Giving Respect
Showing Kindness
🍛 Food Distribution & Security
Fighting Hunger, One Meal at a Time
Hunger is a barrier to opportunity, and we work tirelessly to ensure families, seniors, and individuals have access to nutritious meals.
✔️ Mobile Food Unit – Delivers fresh, nutritious meals directly to families in need.
✔️ Community Meal Programs – Provides hot, ready-to-eat meals at designated distribution sites.
✔️ Emergency Food Boxes – Packs and distributes meal kits for families in crisis.
✔️ Culturally Relevant Meals – Sources food from local farms and vendors to ensure culturally appropriate meal options.
✔️ Partnerships with Local Farmers & Stores – Collaborates with Hawaii’s food producers to maximize impact.
🌊 We don’t just provide food—we provide security, dignity, and hope.
🚑 Disaster Relief & Emergency Response
When Disaster Strikes, We Respond
Hawaii’s location makes it vulnerable to hurricanes, flooding, wildfires, and other natural disasters. Project 860 Waikiki provides immediate relief and long-term recovery assistance to affected communities.
✔️ Emergency Relief Vehicles – Deploys rapid response teams with food, water, medical supplies, and hygiene kits.
✔️ Temporary Housing Assistance – Supports displaced families with temporary shelter solutions.
✔️ Disaster Preparedness Training – Teaches emergency planning, safety strategies, and first-aid skills to residents.
✔️ Psychological & Emotional Support – Provides trauma-informed care and counseling services for disaster survivors.
✔️ Community Disaster Preparedness Events – Equips neighborhoods with knowledge and resources to be ready before disasters happen.
🌊 We bring hope when communities need it most.
🎓 Workforce Training & Mentorship
Building Pathways to Economic Independence
Breaking cycles of poverty requires more than short-term assistance—it requires education, mentorship, and skill-building. Our workforce programs help individuals secure stable jobs and achieve self-sufficiency.
✔️ Job Training & Skill Development – Provides certifications and hands-on training in business, food service, and retail.
✔️ Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship – Teaches budgeting, savings, debt management, and business planning.
✔️ Internship & Apprenticeship Programs – Connects participants with paid training opportunities to build careers.
✔️ Micro-Certifications & Workforce Readiness – Offers training in customer service, food safety, and small business management.
✔️ Workforce Reentry Assistance – Helps formerly incarcerated individuals, veterans, and struggling workers find employment.
🌊 From job training to career success, we help individuals build a better future.
🍧 Diamond Head Shave Ice Mentorship Program
Teaching Business Through Hands-On Learning
Entrepreneurship is one of the fastest ways to break financial barriers. The Diamond Head Shave Ice Mentorship Program provides real-world business training to young adults and aspiring entrepreneurs.
✔️ Hands-on Business Training – Learn the ins and outs of running a small business through our Shave Ice Truck initiative.
✔️ Customer Service & Sales Experience – Gain skills in marketing, communication, and hospitality.
✔️ Financial Literacy for Young Entrepreneurs – Understand budgeting, pricing, and profit margins.
✔️ Internships with Stipends – Participants receive financial incentives while learning business skills.
✔️ Pathways to Business Ownership – Graduates can launch their own small businesses with guidance from experienced mentors.
🌊 We’re shaping the next generation of business leaders.
🏠 Housing & Stability Support
More Than Shelter—A Fresh Start
Stable housing is the foundation for economic security and well-being. Our programs help individuals transition from crisis to stability.
✔️ Temporary Housing for Disaster Survivors – Provides emergency housing solutions for families displaced by disasters.
✔️ Rental & Utility Assistance – Helps struggling households stay in their homes and avoid eviction.
✔️ Transitional Housing Support – Connects individuals with affordable housing options and case management services.
🌊 A safe home is the first step toward rebuilding lives.
🎓 Educational & Life Skills Programs
Knowledge is Power: Education That Changes Lives
Education is the key to long-term success and independence. Our programs equip individuals with essential life skills to improve their circumstances.
✔️ Youth Leadership & Development – Builds confidence, leadership, and career skills for young adults.
✔️ Financial Literacy & Budgeting – Teaches debt management, savings strategies, and financial planning.
✔️ Parent-Child Business Workshops – Helps families learn entrepreneurship together.
✔️ Adult & Family Education – Provides GED prep, ESL courses, and career planning guidance.
🌊 We empower individuals through education and skill-building.
🌍 Community Engagement & Advocacy
Strengthening Communities Through Partnership
Lasting change happens when communities work together. We collaborate with faith-based organizations, local businesses, and nonprofits to expand our impact.
✔️ Corporate & Nonprofit Partnerships – Work with businesses and organizations to support community development initiatives.
✔️ Advocacy for Social Change – Promote legislation and policies that uplift underserved communities.
✔️ Community Awareness Campaigns – Educate the public about food insecurity, disaster preparedness, and workforce challenges.
🌊 Together, we create stronger communities.
How You Can Support Our Programs
🌊 Volunteer Your Time – Help serve meals, mentor youth, or assist with disaster relief.
🌊 Donate – Every contribution helps provide food, shelter, and opportunities.
🌊 Partner With Us – Businesses and organizations can sponsor programs or offer in-kind support.
