Mahalo Nui Loa

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On behalf of He Ho'omaka HouAna O' Puna, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for awarding us a $10,000 grant. This generous support will enable us to provide biweekly support groups for female and female-identifying survivors of domestic violence, substance use disorders, homelessness, and sexual trauma on Hawaii Island.  

We are committed to creating a safe environment (Pu’uhonua) that promotes healing and leads to courageous conversations (kuka kuka) addressing individual and collective intergenerational trauma.  

With this grant, we plan to expand the program's reach to women in remote areas of Hawaii Island, develop a mentorship program for past participants, conduct community outreach, and continuously evaluate the program's effectiveness.  

Your recognition of our work not only provides essential funding but also validates the importance of our mission. Thank you for your commitment to improving the lives of women and girls across the Hawaiian Islands.