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Building Aloha supports Pacific Islander and Indigenous families through grassroots initiatives, focusing on community support, cultural education, and mental health. Their mission is to foster healing and stability through relationship-based work and cultural grounding.

Aloha!&nbsp; We value our donors and supporters so much that we strive to create raffles that inspire you take a chance on winning amazing prizes with peace of mind. The raffles we have for this event will help us meet our commitments to the community outreach programs we hold near and dear to our hearts. Part of the proceeds will benefit 3 lucky students looking to further their knowledge in cultural arts &amp; education, legislation and financial literacy.&nbsp;

Building Aloha's All Islands United Opportunity Drawing

Aloha kākou, In the wake of the recent flooding across Oʻahu, many families are facing significant loss&mdash;homes damaged, essential belongings destroyed, and daily stability shaken. These are not distant stories to us. These are members of our broader community and extended ʻohana. Building Aloha is launching the&nbsp;Oʻahu Flood Relief Fund&nbsp;to support disaster-relief efforts for individuals and communities impacted by the flooding. We are not waiting for systems to catch up. We are moving with aloha, with good mana, and with the understanding that showing up for each other is sacred work. Consistent with our mission, Building Aloha is working with trusted community partners, grassroots organizations, and local leaders in Hawaiʻi to identify urgent needs and coordinate support where it is most needed. &nbsp; Funds raised through this effort will support disaster-relief and recovery assistance, which may include: &bull; Emergency essentials such as food, clothing, and household supplies&bull; Temporary housing and short-term recovery support&bull; Cleanup and restoration materials&bull; Community-based relief efforts coordinated through trusted partners in Hawaiʻi Our goal is to respond quickly while maintaining responsible stewardship of every contribution entrusted to us.Building Aloha is committed to transparency, accountability, and honoring the spirit of aloha that calls us to care for one another during times of hardship. We are committed to financial transparency and responsible stewardship of all donations.Together, we rebuild. Together, we restore. Together, we live aloha.With gratitude and deep respect, Building Aloha Building Aloha, Inc. is a community nonprofit organization organized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. &nbsp;Contributions will be used to support disaster-relief efforts and related charitable purposes consistent with the organization&rsquo;s mission. While donations are intended to support communities impacted by flooding in Hawaiʻi, Building Aloha retains discretion and control over the use of all donated funds to ensure compliance with applicable nonprofit and tax-exempt regulations. Donations to the Building Aloha Oʻahu Flood Relief Fund will be used for disaster-relief efforts and related charitable purposes. If funds raised exceed the immediate relief needs for this event, remaining funds may be used for future disaster-relief or community recovery initiatives consistent with the organization&rsquo;s mission.

Aloha kākou,In the wake of the recent flooding across Oʻahu, many families are facing significant loss—homes damaged, essential belongings destroyed, and daily stability shaken. These are not distant stories to us. These are members of our broader community and extended ʻohana.Building Aloha is launching the Oʻahu Flood Relief Fund to support disaster-relief efforts for individuals and communities impacted by the flooding.We are not waiting for systems to catch up. We are moving with aloha, with good mana, and with the understanding that showing up for each other is sacred work. Consistent with our mission, Building Aloha is working with trusted community partners, grassroots organizations, and local leaders in Hawaiʻi to identify urgent needs and coordinate support where it is most needed. Funds raised through this effort will support disaster-relief and recovery assistance, which may include:• Emergency essentials such as food, clothing, and household supplies• Temporary housing and short-term recovery support• Cleanup and restoration materials• Community-based relief efforts coordinated through trusted partners in HawaiʻiOur goal is to respond quickly while maintaining responsible stewardship of every contribution entrusted to us.Building Aloha is committed to transparency, accountability, and honoring the spirit of aloha that calls us to care for one another during times of hardship.We are committed to financial transparency and responsible stewardship of all donations.Together, we rebuild. Together, we restore.Together, we live aloha.With gratitude and deep respect,Building AlohaBuilding Aloha, Inc. is a community nonprofit organization organized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions will be used to support disaster-relief efforts and related charitable purposes consistent with the organization’s mission. While donations are intended to support communities impacted by flooding in Hawaiʻi, Building Aloha retains discretion and control over the use of all donated funds to ensure compliance with applicable nonprofit and tax-exempt regulations. Donations to the Building Aloha Oʻahu Flood Relief Fund will be used for disaster-relief efforts and related charitable purposes. If funds raised exceed the immediate relief needs for this event, remaining funds may be used for future disaster-relief or community recovery initiatives consistent with the organization’s mission.

Building Aloha: Oʻahu Flood Relief Fund

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.

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 92-2103211CORE OBJECTIVESCampaign Period: August 26 – December 1, 2026Fundraising Goal: $50,000 - $25k by Sept. 31, 2026Equipment 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:Provide generators and dependable power sourcesExpand access to solar and battery-based energySupport transportation, fuel, freight, and distributionMove essential resources into communities experiencing ongoing needStrengthen nonprofit and community-based response capacityInvest in equipment capable of supporting future emergenciesWHY 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) 345-0326devin87808@gmail.comPlease use the designated receiving address so donated items can be received, inventoried, and coordinated for distribution.DONATION & 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:IRS — Charitable OrganizationsIRS — Charitable Contribution SubstantiationCalifornia Attorney General — Charities & FundraisersCalifornia Attorney General — Donor InformationCalifornia Franchise Tax Board — Exempt OrganizationsHELP US BUILD RESILIENCE$100,000 | 50 generators or reliable power sourcesTwo Giving Channels, Zeffy and Every.org; https://www.every.org/building-aloha/f/power-aloha-help-hawaiiBuilding 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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