GOODWILL HAWAII LAUNCHES VOUCHER PROGRAM FOR VICTIMS OF KONA LOW FLOODS

Honolulu, Hawaii – Goodwill Hawaii announced today that it has launched a voucher program to support individuals and families whose homes were impacted by the recent Kona low flooding. The nonprofit organization has committed to distributing $60,000 in emergency vouchers to start that can be redeemed for clothing and household goods at any Goodwill Store in Hawaii. Impacted residents can register for a $100 Goodwill voucher per individual or up to $300 per family at distribution sites located on Oahu, Maui and Hawaii Island. The vouchers will be valid until the end of the year. “Our hearts are with all those across our island communities who have been impacted by severe flooding and displacement from the recent Kona low storm,” said Katy Chen, president and CEO of Goodwill Hawaii. “In times of crisis, we are reminded of the strength and resilience of our community, and the importance of coming together to support one another. While our core mission is to uplift people through the power of work, we are committed to standing alongside our neighbors in recovery—providing resources, assistance, and hope as the community rebuilds and heals together.” Impacted residents can register to pick up the emergency vouchers at any of the following five locations on Oahu, Maui and Hawaii Island: OAHU * Goodwill Hawaii, Honolulu Career & Learning Center, 1075 S. Beretania Street 2nd Floor

Open Monday thru Friday, 8 am to 4 pm (excluding holidays)

• City & County of Honolulu Community Assistance Center, Waialua District Park, 67-180 Goodale Ave. (distributed by Aloha United Way)
  Open Daily, 10 am to 6 pm HAWAII ISLAND
• Goodwill Hawaii, Hawaii Island Community Learning Center (Hilo), Career Services Office, 17 Makaala Street Ste. 4101
  Open Monday thru Friday, 8 am to 4 pm (excluding holidays)
• Goodwill Hawaii, Kona Human Services Office, 74-5599 Luhia Street F-4
  Open Monday thru Friday, 8 am to 4 pm (excluding holidays) MAUI
• Goodwill Hawaii, Maui Human Services Office, 250 Alamaha Street Ste. N16B
  Open Monday thru Friday, 8 am to 4 pm (excluding holidays)

*Distribution locations and hours of operation are subject to change. In 2023, Goodwill launched a similar program to support the victims of the Maui wildfires, distributing $425,000 in emergency vouchers to the community. Goodwill Hawaii continues to accept donations of gently used clothing and household goods. Revenue generated from the sale of donations in stores goes back to the nonprofit organization’s job training and employment programs, including special initiatives like the disaster relief efforts. For more information about Goodwill Hawaii or to make a donation to support the flood relief voucher program, visit GoodwillHawaii.org .