Assistance Information Line Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:15 pm. Callers can check the status of their HEFAP benefits using the Virtual Agent or speak directly with a live agent for further assistance by calling the statewide number (855) 643-1643, then saying "Emergency” or pressing 7. You may also continue to check for further updates on the DHS website at https://humanservices.hawaii.gov.

Hawaii Foodbank Oahu provides the Oahu Food Assistance Finder. This map of Oahu has icons for the different food pantries and Ohana Produce Plus distribution locations. You can also hover over the Oahu Food Assistance Handout tile and click “Download” to access a PDF listing food pantries, soup kitchens, and Ohana Produce Plus distribution locations. This handout is updated weekly. If you are on the main Hawaii Foodbank website, https://hawaiifoodbank.org, click on “Find Food” to view a map of food pantries, soup kitchens, and other food resources on Oahu.

(Hawaii Relief Program) Catholic Charities Hawaii has been contracted to administer the Hawaii Relief Program. Eligible applicants may receive up to four months of financial assistance, including: -Up to 4 months of rent or mortgage (up to $6,000 per month) -One time security deposit (actual housing deposit amount up to the maximum of $6,000) -Up to 4 months of utility assistance ($2,000 per month per utility source) -One time Utility deposit (up to $3,000 per utility source). -One-time automobile down payment -Up to 4 months of automobile payments Utility payments may include electricity, gas, or water expense, or a combination of these utility sources. Water expense may include sewer service fees. Payments are made directly to landlords, mortgage lenders, or utility providers. Visit the Department of Human Services' website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/hawaii-relief-program-faqs-support-for-housing-and-utility-payments/, for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

(UCFE) Visit the State of Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations – Unemployment Insurance division's website and click on "FAQs for UCFE Furlough Workers" under the section "Applicant Information" for the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Unemployment Compensation Program for Federal Employees (UCFE), https://labor.hawaii.gov/ui/faqs-for-ucfe-furlough-workers/. You can download a PDF from the website with the FAQs for the UCFE by clicking on "Download PDF File on FAQs About UI for UCFE Furlough Workers".

(Hawaii Relief Program) Catholic Charities Hawaii has been contracted to administer the Hawaii Relief Program. Eligible applicants may receive up to four months of financial assistance, including: -Up to 4 months of rent or mortgage (up to $6,000 per month) -One time security deposit (actual housing deposit amount up to the maximum of $6,000) -Up to 4 months of utility assistance ($2,000 per month per utility source) -One time Utility deposit (up to $3,000 per utility source). -One-time automobile down payment -Up to 4 months of automobile payments Utility payments may include electricity, gas, or water expense, or a combination of these utility sources. Water expense may include sewer service fees. Payments are made directly to landlords, mortgage lenders, or utility providers. Visit the Department of Human Services' website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/hawaii-relief-program-faqs-support-for-housing-and-utility-payments/, for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

(Hawaii Relief Program) Maui Economic Opportunity has been contracted to administer the Hawaii Relief Program. Eligible applicants may receive up to four months of financial assistance, including: -Up to 4 months of rent or mortgage (up to $6,000 per month) -One time security deposit (actual housing deposit amount up to the maximum of $6,000) -Up to 4 months of utility assistance ($2,000 per month per utility source) -One time Utility deposit (up to $3,000 per utility source). -One-time automobile down payment -Up to 4 months of automobile payments Utility payments may include electricity, gas, or water expense, or a combination of these utility sources. Water expense may include sewer service fees. Payments are made directly to landlords, mortgage lenders, or utility providers. Visit the Department of Human Services' website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/hawaii-relief-program-faqs-support-for-housing-and-utility-payments/, for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). --This is not the application for Wildfire Disaster Survivors. If you were directly impacted by the August 8, 2023, wildfires, please apply for the Maui Relief Program (MRP) for Wildfire Disaster Survivors, https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/01997dbd306f77cb820d3715facc7d52 --

State of Hawaii Department of Education provides free or reduced prices for meals to school children unable to pay because of financial need. Others pay for daily lunches. Effective for the school year 2025-2026, students who qualify for reduced-price meals will receive one breakfast and one lunch daily at no charge, in accordance with Act 139, Session Laws of Hawaii 2025. While these students will still be categorized as reduced-price eligible under federal guidelines, their meals will be scanned as “Reduced – No Charge.” If a student would like to purchase a second meal or a la carte items such as milk, funds will need to be deposited into their account. Online payment is available at https://ezschoolpay.com. Prices for student second meals and adult meals at breakfast and lunch, have increased to $3.50 for breakfast and $7.50 for lunch. For students in a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) school, the CEP program allows a school district, a group of schools or a single school to serve free meals to all students even if they do not qualify for free or reduced-priced lunch. Visit the website for the list of participating schools. Applications open for 2023-2024 school year middle/end of July.

(Hawaii Relief Program) Catholic Charities Hawaii has been contracted to administer the Hawaii Relief Program. Eligible applicants may receive up to four months of financial assistance, including: -Up to 4 months of rent or mortgage (up to $6,000 per month) -One time security deposit (actual housing deposit amount up to the maximum of $6,000) -Up to 4 months of utility assistance ($2,000 per month per utility source) -One time Utility deposit (up to $3,000 per utility source). -One-time automobile down payment -Up to 4 months of automobile payments Utility payments may include electricity, gas, or water expense, or a combination of these utility sources. Water expense may include sewer service fees. Payments are made directly to landlords, mortgage lenders, or utility providers. Visit the Department of Human Services' website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/hawaii-relief-program-faqs-support-for-housing-and-utility-payments/, for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

Visit the website to view a map food pantries and soup kitchens in Maui County. Click on the "Download" button to access a spreadsheet of food pantries (Groceries and Produce) and soup kitchens (Prepared Meals). There is a new spreadsheet every month.

(Hawaii Relief Program) Catholic Charities Hawaii has been contracted to administer the Hawaii Relief Program. Eligible applicants may receive up to four months of financial assistance, including: -Up to 4 months of rent or mortgage (up to $6,000 per month) -One time security deposit (actual housing deposit amount up to the maximum of $6,000) -Up to 4 months of utility assistance ($2,000 per month per utility source) -One time Utility deposit (up to $3,000 per utility source). -One-time automobile down payment -Up to 4 months of automobile payments Utility payments may include electricity, gas, or water expense, or a combination of these utility sources. Water expense may include sewer service fees. Payments are made directly to landlords, mortgage lenders, or utility providers. Visit the Department of Human Services' website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/hawaii-relief-program-faqs-support-for-housing-and-utility-payments/, for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

Hawaii Foodbank Kauai provides information on food pantries, soup kitchens, and mobile distributions near you when you visit their website, https://kauai.hawaiifoodbank.org. Click on "Find Food" to access our current schedule and resource PDF.

(Hawaii Relief Program) Vibrant Hawaii is helping people to complete the Hawaii Relief Program applications. Eligible applicants may receive up to four months of financial assistance, including: -Up to 4 months of rent or mortgage (up to $6,000 per month) -One time security deposit (actual housing deposit amount up to the maximum of $6,000) -Up to 4 months of utility assistance ($2,000 per month per utility source) -One time Utility deposit (up to $3,000 per utility source). Utility payments may include electricity, gas, or water expense, or a combination of these utility sources. Water expense may include sewer service fees. Payments are made directly to landlords, mortgage lenders, or utility providers. Visit the Department of Human Services' website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/hawaii-relief-program-faqs-support-for-housing-and-utility-payments/, for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).