Jenny had a tough start in life due to early childhood trauma and prenatal drug exposure before she was adopted into a loving family. Despite the support, Jenny had difficulty controlling her emotions, impulses, and forming stable relationships. Her challenging behavior became a safety concern for her family, who were overwhelmed and didn't know how...
Transportation Friends for Kupuna and Julie Chang featured in Midweek's 'Good Neighbor' Transportation Friends for Kupuna (TFK), an Americorp project of CCH, is on a mission to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our cherished kupuna. Learn more about the Transportation Friends for Kupuna from Julie Chang, Program Volunteer Coordinator, in the latest edition of...
Mele, a senior, was homeless and living in her car. This arose after being evicted from the house she once called home, where she had been working as a caregiver. Transitioning into this new reality was both challenging and deeply traumatic for her. Fortunately, she connected with Kupuna to Kamali‘i, a program of Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi...
United Public Workers Spreads Christmas Cheer with Blue Collar Christmas Events Catholic Charities Hawai‘i joined hands with the United Public Workers (UPW) union to bring holiday cheer to Hawai'i's youth in foster care through the annual UPW Blue Collar Christmas events.UPW's Blue Collar Christmas events have become a cherished tradition in Hawai'i. These events provide...
Spreading Holiday Cheer: Maryknoll's 'A Noblesse Oblige Christmas’ ‘Tis the reason to be jolly! Maryknoll School held a family-friendly holiday celebration featuring a mesmerizing projection light show, festive food and drinks, fun games and activities for the keiki, and family photos with Santa. In the spirit of the school’s motto, Noblesse Oblige (“to whom much is given,...
Catholic Charities Hawai‘i Helps Holiday Spirits Soar at the 2023 "Heroes and Helpers" Hilo Event Previous Next Catholic Charities Hawai‘i, Hilo TARGET Store, and various first responders held its third annual “Heroes and Helpers” event this morning to support and bring joy to our local community. Children were partnered with members of the Hawaii Police Department, Hawaii Fire Department,...
“Giving Tuesday” Challenge with Marcus Mariota’s Motiv8 Foundation! With this year’s Giving Tuesday taking place on November 28, we are excited that NFL quarterback Marcus Mariota’s Motiv8 Foundation has agreed to partner with CCH this year with a $10,000 matching gift challenge!All donations to CCH received on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 (Giving Tuesday) will be matched by the...
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2023 Light the World Giving Machines Mahalo for joining us in spreading holiday cheer and make a positive impact in our community with the Light the World Giving Machines.Light the World Giving Machines, a project of the Church of Latter Day Saints, offers families and individuals a wonderful opportunity to support charities like Catholic Charities Hawai‘i who make a difference...
Ward Village Senior Giving Tree In partnership with Ward Village, Catholic Charities Hawai‘i is helping to make this holiday season special for seniors through Ward’s annual Senior Giving Tree Project. There are 344 senior “wishes” that need to be met this year.From November 17 through December 10, visit the Senior Giving Trees at Ward Village in...
