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Address to send check: 460 Wisteria Ct., Brentwood, CA 94513

Your gift helps keep Hawaiʻi&rsquo;s homes and gathering places powered, even when the grid goes down. Together, we combine traditional Hawaiian values of kuleana and mālama ʻāina with modern clean energy solutions 🌿. Power Aloha - Help Hawai&#39;i Build Energy-ResilienceBuilding Aloha | 501(c)(3) Public Charity | EIN 92-2103211 CORE OBJECTIVESCampaign Period: August 26 &ndash; December 1, 2026 Fundraising Goal:&nbsp;$50,000 -&nbsp;$25k by Sept. 31, 2026 Equipment Goal: 50 generators or reliable power sourcesBuilding Aloha is raising funds to support Hawaiʻi Island communities impacted by Storm Lala, prioritizing at-risk and rural communities and trusted nonprofit partners.Our objectives are to:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Provide generators and dependable power sources</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Expand access to solar and battery-based energy</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Support transportation, fuel, freight, and distribution</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Move essential resources into communities experiencing ongoing need</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Strengthen nonprofit and community-based response capacity</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Invest in equipment capable of supporting future emergencies</li></ul>WHY POWER MATTERSWhen power is disrupted, communities can lose access to communication, refrigeration, water systems, medical equipment, transportation coordination, and other essential services.Reliable power creates resilience.This campaign is designed not only to support recovery from Storm Lala, but to help communities develop practical resources that remain useful during future emergencies. BIG ISLAND FOCUSBuilding Aloha is concentrating this campaign on Hawaiʻi Island, supporting communities and organizations responding to Storm Lala&#39;s impacts.We recognize the significant work already being carried by Hawaiʻi Island residents, volunteers, cultural practitioners, nonprofits, businesses, and community leaders.Our approach is partnership, not duplication.Building Aloha is partnering and supporting the community-centered work of nonprofit boots on the ground, helping strengthen existing networks and connect resources with identified needs.We respect local leadership, community knowledge, cultural protocol, and the people already carrying the work on the ground. YOUR SUPPORT IN ACTIONYour contribution may help provide:Generators &mdash; supporting essential facilities and community operations.Solar and battery systems &mdash; providing renewable or stored power beyond a single emergency.Transportation and fuel &mdash; helping move people, equipment, and supplies.Freight and distribution &mdash; connecting donated resources with communities experiencing need.Resilience equipment &mdash; creating community assets that can remain available for future emergencies. DIRECT EQUIPMENT DONATIONSDonors who prefer to purchase equipment or supplies may support the campaign through our Amazon Wishlist.Amazon Wishlist: &quot;Power Aloha&quot; Hawai&#39;i Island ResilienceHawaiʻi Island Receiving Point &mdash; Hilo: 106 Krauss Ave., Hilo, HI 96720Building Aloha Big Island Point of Contact: Devin McMackin (808) 345-0326 <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:devin87808@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">devin87808@gmail.com</a> Please use the designated receiving address so donated items can be received, inventoried, and coordinated for distribution. DONATION &amp; FUND USE DISCLOSUREBuilding Aloha is a California-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity, EIN 92-2103211. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Donors should retain their donation receipt and consult their tax advisor regarding their individual tax circumstances. Funds raised through this campaign will be used to support generators, power sources, transportation, fuel, freight, logistics, distribution, and related resilience needs for Hawaiʻi Island communities impacted by Storm Lala, consistent with applicable donor restrictions. Where campaign funds are designated for a specific purpose, Building Aloha will make reasonable efforts to use those funds for the stated purpose. If circumstances change, needs are met, or funds exceed the reasonable cost of the stated purpose, remaining funds may be redirected to a substantially similar charitable purpose or another Building Aloha initiative supporting the affected community, consistent with applicable law and donor restrictions. Building Aloha maintains financial records and internal controls to track charitable contributions and expenditures, document expenses, monitor designated funds, reconcile accounts, and complete required nonprofit reporting.Campaign materials describe intended charitable use and do not guarantee a particular individual outcome or distribution. Building Aloha does not provide tax, legal, or financial advice. For independent information regarding charitable contributions and nonprofit fundraising requirements, donors may consult:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations?utm_source=chatgpt.com" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">IRS &mdash; Charitable Organizations</a></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations/charitable-organizations-substantiation-and-disclosure-requirements?utm_source=chatgpt.com" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">IRS &mdash; Charitable Contribution Substantiation</a></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><a fr-original-style="" href="https://oag.ca.gov/charities?utm_source=chatgpt.com" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">California Attorney General &mdash; Charities &amp; Fundraisers</a></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><a fr-original-style="" href="https://oag.ca.gov/donations?utm_source=chatgpt.com" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">California Attorney General &mdash; Donor Information</a></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.ftb.ca.gov/file/business/types/charities-nonprofits/index.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">California Franchise Tax Board &mdash; Exempt Organizations</a></li></ul>HELP US BUILD RESILIENCE$100,000 | 50 generators or reliable power sourcesTwo Giving Channels, Zeffy and Every.org;&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.every.org/building-aloha/f/power-aloha-help-hawaii" id="isPasted" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://www.every.org/building-aloha/f/power-aloha-help-hawaii</a> Building Aloha is grateful to the people already serving Hawaiʻi Island.Our kuleana is to help strengthen their capacity to serve.Kākoʻo. Mālama. Hoʻomau. Support. Care. Continue.Mahalo for standing with Hawaiʻi Island.

Mahalo for Powering Aloha Thank you for supporting Power Aloha, Building Aloha&rsquo;s energy-resilience initiative for Hawaiʻi Island communities impacted by Storm Lala. Your gift helps us work toward $100,000 and reliable power sources, providing generators, battery and solar power, transportation, distribution, and resilience resources to at-risk communities and nonprofit partners. We honor the Hawaiʻi Island volunteers, cultural organizations, nonprofits, businesses, and community leaders serving their communities. Building Aloha is proud to kākoʻo&mdash;to support and strengthen their efforts through resources and partnership. Your gift is an investment in community resilience and preparedness. Mahalo for standing with Hawaiʻi Island and helping turn aloha into action. Kākoʻo. Mālama. Hoʻomau.Support. Care. Continue. Building Aloha is a California-based 501(c)(3) public charity, EIN 92-2103211. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Mapuna TheisenCFO &amp; Vice PresidentBuilding Aloha 501(c)(3) Tax ID: 92-2103211(714) 269-1610buildingaloha.sec@gmail.com

Your gift helps keep Hawaiʻi’s homes and gathering places powered, even when the grid goes down. Together, we combine traditional Hawaiian values of kuleana and mālama ʻāina with modern clean energy solutions 🌿. Power Aloha - Help Hawai'i Build Energy-ResilienceBuilding Aloha | 501(c)(3) Public Charity | EIN 92-2103211 CORE OBJECTIVESCampaign Period: August 26 – December 1, 2026 Fundraising Goal: $50,000 - $25k by Sept. 31, 2026 Equipment Goal: 50 generators or reliable power sourcesBuilding Aloha is raising funds to support Hawaiʻi Island communities impacted by Storm Lala, prioritizing at-risk and rural communities and trusted nonprofit partners.Our objectives are to:<ul><li>Provide generators and dependable power sources</li><li>Expand access to solar and battery-based energy</li><li>Support transportation, fuel, freight, and distribution</li><li>Move essential resources into communities experiencing ongoing need</li><li>Strengthen nonprofit and community-based response capacity</li><li>Invest in equipment capable of supporting future emergencies</li></ul>WHY POWER MATTERSWhen power is disrupted, communities can lose access to communication, refrigeration, water systems, medical equipment, transportation coordination, and other essential services.Reliable power creates resilience.This campaign is designed not only to support recovery from Storm Lala, but to help communities develop practical resources that remain useful during future emergencies. BIG ISLAND FOCUSBuilding Aloha is concentrating this campaign on Hawaiʻi Island, supporting communities and organizations responding to Storm Lala's impacts.We recognize the significant work already being carried by Hawaiʻi Island residents, volunteers, cultural practitioners, nonprofits, businesses, and community leaders.Our approach is partnership, not duplication.Building Aloha is partnering and supporting the community-centered work of nonprofit boots on the ground, helping strengthen existing networks and connect resources with identified needs.We respect local leadership, community knowledge, cultural protocol, and the people already carrying the work on the ground. YOUR SUPPORT IN ACTIONYour contribution may help provide:Generators — supporting essential facilities and community operations.Solar and battery systems — providing renewable or stored power beyond a single emergency.Transportation and fuel — helping move people, equipment, and supplies.Freight and distribution — connecting donated resources with communities experiencing need.Resilience equipment — creating community assets that can remain available for future emergencies. DIRECT EQUIPMENT DONATIONSDonors who prefer to purchase equipment or supplies may support the campaign through our Amazon Wishlist.Amazon Wishlist: "Power Aloha" Hawai'i Island ResilienceHawaiʻi Island Receiving Point — Hilo: 106 Krauss Ave., Hilo, HI 96720Building Aloha Big Island Point of Contact: Devin McMackin (808) 345-0326 <a href="mailto:devin87808@gmail.com" target="_blank">devin87808@gmail.com</a> Please use the designated receiving address so donated items can be received, inventoried, and coordinated for distribution. DONATION &amp; FUND USE DISCLOSUREBuilding Aloha is a California-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity, EIN 92-2103211. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Donors should retain their donation receipt and consult their tax advisor regarding their individual tax circumstances. Funds raised through this campaign will be used to support generators, power sources, transportation, fuel, freight, logistics, distribution, and related resilience needs for Hawaiʻi Island communities impacted by Storm Lala, consistent with applicable donor restrictions. Where campaign funds are designated for a specific purpose, Building Aloha will make reasonable efforts to use those funds for the stated purpose. If circumstances change, needs are met, or funds exceed the reasonable cost of the stated purpose, remaining funds may be redirected to a substantially similar charitable purpose or another Building Aloha initiative supporting the affected community, consistent with applicable law and donor restrictions. Building Aloha maintains financial records and internal controls to track charitable contributions and expenditures, document expenses, monitor designated funds, reconcile accounts, and complete required nonprofit reporting.Campaign materials describe intended charitable use and do not guarantee a particular individual outcome or distribution. Building Aloha does not provide tax, legal, or financial advice. For independent information regarding charitable contributions and nonprofit fundraising requirements, donors may consult:<ul><li><a href="https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">IRS — Charitable Organizations</a></li><li><a href="https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations/charitable-organizations-substantiation-and-disclosure-requirements?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">IRS — Charitable Contribution Substantiation</a></li><li><a href="https://oag.ca.gov/charities?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">California Attorney General — Charities &amp; Fundraisers</a></li><li><a href="https://oag.ca.gov/donations?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">California Attorney General — Donor Information</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ftb.ca.gov/file/business/types/charities-nonprofits/index.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">California Franchise Tax Board — Exempt Organizations</a></li></ul>HELP US BUILD RESILIENCE$100,000 | 50 generators or reliable power sourcesTwo Giving Channels, Zeffy and Every.org; <a href="https://www.every.org/building-aloha/f/power-aloha-help-hawaii" target="_blank">https://www.every.org/building-aloha/f/power-aloha-help-hawaii</a> Building Aloha is grateful to the people already serving Hawaiʻi Island.Our kuleana is to help strengthen their capacity to serve.Kākoʻo. Mālama. Hoʻomau. Support. Care. Continue.Mahalo for standing with Hawaiʻi Island.

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