Oct 2021
Philan-Tropics
Generous folks quietly doing good around Hawaiʻi
The HL1 team highlights philan-tropic efforts on behalf of open spaces, education, cultural and natural preservation… and fun.
Kukio Community Fund
Why: Community, Education
Where: Kamuela, Hawaiʻi Island
The Kūki‘o Community Fund of the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation was established in 2001 as a way for Kūki‘o members to connect with the surrounding Hawaiʻi Island community through meaningful charitable giving opportunities. The fund focuses on the young people of Hawaiʻi Island because their success has a ripple effect on the entire community. By honing in specifically on education and youth development, the Kūki‘o Community Fund is increasing the success of local youth in school, work, and life. Thanks to the support of multiple donors around the island, the fund has awarded 193 organizations grants totaling $6.6 million for programs that improve the lives of the children, youth and families of Hawaiʻi Island.
www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/strengthening/kukiofund
www.kukio.com/kukio-community-fund
Maui Preparatory Academy
Why: Education
Where: Lahaina, Maui
In 2005, the MPA Founders, a group of 12 individuals and families, guaranteed $4.2 million to renovated the buildings which became Maui Preparatory Academy. Over the course of the three-year period of the loan, the entire group contributed a total of $689,000. The school is an independent college preparatory day school for pre-school through 12th-grade student of all economic backgrounds and cultures. As a non-profit institution, it focuses on developing a rich academic studies, as well as diverse arts and athletics programs while highlighting opportunities for community service. The academy is also built upon land generously provided by the Maui Land & Pineapple Company.
Ulupono Initiative
Why: Sustainability, Energy
Where: Oahu
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Pierre Omidyar and his wife, Pam, founded Ulupono Initiative in 2009 as an impact investment firm that focuses on helping Hawaiʻi become more self-sustainable and improve locals’ quality of life. The Omidyars both spent portions of their childhoods in Hawaiʻi, which is why they’ve put such philanthropic efforts into creating positive changes for the islands through investment, education, and advocation. Ulupono’s investments span both non-profit and for-profit sectors that would eventually enable Hawaiʻi to grow its own food, harness rich natural resources for renewable energy, decrease reliance on imported fossil fuels via clean transportation and better manage and decrease waste. To date, Ulupono has facilitated in $79 million being invested in local organizations and solutions.
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Anaina Hou Community Park
Why: Community, Education, Recreation
Where: Kilauea, Kauai
Just outside Kilauea town, the Anaina Hou campus serves Kauai as a unique recreational space that inspires imagination and a connection to the aina. Anaina Hou is a mixture of entertainment, education and natural beauty, providing a sustainable, thriving economic engine that supports numerous members of the North Shore community. The land and construction of facilities are entirely funded by Bill and Joan Porter. The project depends up on community funding and participation to sustain and evolve for years to come.
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