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Puna ʻŌpio Hub to offer free job skills workshops for transitional age youth
The two-part workshop series is meant to empower youth aged 14-25 with practical tools for employment success on Oct. 7 and Oct. 21.
New youth hub in Puna to guide young people toward independence
The Neighborhood Place of Puna has opened the Puna ʻŌpio Hub for youth and young adults, ages 14-25, as they explore employment and educational pathways that may seem inaccessible.
First Stuff Da Bus school supply collection event planned in July
Hawaiʻi Police Department is hosting a school supply drop box at Hilo Police Station, located at 349 Kapiʻolani St., in Hilo as part of the effort. Community members are encouraged to donate new school supplies for East Hawaiʻi Keiki and can do so now.
Big Island nonprofits granted $6 million to decrease islandwide homelessness
The Hawaiʻi County Council passed the fourth round of funding from the Homelessness and Housing Fund despite questions regarding efficiency in usage and results.
Neighborhood Place of Puna launches new Mobile Family Resource Center
“By bringing the Family Resource Center directly into our communities, we’re able to meet families where they are, offer immediate assistance and build relationships that strengthen the well-being of our keiki and ʻohana.” — Neighborhood Place of Puna Executive Director Paul Normann
Mothers help mothers, families in need at the Hawaiʻi Diaper Bank
A small team of mothers make a big impact for low income families on Hawaiʻi Island amid growing demands and economic challenges.
Youth homeless outreach center to officially open in Hilo next month
The center is a multi-agency nonprofit partnership among Hope Services Hawaiʻi, Neighborhood Place of Puna, and The Salvation Army.
$10 million in county grants go to nonprofits addressing homelessness and housing
Nine Hawaiʻi County nonprofits will receive $10.1 million for 15 projects using funding from Tier 2 residential property taxes.
Accusations of misconduct and exclusions postpone Hawaiʻi County funding to nonprofits
With questions about the fair allocation of funds, the Hawaiʻi County Council will vote on the appropriation of $10.5 million for nonprofits addressing housing and homelessness this Friday.
KBIG-FM aims to make holiday season brighter for keiki who need it most
Help put a smile on a child’s face this year by donating to the annual KBIG-FM Toy Drive, which supports several organizations around the Big Island.
Hawai‘i County moves former canal residents to new short-term shelter
The Ponahawai site has since been restored to its original condition and is once again serving as an extension of the Wailoa Soccer Fields.
Hawaiʻi County and partners relaunch emergency rental assistance program
The program is designed to help households that suffered from economic hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic and struggling to pay rent.
Neighborhood Place of Puna awarded $2.5 million to help East Hawai‘i families
Neighborhood Place of Puna plans to use its Day 1 Families Fund grant to reduce the number of families and children experiencing homelessness in Hawai‘i County.
ACLU demands Hawaiʻi County homeless sweeps stop until adequate shelters, safe places
The American Civil Liberties Union of Hawai‘i issued a letter on June 2 to the County of Hawai’i demanding that it stop planned sweeps of houseless people and their possessions until there is a place for them to go.
Hawai’i County Council awards $7.5 million in grants to tackle homelessness, housing
The Hawai‘i County Council on Wednesday approved Resolution 61, providing a total of $7.5 million to 13 organizations for 16 projects that include permanent supportive housing, substance abuse and mental health treatment and professional development for front-line homeless service providers.
UPDATE: Hawai‘i Officials Present Lava Recovery Update
Puna State Rep. Joy San Buenavetura held a lava disaster update Feb. 23, 2019, at the Pāhoa Community Center.
Rat Lungworm Support Groups to be Held in Kea‘au
Two meetings will be held on Jan. 9 and Feb. 13 in Kea‘au to support survivors and their caregivers.
Hilo Zonta Chapter Presents $10K to Neighborhood Place of Puna
The Zonta Club of Hilo presented $10,000 to the Neighborhood Place of Puna as part of its 2015 Weinberg Service Project.
Women’s Support Group Facilitator Workshop March 14-15
Neighborhood Place of Puna is sponsoring a two-day workshop next week for facilitators of women’s groups.
‘Trunk or Treat’ in Mt. View on Halloween
Neighborhood Place of Puna invites Big Island families to attend their annual free “trunk or treat” party in Mountain View on October 31.
