Hawaii Literacy

Subaru Hawaii Donates $6,700 to Hawaii Literacy

admin — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 00:42:07 +0000

Mahalo to Subaru Hawaii for their generous donation of $6,700 to Hawaii Literacy as part of their “Share the Love” sales event! Their thoughtful support will help us continue to promote adult and youth literacy education in Hawaii.

Pau Hana Block Party Fundraiser at Murphy’s Bar & Grill a big success!

admin — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 03:31:49 +0000

Mahalo to Murphy’s Bar & Grill and to all who attended or helped to make our 3rd annual Pau Hana Block Party the biggest and best yet!

We are happy to say we met, and even exceeded our fundraising goal for the event, and raised funds to help continue our Adult and Family Literacy programs through the year. We couldn’t do it without you!

Mahalos to:

for their terrific support for greater literacy and education in Hawaii.

This event was a big success only because of these generous table sponsors.
Mahalo nui for your commitment to supporting literacy efforts for adults and keiki in need.

Rebecca Knuth & L.I.S. at University of Hawaii

The Law Office of Michael F. Nauyokas

This year our auction was filled with dozens of unique items from the inexpensive and practical gift cards to luxurious hotel stays and spa treatments. Mahalo to terrific businesses and supporters who helped us reach our goal.

Our event program lists all of the generous item donors and event information.

We plan to do it again next year… stay in touch for the date in fall 2012!

Join us for the 3rd Annual Pau Hana Block party at Murphy’s Bar & Grill

admin — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 18:50:11 +0000

Our 3rd annual Pau Hana Block Party at Murphy’s Bar & Grill promises to be the best yet!

Single ticket ($30) includes admission, 2 sliders, a side of crispy rings, and 2 drinks of your choice: beer, house wine, or soft drink.

Our Two Ticket deal ($55) offers the same for 2 people, with a $5.00 discount. Live music and a great silent auction add to the party.

VIP table or sponsorship options are available, and add to an enjoyable evening for your group with free reserved parking, a reserved VIP table top, even waiter service and gift certificates for more ono food or drink from Murphy’s. Click here for VIP table and sponsorship information.

Click here to purchase tickets and tables on-line, or call our main office at 537-6706, or talk to any board or staff member.

We hope to see you there!

Mahalo for your support!

admin — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 18:36:40 +0000

Mahalo for your generous support for Hawaii Literacy!

We depend on people in the community to help support programs that teach adults and children in need to read & write. It is the first step in opening a world of opportunities and your donation supports this positive change for families and communities across our island.

We appreciate your support for greater literacy and invite you to contact us anytime at info@hawaiiliteracy.org.

Mahalo for your support!

admin — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 18:23:12 +0000

We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, September 8th at the Pau Hana Block Party at Murphy’s Bar & Grill.

If you purchased single or pairs of tickets, your name will be on the guest list at the check-in table.

If you purchased a VIP table or sponsorship, a package including admission tickets and parking information will be mailed to you in 3 business days.

Email info@hawaiiliteracy.org if you have questions, and mahalo for joining us and helping to support greater literacy in Hawaii!!

Murphy’s Bar & Grill Pau Hana Block Party, September 8, 2011

admin — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 23:56:17 +0000

Buy your tickets or tables now!

Our 3rd annual Pau Hana Block Party at Murphy’s Bar & Grill promises to be the best yet!

Single ticket ($30) includes admission, 2 sliders, a side of crispy rings, and 2 drinks of your choice: beer, house wine, or soft drink.

Our Two Ticket deal ($55) offers the same as above for 2 people, with a $5.00 discount. (Select 1 quantity for each set of 2 tickets you wish to purchase)

Or select a table or sponsorship option and enjoy the evening with free reserved parking, a reserved VIP table top, even waiter service and gift certificates for more ono food or drink from Murphy’s.

Click here for VIP table and sponsorship information.

Tickets and Tables may also be purchased by check or cash by calling our main office at 537-6706 or from any board or staff member.

Red, White & Brew

admin — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 22:45:23 +0000

Mahalo nui loa to our lead sponsor Hawaiian Telcom, all our sponsors and donors, Executive Women International, and the distibutors and retailers who so generously showcased their holdiay selections at Red, White & Brew. The evening was a terrific success, and we hope all who attended enjoyed themselves.

Mahalo nui for your support!

Please click on flyer for full-size version.

Mahalo to our event sponsors for their dedication to greater literacy and educational opportunity for all in our communities.

Now we’ve met our MATCH!

admin — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 06:09:28 +0000

Mahalo for helping us to meet our Match! Thanks to many generous gifts from businesses,foundations,and individuals, Hawaii Literacy has met our grant challenge from the GIFT Foundation of Hawai’i to raise $32,000 to build three terrific new programs– Literacy & Technology, Youth Tutoring, and Parents Achieving Literacy– and help hundreds of `ohana most in need.

These much-needed programs for keiki and parents are possible only because of the great work of the GIFT Foundation of Hawai’i and support of these generous donors. Learn more about our plans: here, or click here to help support this work.

Mahalo nui loa to:

Hawaiian Telcom
Bank of Hawai’i
German Benevolent Society of Honolulu
Hokulani Bake Shop
Sheraton Hawai’i Bowl Foundation
Alexander & Baldwin Foundation
and the dozens of individual donors who gave so generously to help us reach our goal.

Sale of New Children’s Book Benefits Hawaii Literacy

admin — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 06:08:37 +0000

Jerylin Ito’s debut children’s book, Finding Our `Ohana, shares the story of two children in Hawai`i searching for `ohana and a place to call home, and helps keiki to think about and appreciate all they have in their own lives.

In her recent book, Double Rainbow Island, Malia is tired of staying home and decides to seek out other Nalo. Along the way, she meets up with Kaleo and Mano. Together they discover new friendships and colors. Can they get their families to leave home to meet the other Nalo?

These touching books can be purchased on-line.

Autographed Version

Amazon.com
Finding Our ‘Ohana
Double Rainbow Island

$1 from the purchase of each book on this site will be donated to Hawaii Literacy. Mahalo nui to author Jerilyn Ito and illustrators Brooke Wilmeth and Melissa Wong for this generous gift.

The Bookmobile is Back!

admin — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 06:07:43 +0000

Hawaii Literacy’s new Bookmobile was officially welcomed at a blessing at ‘Ohana Ola O Kahumana on November 10, and resumed service to seven sites on the Waianae Coast. Last April, the Bookmobile program had to stop service due to irreparable maintenance issues, but thanks to the generosity of The Harry & Nee Chang Wong Foundation, a much-needed brand new custom Bookmobile is again bringing books and literacy activities to excited keiki and ‘ohana along the Waianae Coast.

With a new, reliable vehicle and generous support from Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Pizza Hut Literacy Fund, and Friends of Hawai’i Charities, Hawaii Literacy hopes to grow its route and bring books and a love of reading to even more ‘ohana and keiki. Last year, the program served over 1,000 children and parents and lent out over 15,000 books.

Mahalo nui loa to the many supporters who made donations, offered help, and spread the word about this great program. It is because of you this program will continue!