Mahalo to Our Donors!

Because of you, the show goes on. 

We are simply blown away at the generosity of our community. There was no contribution too small to make an impact. You stepped in when we needed you most, and because of your support we are able to continue sharing the stories of our local organizations and individuals doing important work here in Hawai’i. We are excited and honored to share our gratitude for each of you!

Truly, your support means everything to us — and if you’d like to keep fueling the journey, our crowdfunding is still open!

‘Ohana Circle

These donors generously donated $500 or more to our campaign! 

Nick

Haloski

Mahalo, Nick Haloski & Caio Terra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Association LLC, for your support from across the Pacific and for a friendship that has lasted 20 years. Oss! 🤝🌺

Michel Ai Reavis

Mahalo, Michel Ai Reavis, for being such a pillar of support from the very beginning. 🌺 Your love and guidance have given us the courage to pursue our dreams — you truly are an angel sent from above. ✨

Sandi Hino

Mahalo, Sandy Hino! It truly means the world to us to hear that our stories are a refreshing break from the daily news and that you’re learning along the way! It is people like you who we do this for. We’re so grateful you’re part of the Here in Hawai‘i ‘ohana. ❤️✨

Hans Chun

Mahalo, Hans Chun, for believing in our work and for your generous support. 🙏 From our high school days talking Knicks basketball to our grown-up conversations about getting older, you’ve always been such a gem of a friend. 🌟

Quyen Anderson

Mahalo, Quyen, for your incredible support! 🌺 It’s hard to believe it’s been over six years since we first met — and you wowed us with all the amazing fruits from your yard that we had never even heard of! 🥭🍊 Wishing you and your family’s restaurant, Cuu Long Vietnamese Restaurant in Aiea, continued success and happiness!

Kory Kitagawa

Mahalo, Dr. Kory Kitagawa & Kitagawa Dermatology, LLC, for not only being a generous supporter of Here in Hawai‘i, but also for the life-changing care you’ve given our sons. 💙 Our lives are so much better because of you, and we’re deeply grateful!

Impact Partners

These donors generously donated $100+ to our campaign!

Kala Ahloy
Megan Arnett
Mo Bright
Roslyn Catracchia
Christopher & Selena Ching
Stuart Chang
The Chungs
Phyllis Dendle
Liann Ebesugawa
Charlene Flanter
Mana Franquez
Dwayne Fujitani
Nate Gyotoku
Caroline Hayashi

Kelley Higuchi
Sue Hiraoka
Terry Holck
Alice Inoue
Samantha Kaaua
David Kamida
Shelly Kawamoto
Cathy Keaulani
Kayi, Kevin & Koby
Allan Lau
Lisa Maruyama
Derek Minakami
Debbie Morikawa
Mary Moran

S. Mailelauliʻi Naki
Wayne & Janice Nakamoto
Angel Oasay
Tsang ‘Ohana
Jenn Oyer
Sharmaine Ramirez
Rachelle
Julia Saito
Laura Saito
Pauline Sato
Clint Sekioka
Brent Tamaru
Lance Tauoa
Chad Wago

Community Supporter

These donors generously donated $25+ to our campaign! 

Kai Ablog, June Calabrese, Alison Bruce-Maldonado, Kea Cook, Erin Kamikawa, Daniel Kawamoto, Reid Kaneko, Wil Kahele, Kara Kusunoki, Kristin Lobdell, Jake Lowder, Danice Mah, Mei Nakano, Shannon Nakata, Michelle Nakayama, Devon Nekoba, Chrissy Naruyo, Sharmaine Ramirez, Lorelle Saxena, Kailen Shinmoto, Kyle Shimabukuro, Kelly Takasawa, Noah Tom, Farmer Jon Watase, Hau’oli Wright, Skipper Isaac, Lindy, The Fujitanis