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MEET NINE ISLANDERS WHO ARE CHANGING THE FACE OF PHILANTHROPY IN HAWAII

Hawaii has a very long and (literally) noble history of philanthropy—starting with the alii trusts, and including well-known family, corporate and individual foundations.  That proud legacy continues today, even as philanthropy expands from province of the ultra-wealthy to the more numerous hands of today's philanthropists—people in our community who are investing substantial portions of their time, expertise and money to causes close to their hearts.  "An increaseing number of donars," according to consultant Robin Johnson, "are less interested in growing their endowments and more interested in putting their charitable dollars to work." 

Click here to learn about a few of the many passionate philanthropists in our midst.

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Making a Difference: Returning Lost Innocence

Alliance provides support for sexually abused children.

Making a Difference: Books as Building Blocks

A family literacy program inspires kids to read.

Making a Difference: How to Make a Chef

Culinary nonprofit broadens student’s horizons.

Made with Loving Care

Blanketing the Islands with warmth and security.

Giving Comfort

Hospice Hawaii assists patients in the last stages of life, as well as their families.

One Piece at a Time

BEACH campaigns to stop plastic waste from destroying our shorelines and oceans.


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For more information on charities in Hawaii, contact the Hawaii Community Foundation, a statewide grant-making organization supported by generous individuals, families and businesses to benefit Hawaii’s people.

Visit www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org.

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