The goal of Arc of Maui County (Arc) is to promote and protect the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community.  The agency is the shared vision of many dedicated parents, family members, people with disabilities, staff and advocates from the community and across the nation.

For over 60 years, Arc of Maui County has provided Vocational Services, Group and Individualized Learning Programs and other services that help to ensure full inclusion and participation in the community to individuals with cognitive or physical disabilities, or both.  Arc’s Residential Services also include six group homes located throughout Maui County.

As the beneficiary of Ohana Fuels’ “Fuel up. Do good.” program for the fourth quarter of 2018, Arc of Maui County received a donation of $5,261.51.

“This generous donation from Ohana Fuels will allow us to provide much needed financial assistance for dental care to our residential participants.  We are extremely grateful for the support.”

–Rob Lane, Chief Executive Officer, Arc of Maui

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.

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The Maui office of Mental Health America of Hawaii was the most recent beneficiary of the Ohana Fuels, ‘Fuel Up. Do Good.’ program. Ohana Fuels partners with nonprofit organizations serving 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. Third quarter sales at Maui Ohana Fuels locations resulted in a $7,238.94 to Mental Health America of Hawaii.

The mission of Mental Health America of Hawaii is promote mental wellness through education, advocacy and service. We endeavor to reduce the stigma of mental illness and improve the overall care, treatment and empowerment of those affected by mental illness, children, adults, elders and their families. Through our leadership, we expand mental health awareness, understanding and action. We advocate to ensure that people with mental health problems have the services they need.

Danielle Bergan, Community Coordinator, said, “Like many non-profits, funding is tight these days and we deeply appreciate Ohana Fuels’ generosity as it will help continue our mission of supporting community members and their families affected by mental illness.”

 ““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 non-profits do to help local residents and neighborhoods. We look forward to offering continued support in the community through our sponsorship programs.”

For more information, please visit www.ohanafuels.com or http://mentalhealthhawaii.org

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 ten 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.

Maui – Nā Hoaloha 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. Second quarter sales resulted in a donation to Na Hoaloha in the amount of $6,836.38.

Nā Hoaloha (Loving Friends) is a grassroots organization whose mission is to provide compassionate care to seniors and persons with disabilities to help them remain independent and to enhance their quality of life. “Kupuna in rural areas are challenged in accessing resources and have a greater risk of isolation. The contributions received from the ‘Fuel Up. Do Good.’ community giving program from Ohana Fuels, and the car wash revenue, will go far in supporting Nā Hoaloha’s rural development and outreach program,” said Judy Guajardo, Volunteer Coordinator for Nā Hoaloha. “Falls Risk Assessments, Telephone Reassurance and Early Detection for Dementia are a few of the services that can make a big difference in helping a senior live longer and healthier. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with Ohana Fuels in such a meaningful way.”

Kimo Haynes, President of Hawaii Petroleum said, “At Ohana Fuels we are happy to give back to the community through our ‘Fuel Up. Do Good.’ program.” He added, ”These organizations provide exceptional, and much needed, services that help local residents and neighborhoods. We pledge our continued support through our sponsorship programs.”

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.

(Wailuku) – Maui Mediation Services (MMS) 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. Maui Mediation Services’ donation included $6,034.17 from first quarter sales, plus an additional $378 in carwash proceeds.

MMS, which started as the Maui Neighborhood Justice Center, has been providing mediation services to Maui County for more than 35 years. Volunteer mediators facilitate a confidential process where two or more people meet to work out mutually acceptable solutions to their problems. The organization now routinely receives more than half of its cases as referrals from Hawaii State Courts. They also provide conflict resolution training opportunities for youth and for the workplace, as well as anger management sessions and meeting facilitation services.

“We gratefully acknowledge the support of Ohana Fuels and Hawaii Petroleum President Kimo Haynes,” said Bevanne Bowers, MMS Executive Director. “Ohana Fuels seeks to create positive change in the communities where they do business, and that philosophy of neighbors helping neighbors is what Maui Mediation Services was built on.”