On February 1st, the Flores family gathered in Waimanalo to break ground on their future family home. At an intimate ceremony surrounded by family, dear friends, and our Habitat team, we celebrated the momentous occasion with a blessing, a ceremonial…
Last Thursday, the Waimanalo rain let up and the sun broke through the clouds, casting a warm glow on a long-awaited special occasion. Pua Akiyoshi's home dedication marked the culmination of months of hard work, dedication and patience. Pua's 2-bed,…
Picture this: Pua Akiyoshi, on the verge of stepping into her forever home this holiday season. The anticipation is palpable, marking the end of a journey filled with discipline, determination, patience, and a lot of heart. Beyond the physical walls…
This month we welcome Iafeta Petelo and Samarra Jones, our newest AmeriCorps members, to Honolulu Habitat’s team! In their role as AmeriCorps Volunteer Coordinator, Feta will help recruit, train and recognize the volunteers on and off the build site who…
[Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi - July 26, 2023] - Honolulu Habitat for Humanity is excited to host its 2nd annual Hard Hats and High Heels signature fundraiser at Cafe Julia at the YWCA Oʻahu in Downtown Honolulu. On Saturday, August 26, the…
Last weekend, we concluded our youth workshop series with a 3rd and final workshop at Hui Malama O Ke Kai. The new program, launched this year to help share the spirit of Wahine Build with Hawaii's youth, aims to empower…
For Ruth Pualani “Pua” Akioyshi, owning a home has been a life-long dream. “When I was a kid, I didn’t have plans to get married. My plan was to get a house. I mean, that’s all I wanted to do,…
Last weekend, we launched the Wahine Build youth workshop series – a pilot program to share the spirit of Wahine Build with the next generation of Hawaii’s women leaders. Hosted in partnership with Malama Honua Charter School and led by…
Refocusing our efforts to build more homes In recent months, Honolulu Habitat for Humanity has gained unprecedented momentum to advance our mission of building homes, communities and hope on Oahu. At the same time, the need for affordable housing in…
This Christmas will be particularly special for the Kalaluhi family. After moving into their completed Habitat home in August, they wasted no time celebrating and gathering together in their new multigenerational home, which has become both a sanctuary and hub…
