Hilo, Hawaii – Hawaii Island Adult Care, Inc. was the most recent beneficiary of the Ohana Fuels “Fuel up. Do good.” Community Giving Program. Ohana Fuels partners with nonprofit organizations that serve the needs of the local community, and donates a portion of every gallon of gasoline purchased at all Ohana Fuels stations in that community. The total donation to Hawaii Island Adult Care, Inc. was $7,600.65 from gasoline sales during the 2^nd quarter at all Ohana Fuels locations and proceeds from carwashes held during the quarter.

Serving East Hawaii for 43 years, Hawaii Island Adult Care provides high-quality day care for elderly and challenged adults and support for their families in order to ensure continued living at home – aging in place.   Executive Director Marcie Saquing notes, “it is through partnerships and support from local businesses such as Ohana Fuels, that we are able to continue to serve our kupuna and challenged adults in our community.  We are deeply grateful for their generosity.”  These funds will be used for tuition assistance for those in need.

“At Ohana Fuels, we are proud to support local nonprofit organizations through our ‘Fuel up. Do good.’ Community Giving Program.” said Kimo Haynes, President of Hawaii Petroleum.  We value the exceptional work these nonprofits do to help local residents and neighborhoods. We look forward to supporting our communities through our ‘Fuel up. Do good.’ program.” 

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Ohana Fuels is Hawaii Petroleum’s retail fuel brand that provides competitively priced, quality fuels at safe, clean, and convenient locations including eight stations on the island of Maui, and eleven stations on the island of Hawaii. Certified as a TOP TIER™ fuel provider, Ohana Fuels meets the premier standard of gasoline for optimum performance and fuel efficiency. Hawaii Petroleum is committed to making a positive contribution to the communities in which our Ohana Fuels stations operate, and gives local residents a way to support the community with every tank of gas they purchase.  Learn more at www.ohanafuels.com

CONTACT:

Marcie Saquing

Executive Director

561 Kupuna Place

Hilo, Hawaii 96720

(808) 961-3747 ext. 107

FAX: (808) 961-3740

Email:  [email protected]

East Hawaii – P.A.R.E.N.T.S., Inc. was the most recent beneficiary of the Ohana Fuels “Fuel up. Do good.” Community Giving Program. Ohana Fuels partners with nonprofit organizations that serve the needs of the local community, and donates a portion of the proceeds from every gallon of gasoline purchased at all Ohana Fuels stations in that community.  The total donation to P.A.R.E.N.T.S., Inc. was $6,046.88 from gasoline sales and  proceeds from car washes held at Ohana Fuels stations during the first quarter.

P.A.R.E.N.T.S., Inc., (Providing Awareness, Referrals, Education, Nurturing, Therapy & Support) is a 501(c)(3) organization that has been serving Hawaii’s families since 1975.  As a local organization, PARENTS, Inc. has helped strengthen thousands of families by teaching parents positive parenting skills and techniques in order to prevent child abuse and neglect within our island homes.  Our mission is to strengthen families by providing a full range of prevention, education, and treatment services for men, women, and children.  All preventative, education, and treatment services are multi-ethnic, non-judgmental, non-threatening, supportive, and easily accessible.  Over 4,000 parents and their children benefit from our services annually.

Said Lisa Groulx, Executive Director of PARENTS, Inc., “We are grateful to Hawaii Petroleum and for the support from Ohana Fuels’ Community Giving Program in East Hawaii.  This contribution will help us to continue to serve those in need.  The difference we make in our families ripples through our communities and touches the world.”  She added, “We are blessed to have your support in creating that ripple that will directly impact our local communities in a positive way.”

”We appreciate the opportunity to give back to local organizations through our ‘Fuel up. Do good.’ Community Giving Program,” said Kimo Haynes, President of Hawaii Petroleum.  “We recognize the  positive impact on our communities brought about by the tireless work of agencies like PARENTS Inc., and we vow to offer continued support to them in the future.” 

Ohana Fuels is Hawaii Petroleum’s retail fuel brand that provides competitively priced, quality fuels at safe, clean, and convenient locations including eight stations on the island of Maui, and eleven stations on the island of Hawaii.  Certified as a TOP TIER™ fuel provider, Ohana Fuels meets the premier standard of gasoline for optimum performance and fuel efficiency.  Hawaii Petroleum is committed to making a positive contribution to the communities in which our Ohana Fuels stations operate, and gives local residents a way to support the community with every tank of gas they purchase.  Learn more at www.ohanafuels.com

Mahalo to Joy and Hawaii Petroleum for their generosity and support in helping us break the cycles of abuse and perpetuate a cycle of positive parenting in our local communities.

For over 67 years, Boys & Girls Club of the Big Island (BGCBI) has been at the forefront of youth development.  The organization offers a wide variety of programs across Hawaii Island that ensure safe, nurturing and fun environments for our youth, and encourage participation in activities that inspire academic success, healthy lifestyles, and leadership & character building.  BGCBI works in support of families and lays foundations that emphasize the promotion of diversity, the teaching of positive values, the importance of education and career exploration, and the opportunities to enhance life skills.  All for just $10 per year per participant!

As the beneficiary of Ohana Fuels’ “Fuel up. Do good.” program for the fourth quarter of 2018, BGCBI received a donation of $7,879.32.

“This generous donation from Ohana Fuels will be dedicated to support our Kealakehe kids, providing them with daily academic support and nutritional supplementation.  Mahalo to Ohana Fuels for their continued partnership and commitment in supporting our Big Island youth.”

— Chad Cabral, CEO, Boys & Girls Club of the Big Island

Ohana Fuels is Hawaii Petroleum’s retail fuel brand that provides competitively priced, quality fuels at safe, clean, and convenient locations including eight stations on the island of Maui, and eleven stations on the island of Hawaii.  Certified as a TOP TIER™ fuel provider, Ohana Fuels meets the premier standard of gasoline for optimum performance and fuel efficiency.

Hawaii Petroleum is committed to making a positive contribution to the communities in which our Ohana Fuels stations operate, and gives local residents a way to support the community with every tank of gas they purchase. Learn more at https://ohanafuels.com/fuel-up-do-good/

Puna Hawaii – Neighborhood Place of Puna was the most recent beneficiary of the Ohana Fuels ‘Fuel Up.  Do Good’ program. Ohana Fuels partners with nonprofit organizations that serve the needs of the local community, and donates a portion of the proceeds from every gallon of gasoline purchased at Ohana Fuels stations in that community.  For the third quarter (July 1^st to September 30^th) a total of $6,621.81 was donated to Neighborhood Place of Puna.

Neighborhood Place of Puna is part of a coalition of non-profits responding the Kilauea eruption. Together, they have housed 133 impacted households, and have provided other support such as emergency airfare, financial assistance, and crisis counseling to individuals and families directly affected by the eruption.

“No single organization or agency can do it all! We are better and more effective when we work together. This donation from Ohana Fuels will help us – Neighborhood Place of Puna – continue to do our part in helping those whose lives have been turned upside down by the Kilauea eruption,” said Paul Norman, Executive Director of Neighborhood Place of Puna. 

Added Kimo Haynes, President of Hawaii Petroleum, “We can only imagine the heartbreak and uncertainty caused by the Kilauea eruption.  As members of the Big Island community, we at Ohana Fuels feel it is our duty to assist Puna residents, and we applaud Neighborhood Place and all the other organizations for their efforts, as well.”

Ohana Fuels is Hawaii Petroleum’s retail fuel brand that provides competitively priced, quality fuels at safe, clean, and convenient locations including eight stations on the island of Maui, and eleven stations on the island of Hawaii.  Certified as a TOP TIER™ fuel provider, Ohana Fuels meets the premier standard of gasoline for optimum performance and fuel efficiency.

Hawaii Petroleum is committed to making a positive contribution to the communities in which our Ohana Fuels stations operate, and gives local residents a way to support the community with every tank of gas they purchase. Learn more at www.ohanafuels .com

Hilo, Hawaii  – On July 26, 2018, the Hawaii County Economic Opportunity Council (HCEOC) became the most recent beneficiary of the Ohana Fuels ‘Fuel Up. Do Good.’ program. Ohana Fuels partners with nonprofit organizations that serve the needs of the local community, and donates a portion of the proceeds from every gallon of gasoline purchased at Ohana Fuels stations in that community. Second quarter sales resulted in a donation to the Hawaii County Economic Opportunity Council in the amount of $8,514.51.

HCEOC is a Community Action Agency established in 1965 that strives to alleviate the symptoms of poverty and assist the most vulnerable in our community.  The agency works through many programs including the Senior Farmers Market Coupon program, the Low income Housing Energy Assistance Program, and the Weatherization Assistance Program.  In addition, they also provide transportation for handicapped, low-income, and senior clients, meals for students, housing preservation grants and education programs.

“The Board and Staff of Hawaii County Economic Opportunity Council are grateful for the generosity of Ohana Fuels in helping our organization, and the poor and vulnerable in our community,” said Jay Kimura, Executive Director.  “These funds go a long way in supporting the HCEOC mission and in addressing the issues of poverty.”

Said Kimo Haynes, President of Hawaii Petroleum, “At Ohana Fuels we feel it is our duty to assist local non-profit organizations in supporting the residents of the neighborhoods where we do business in the years to come.” 

Ohana Fuels is Hawaii Petroleum’s retail fuel brand that provides competitively priced, quality fuels at safe, clean, and convenient locations including eight stations on the island of Maui, and eleven stations on the island of Hawaii. Certified as a TOP TIER™ fuel provider, Ohana Fuels meets the premier standard of gasoline for optimum performance and fuel efficiency. Hawaii Petroleum is committed to making a positive contribution to the communities in which our Ohana Fuels stations operate, and gives local residents a way to support the community with every tank of gas they purchase.  Learn more at www.ohanafuels.com

Honoka’a, Hawaii – Brantley Center was the most recent beneficiary of the Ohana Fuels ‘Fuel Up. Do Good.’ community giving program. Ohana Fuels partners with nonprofit organizations that serve the needs of the local community, and donates a portion of the proceeds from every gallon of gasoline and diesel purchased at Ohana Fuels stations in that community. The donation made to Brantley Center from first quarter sales at Big Island Ohana Fuels locations was $ 8,795.92.

Contributions provided by Ohana Fuels will be used to support Brantley Center’s mission: “To provide quality rehabilitation services that empower people with special needs to participate independently within their community through vocational skills education, job-readiness classes, or training in independent living skills.” The donation will allow the center to purchase much needed up-to-date equipment. Brantley Center’s Program Director Dareth Pung-Boteilho said, “With the new equipment, we will be able to expand our case load and offer services to additional clients. We are extremely grateful for Ohana Fuels and their generous support of local charities.”

“All of us at Ohana Fuels are proud to support community organizations through our ‘Fuel up. Do good.’ program,” said Kimo Haynes, President of Hawaii Petroleum. These non-profits provide much needed services to help the residents and neighborhoods in the communities where we do business, and we look forward to offering continued support through our sponsorship programs in the future.”