The Maui wildfires taught us many lessons. We recently learned that 1 in 5 residents across the state have been impacted by the wildfires to one degree or another. While we continue on a challenging journey to recovery, the wildfire response has strengthened partnerships that will bring long-term change.
Continue readingLand, Legacy and Food: Jesse’s Story
Jesse Mikasobe-Keali‘inohomoku manages food systems work at ‘Elepaio Social Services, one of Hawai‘i Foodbank’s agency partners. Through his work, Jesse is serving the community that raised him by addressing social issues and providing access to food.
Continue readingWhat Does the Farm Bill Mean for Hawai‘i?
The Farm Bill is the centerpiece federal legislation for food and farming. It impacts access to nutritious food for the thousands of people in Hawai‘i facing hunger and is critical to the efficacy of many of Hawai‘i Foodbank’s hunger-relief efforts.
Continue readingConnection to Community: Kaui’s Story
Partners like MA‘O Organic Farms are working to address systemic inequities and develop community-led solutions. See how Farm Manager Kaui Sana’s work is helping to establish deeper connections among food, community and ancestry.
Continue readingA Different Kind of Resolution
Each new year, people embrace a newfound optimism in their ability to do better. Perhaps this year, we can incorporate resolutions that give back to our community as a whole. Here are five resolutions you can make this year that will help nourish our ‘ohana.
Continue reading‘A Holiday Story’ for Families Facing Hunger
1 in 4 keiki in Hawai‘i struggle with hunger. For their parents, the perfect gift starts with having enough food on the table for their entire family to eat. Giving their children everything begins with providing them with enough food to grow and thrive today.
Continue readingMidWeek Spotlights Hawai‘i Foodbank’s 40th Anniversary
The cover story of MidWeek takes a look back at Hawai‘i Foodbank’s 40 year history while also shining a spotlight on programs and initiatives aimed at ultimately ending hunger in Hawai‘i.
Continue readingSubscribing for Dignity: Alicia’s Story
As the interim executive director of ‘Elepaio Social Services, Alicia Higa is piloting a food subscription program in partnership with Hawai‘i Foodbank to connect local communities with greater access to fresh, locally grown food.
Continue readingCultivating Connection: Alyson’s Story
A new food subscription program from agency partner ‘Elepaio Social Services aims to provide community members with greater access to fresh, locally grown produce. For Alyson Hiapo, this means an opportunity to reconnect with health and ‘āina.
Continue readingMaui Relief Update
Our hearts are with our Maui ‘ohana and everyone impacted by the devastating wildfires that swept across the island in August. Recovery efforts continue, and Hawai‘i Foodbank is actively working to support our neighbors on Maui and our partners at Maui Food Bank.
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