Just one week after the devastating Lahaina brushfire, residents, businesses, and strangers alike, rallied together in support and unity for the families who lost their homes. Two key sites were started on Facebook: the Lahaina Strong Fundraiser by Jordan Ruidas of Lahaina, which is raising money … [Read more...]
Now Hiring on Three Islands!
September 6, 2018
Are you looking for a meaningful part-time position serving people with disabilities in your own community? Are you a self-motivated, independent "go-getter" who enjoys working with people? This may be the job for you! We are now hiring on the islands of Kauai, Maui, and Oahu … [Read more...]
Volunteer and Engagement Fair Held at UH
September 6, 2018
The Office of Civic and Community Engagement at the University of Hawaii @ Mānoa held their annual Fall Volunteer and Engagement Fair yesterday at the UH Campus Center courtyard. Over 30 community organizations, including AILH, provided students, faculty, and staff the opportunity to learn about … [Read more...]
What’s In Your Food?
September 5, 2018
Dr. Karen Robbins, Registered Dietitian and Professor at the University of Hawaii Maui College, was a guest speaker at a recent Maui Peer Support Group meeting. She showed the group what 5 lbs. of fat looked like and also the amount of sugar in a 44 oz. can of soda. She facilitated a fun game for … [Read more...]
Big Island Charity Walk Distributes Checks to Non-Profits
September 4, 2018
The Hawaii Island Chapter of the Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association distributed checks to local non-profit organizations from monies raised from this year's Charity Walk. IL Program Director, Sam Nagasawa was on hand to receive our check at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa on August … [Read more...]
Dining for a Difference
August 31, 2018
Please support our sister agency, Hawaii Fi-Do by dining for a difference at this fun (and yummy) fundraiser! … [Read more...]
Community Partnerships
August 28, 2018
In partnership with the Maui Economic Opportunity (MEO), AILH Advocacy Coordinator, Brian Hauser picked up a much needed wheelchair from MEO and transported it to Ka Hale A Ke Ola Homeless Resource Centers in Lahaina. Lisa Darcy of Share your Mana, was the impetuous in coordinating all agencies and … [Read more...]
Be Prepared…Stay Vigilant!
August 22, 2018
As Hurricane Lane approaches the Hawaiian Islands, please be prepared, stay tuned to your local news, and be vigilant! … [Read more...]
