How long have you been a social worker? I graduated with a Masters in Social Work (MSW) in 1976, however, I’ve been a licensed social worker since 2004, the first year Hawai’i required social workers to be licensed. I am …
Meet Our Neighbor Island Leadership Council Chairs
Our Neighbor Island Leadership Councils provide a critical role in the advancement of the mission of Catholic Charities Hawai‘i and its statewide service development and advocacy efforts. Members also assist CCH in building bridges with community partners, supporters and resources …
New 2021 Board Member Spotlight
Our board members help to advance the mission of Catholic Charities Hawai‘i to serve the neediest in our community. They bring their perspectives, expertise and experience to CCH. We thank our current board members for their continued support and welcome …
Create a Legacy through Catholic Charities Hawai‘i’s Circle of Hope Society
The Catholic Charities Hawai‘i Circle of Hope Society recognizes friends who support the mission of Catholic Charities Hawai‘i in their estate plans. An honorary designation is conferred upon all known donors who take advantage of the following types of planned …
Catholic Charities Hawaii successfully handled millions in COVID-19 rental assistance requests
During the 2020 holidays, while many were taking time off to enjoy the season, a team at Catholic Charities Hawaii worked long days, seven days a week to make sure that Hawaii renters got the assistance they needed during the …
Providing Rental Assistance to Those in Need
Catholic Charities Hawaii has been involved with two state rent relief programs for those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, In early September, the State of Hawaii initiated the Rent Relief and Housing Assistance Program (RRHAP) to provide much needed financial …
Mahalo to All Who Donated During the Holidays
As we navigated the pandemic, the 2020 holiday season came alive with the blessings of donors, volunteers and staff who made Thanksgiving and Christmas special for struggling families, kupuna and individuals in the community. The unwavering commitment offered by the …
Catholic Charities Hawai‘i to Provide Additional Rent Relief Through New State Assistance Program
HONOLULU, HAWAI‘I (January 6, 2021) – Catholic Charities Hawaii and the State of Hawaii announced today the launch of a new rent relief program that will begin accepting applications next week. The Rent Assistance and Mediation Program (RAMP) will provide assistance …
State Rental Assistance Program
In early September, the State of Hawaii started the Rent Relief and Housing Assistance Program to provide much needed financial help for renters and homeowners impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Catholic Charities Hawaii was given the opportunity to help administer …
Heroes and Helpers Event Reaches Out to Keiki in Need
Catholic Charities Hawaii’s Annual Shop with a Cop event looked very different this year at the Hilo Target Store. Due to COVID-19 the event pivoted to a drive-thru, contactless affair and was renamed “Heroes and Helpers, held this past Saturday, …