Hawaii Island United Way

10/16/2026

Every keiki deserves the chance to focus on learning and growing, not on whether there will be enough to eat. World Food Day reminds us that food security is foundational. Our 2026-2027 nonprofit partners working on food security -- The Food Basket, Neighborhood Place of Puna, the YMCA of Hilo, Waikoloa Grows, Kohala Food Hub, and Hawaiʻi Institute of Pacific Agriculture -- work hard to make sure our keiki and their ʻohana have fresh food to thrive.

If you or someone you know needs support, The Food Basket and 211 are good places to start. Please save and share this post. We are stronger together. United Is the Way.

10/10/2026

Sometimes the hardest part of asking for help is knowing where to start.

There are mental health resources available to individuals and families across Hawaiʻi Island.

Call or text 988 anytime for crisis, mental health, or substance-use support.

For counseling and behavioral health services, contact Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center at 808-333-3600.

For peer and family support, NAMI Hawaiʻi offers support groups, education, and resources.

For eligible adults needing support for serious mental illness, contact the Adult Mental Health Division at 808-643-2643.

Call 211 if you’re not sure where to begin. 211 can help connect you with mental health services and other community resources based on your needs.

If there is immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Please save and share this post. We are stronger together. United Is the Way.

#211 #988

07/17/2026

Last day to register for the 23rd Annual Luck of the Irish Golf Tournament is Sunday, July 19th at 11:59 PM HST. It is not too late to join the fun 🤩🏌️‍♀️🏌️. Golf a beautiful course for a great cause!

07/06/2026

Join us for Hawaiʻi Island United Way's 23rd Annual Luck of the Irish Golf Tournament on August 9th (original date in March rescheduled due to Kona Low Storms). Email info at hiuw dot com for questions about registration or sponsorships. Registration information in comments.

05/29/2026

🌺 Community Impact in Action on World Hunger Day

On this World Hunger Day, we’re reminded that hunger is not far away—it’s here on Hawaiʻi Island, where we continue to experience some of the highest rates of food insecurity in the state.

While the need is great, we’re proud to invest $64,000 into 9 nonprofit partners working on food and housing stability for ALICE families across Hawaiʻi Island:

🌱 Waikoloa Grows — $5,000
🏊 Island of Hawaiʻi YMCA — $5,000
🥬 Kōkua Harvest (The Food Basket) — $10,000
🏠 Hawaiian Community Assets — $10,000
🍽 Neighborhood Place of Puna — $5,000
🔨 Habitat for Humanity — $7,500
🤝 Bridge House — $7,500
🥕 Kohala Food Hub/Feed Hawaiʻi — $7,000
🌾 Hawaiʻi Institute of Pacific Agriculture — $7,000

These organizations are increasing access to nutritious food, expanding local agriculture, and helping families find and keep stable housing. Together, we are strengthening our island—one family at a time.

💛 Today is both a celebration and a call to action. The gap between need and resources is real—but so is the opportunity to come together, invest in solutions, and ensure every person in our community has enough to eat and a place to call home.

✨ Mahalo to our friends at The Food Basket for hosting this important event and bringing our community together.
Mahalo to our partners for leading with heart and impact.

12/18/2025

Hawai’i Island is teaming up with United Way organizations across the islands to strengthen and expand awareness of AUW211 services on our neighbor islands. Together we are making it easier for communities to access vital resources and support. Learn more about this collaborative effort. Link in bio.

12/18/2025

Hawaiʻi Island United Way is teaming up with United Way organizations across the islands to strengthen and expand awareness of AUW 211 services on our neighbor islands. Together, we’re making it easier for communities to access vital resources and support. Learn more about this collaborative effort.

Aloha United Way's helpline provides the public with resources that can assist with rent, shelter and food. Nearly 80% of those who use the helpline are from Oʻahu.

12/08/2025

Frfr—We desperately need small, gently used furniture for our furniture bank! Think side tables, comfy chairs, small dressers, desks, shelves. We are located on the 2nd Floor, so all furniture has to be able to be carried up and down the stairs easily. Not sure if we will take it? Call us at 808-935-6393 for more information. Or dm us here!

12/04/2025

✨ Carrying the Spirit of Giving Into the Holidays ✨

Mahalo to everyone who joined us at the Givers Gala—your generosity and aloha spirit lit up the evening and continues to shine across Hawai‘i Island. 🌟Entering the holiday season by honoring nine incredible nonprofit employees and volunteers with awards and staycations that recognize the heart they put into serving our community. 💖 These individuals remind us what true giving looks like and keep us grounded in gratitude. 🙏

Whether you joined us in person or supported from afar, your commitment makes a difference. 🌍 Because of you, we raised money to strengthen the Hawaiʻi Island nonprofit network, local families have hope, resources, and brighter futures. 🌈

As we enter this holiday season, we’re reminded that the greatest gift is the compassion we share. 🎁 We’re excited to share photos from the Gala that capture the joy, connection, and appreciation that make this time of year so meaningful. 📸
From our ‘ohana to yours, thank you for making this season truly special—and for keeping the spirit of giving alive all year long. ❤️

If you did not have a chance to contribute to Hawaiʻi Island United Way this year, it is not too late to get your 2025 donations in! Link in comments.

12/01/2025

This Giving Tuesday, join us in creating a stronger, more resilient Hawaiʻi Island.

When you give to Hawaii Island United Way, you’re helping families and communities thrive.

Link to give in comments.

This season, let's Live United 💛