WAILUKU, HI – February 22, 2017: The Maui Red Cross 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 local communities by donating a portion of every gallon of gasoline and diesel purchased at Ohana Fuels stations in that community. For the fourth quarter 2016 a total of $6,692.68 was donated to the Maui Red Cross.

“We are so honored to be chosen as the beneficiary for this great community program”, said Michele Liberty, Director of the Maui Red Cross. “We are not a government agency and rely on the generosity and support of Hawaii’s people to provide our critical services to our community.”

Funds raised from this program will support Maui disaster preparedness and response which includes assisting disaster victims with immediate emergency needs such as food, clothing, shelter. In addition, the donation will aid the organziation in conducting its vital community disaster education outreach programs Last year the Maui Red Cross taught disaster preparedness to 293 keiki through “Pillowcase Project Presentations”.

In Maui County, the Red Cross works tirelessly to prevent tragedies from happening, as well as to lend help when disaster does strike. Last fiscal year, the organization installed 78 smoke alarms making 28 homes safer. The Red Cross on Maui also responded to twelve home fires, helping 39displaced family members get back on their feet and start rebuilding their lives after tragedy struck. They also twice opened shelters for residents who were evacuated or unable to return to their residences due to brush fires.

“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 offering continued support through our sponsorship programs.”

About the American Red Cross:
The Red Cross is a non-profit humanitarian organization which provides assistance to meet the immediate emergency needs of those affected by disasters. All Red Cross assistance to disaster victims is free. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it depends on public contributions to help others. Your gift supports the lifesaving mission of the American Red Cross in your community, across the country and around the world.  To send a contribution, mail your check to American Red Cross, 4155 Diamond Head Road, Honolulu, Hawaii 96816 or make a secure online donation at redcross.org/hawaii or call (808) 739-8109.

About Ohana Fuels: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 eight 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.

WAILUKU, Maui October 31, 2016 – Ka Hale A Ke Ola Homeless Resource Centers has been named the latest beneficiary of Ohana Fuels’ “Fuel Up. Do Good” program. Ohana Fuels, Hawaii Petroleum’s retail fuel brand, partners with nonprofit organizations serving the needs of the local community by donating a portion of every gallon of gasoline purchased at its stations in that community. Ka Hale A Ke Ola Homeless Resource Centers received a donation of $8,265 for the period of July 1st through September 30th.

Ka Hale A Ke Ola Homeless Resource Centers have been serving the homeless community in Maui County for the past 30 years. The Center’s Wailuku and Lahaina locations provide safe and secure emergency shelter and offer nutritional meals served onsite, as well as transitional housing programs assisting as many as 1,500 individuals on Maui each year. Additionally, Ka Hale A Ke Ola coordinates a comprehensive range of programs and services aimed at empowering individuals and families to become self-sufficient, contributing members of the community. All emergency shelter and transitional housing program participants receive comprehensive case management services and have access to the onsite programs meeting their specific needs. “Hawaii Petroleum is an amazing and generous partner that truly understands the value of investing in its community. This donation from Ohana Fuels will be used to repair and begin desperately needed renovations to our childcare facility located in Central Maui. A renovated and updated childcare center will be a huge benefit to the many families with children who utilize our services”, said Monique Yamashita, CEO & Executive Director.

“At Ohana Fuels we are proud to be pono in supporting nonprofit organizations through our “Fuel up. Do Good.” community giving program,“ said Kimo Haynes, President of Hawaii Petroleum. Through our contributions, we recognize the exceptional work of these non-profits in assisting local residents during their time of need. We look forward to offering continued support in years to come through our sponsorship programs. “

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

A Brush with Kindness is a program of Habitat for Humanity Maui’s that helps low-income homeowners by offering critical home repairs and home improvements. Volunteer teams work to improve the condition of homes by repairing the home or by installing items that will make the home safer at minimal costs to homeowners who would be unable to complete home repairs on their own.

Able-bodied homeowners are encouraged to work alongside the volunteers in a cooperative effort. This program is for homeowners earning 80 percent or less of the median income which often times include kapuna and the disabled.

The most recent project that was done was for a 78 year old woman who uses a walker.  Her washer and dryer were outside and she had stairs to get to and from her home.  We were able, with the help of volunteers to build her a ramp and relocate her washer and dryer into her home so she wouldn’t have to go outside.  Now she can easily get to her mail every day and can wash her clothes without assistance.

With the help of “Ohana Fuels we will be able to do more critical repairs for deserving families.  Because we use volunteer labor this donation will go a long way to help several families become to feel secure and safe in their homes.
 
Sherri K. Dodson
Executive Director
Habitat for Humanity Maui
970 Lower Main Street
Wailuku, HI  96793
Ph:  (808) 242-1140
Fax:  (808) 242-1141
[email protected]
www.habitat-maui.org

Wailuku, HI – April 29, 2016 – The Pacific Cancer Foundation was the most recent beneficiary of the Ohana Fuels “Fuel Up. Do Good” program for the 1st quarter of this year. Ohana Fuels partners with non-profit organizations that serve the needs of the local community, and donated a portion of every gallon of gasoline at all Ohana Fuel stations in that community. $7,418.14 was donated to the Pacific Cancer Foundation.

“We are so excited to receive this generous donation from Ohana Fuels. This money will be earmarked to support our transportation program, assisting cancer patients with rides to and from treatment. We also bring specialists from Oahu to Maui three times each month. When a non-profit can partner with local businesses it’s the community that benefits, said Nancy La Joy, Executive Director.”

The Pacific Cancer Foundation has been providing free support services to Maui’s cancer community for over 10 years. Our mission is to provide Access, Knowledge and Support to all those whose lives have been touched by Cancer in Maui County. Please visit our website for more information on how we can help you or someone you know.

“Hawaii Petroleum is proud to support non-profit organizations in our local communities, and our customers play a huge role in the ‘Fuel Up. Do Good.’ Community Giving Program,” said Kimo Haynes, President of Hawaii Petroleum. “We value the exceptional work these non-profits do,  and we look forward to offering continued support through our giving program.”

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 nine 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 community with every tank of gas purchased.