Building Hope Together
Impactful Stories of Change

Tai Chi Lessons for Caregivers
We are so happy to give family caregivers a moment to breathe, move, and heal. Through gentle tai chi, participants explored how to improve memory,

Volunteer Appreciation Day at Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center
Mahalo to our amazing volunteers! We had a blast celebrating Volunteer Appreciation Day at Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center! From laughter and smiles to heartfelt moments and

Hope on the Horizon
A ʻOhana’s Fight for Stability The sun had set over Kailua Kona, and the night was warm, typical for this part of the island. Terri sat

Volunteer Spotlight
Making a Difference with Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi This month, we are honored to spotlight a dedicated volunteer whose passion for helping others has made a

A Story of Hope and Recovery
The Resilience of the Akiona Ohana after the Lahaina Wildfire On August 8th, the Lahaina wildfire tore through the community, leaving nothing but devastation in

The Bridge to Re-entry: A Story of Community and Hope
At the Kauaʻi Catholic Charities office, a powerful gathering took place as people from all walks of life came together to support those re-entering society after

Meet Baby Ruben, a Little Boy with a Big Heart
Ruben was born with severe cardiac issues, requiring three heart surgeries. His journey began in the Hale Mālama foster care program, where he found love

Journey to U.S. Citizenship: A Story of Support and Gratitude
Araceli Melendez, a 74-year-old Filipino immigrant, spent 38 years teaching Math and English at high schools in the Philippines before moving to Hawaiʻi with her

Blessing of the Maui Support Center
This past Friday, Catholic Charities Hawai‘i’s Maui Support Center received its blessing, with Reverend Monsignor Terrence “Terry” Watanabe leading the ceremony. Local community leaders came