An amazing place…read more.. McDonald's was one of earlier jobs that I worked while I was still in school and as it was corporate back then it was tough though always a great experience and as I learned about some of the things they do for the Ronald Mcdonald House I was much younger back then had no idea what it does for the community. Fast forward to the 2025 and hearing that they had a 5K charity of a day that I'm usually off I was so excited to register and participate in this even only to fully miss out on it unfortunately and was off island shortly after than and received an email of my tote that was unclaimed and asked if I was still interested in it which of course I was and was delighted to have a chance to claim it and pick it up right here on Judd Hillside Rd and since I was there I just had to pick up a few items to donate along with a bunch of brand new plushies that I loved but knew that it had more love to share as well. Nothing brings me greater joy than to share and give joy to others and though it was a small gesture it really made me feel happy and hopes that all the items will give comfort and love at their time of need. Thank you!

Give back to your local community partners!…read more This is a great nonprofit to participate and support as they are easy to contact and schedule time with a team and come by to help or donate. They are always posting material items on Instagram or social media showcasing what they are needing. Upon arrival, they let you know what you may need to do to help out. They offer convenient times around busy work schedules, which is great. You may paint, assemble bags, prepare something in the kitchen, whatever fairly simple projects are needed for the home... Knowing you are able to put a smile on the face of a child is amazing. What these kids and families go through, most may never have to and the majority are unable to imagine. Taking a moment to give time to help as a volunteer goes a long way! This location does not have parking but please do not let that deter you from helping as they do provide a shuttle to and from the facility.

I love that this place exists to help those families in need. In this day and age, there should be…read moreaccess to basic food needs for everyone, and the Hawaii Foodbank provides that, as well as any organization can. Every time I've stopped by to drop off a donation of food items, the employees and volunteers have been very helpful. Parking is very limited, with all the trucks and other equipment in the lot, so it's good that someone is usually outside to help. They allow me to stop at the front, and even bring a dolly and unload the food from my car to bring it in. They will also provide a written donation receipt, upon request. With the number of families losing their homes and everything during the recent storms, it's reassuring that the Hawaii Foodbank will be there to help provide relief.

The Hawaii Foodbank and all of its staff and volunteers are amazing at helping support the…read morecommunity and families and friends. It takes a special kind of person with dedication and commitment to operate a successful program like this. Including loving, caring, understanding, compassionate and grateful. Sounds easy but I can tell you it's very hard work just as a volunteer. There's a lot of behind the scenes support from the team like truck drivers on the road all day to the warehouse crew providing logistical assistance day in and out. Administration and Management to the custodians and maintenance people keeping things clean and running. MAHALO PLENTY TO EACH AND EVERYONE. You're the BEST! Never go hungry.

I dropped off 5 carloads of home goods, clothing, bedding, etc while downsizing my mom's condo to…read moremove her into a house with my sis and her fam. Helping Hands was so much closer to where we live compared to Salvation Army or Goodwill. I like that Helping Hands is truly a nonprofit organization because they don't sell your donated goods to the people who need them. People can come get the goods for free at helping hands. Staff were always very friendly and helpful with unloading my car. They are also very good about giving me the tax write off forms. (Salvation Army has you go to a website to get tax form and I couldn't even create an account successfully on the website. Kept getting error message.) Helping hands drop off times are Monday to Friday from 11 AM to 2 PM so the drop off window is pretty limited.

I have been working with this organization for over 20 years. They have been helping the community…read morefor the past 50 years! Amazing! I always refer my clients there to get free household goods such as bedding, pots and pans, dishes, etc. I always drop off my donations there. Every Christmas - they have Adopt A Family and I love seeing our clients get items they wouldn't be able to get for their family since it is so expensive living here in Hawaii. They also have the Ready To Learn program which gives students school supplies for the upcoming year. They have other programs so please donate any household items or give a monetary donation if you are able! Thank you Helping Hands Hawaii!

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It is hard to rate IHS. Recently, my work organization did a service project here to help with…read moresorting clothes. I write this review to spread words out there for IHS. They can always use helping hands. So if your organization such as work, church, or whatever it is, do contact IHS for good cause. I do understand that we have mixed emotion about homeless etc. but sometimes you do for people who are wanting to help who are in need. So think of it as you are helping the good people. I spent 3 hours on a Saturday and staff were so appreciative and offered us snacks and water. Oh I learned that this location is for women. IHS on Nimitz is for men. And I'm not going lie, when I got to this location to check in at the counter I didn't feel safe. But once I went inside the building and met with other volunteers I was okay.

The people in charge made the entire process very enjoyable!! They were so informative and…read moreorganized which was super helpful. When we first arrived they had us fill out covid waivers and questionnaires and they took our temperature. The place was a decent size so we could socially distance! Me and two others volunteered for about 2 hours and were able to help out with gift wrapping! They provided all the necessary supplies and gave us clear instructions. They even had a station for us to wash our hands after. The only negative thing is that when we arrived it was a bit hard to find parking. I highly recommend volunteering at HUGS, it's a great opportunity to support an important cause! :)

Im alway impress as to how well the Company does with their events for the children support of the…read moreparents and the work needed - to raise money to make it happen or the people that donates their time to make the place shine; The Boy scouts fixing the place, chairaty organization - Im alway pleased to get word to come and volunteer my service as a Massage T., like the people doing make up: hands and feet work! Dexter C.

FPH has been such a big blessing to me, although they are very busy.. I am so grateful for the…read moreagents and specialist that provided me answers and resources throughout this journey!!

Terrible! They are supposed to be an emergency shelter and they took 3 MONTHS to call me back…read more After going through all the trouble of filling out their paperwork with the most personal details of our life at an HOUR long interview, they never even had the decency to call us back!! Lose money! Waste of time!! They lie and are not helping homeless local residents, they only help Micronesians! Zero stars, auwe!

To cause growth, to cause to increase, to spread growth, to sprout, to inspire, to excite...part of…read morethe mission of the Hawaii Youth Opera Chorus. And that they do, challenge and develop our Keiki. THRILLED beyond measure that a friend's son was going to be in the Hawaii Youth Opera production of the Mikado I jumped for joy and somersaulted to Orvis Auditorium on the University of Hawaii Campus. Could this be? Grant not only was in the production but had a fabulously funny, major role as "the Grand Pooh Bah". Alongside were characters: Chow Fun, Char Sue, Cha Wan...So you see from some of the names, the opera was individualized, modernized, localized, and ohh sooo entertaining. Dis Aunty is so proud of all da participants. Wow, so good. Hana hou. Can't hardly wait until the next performance!

I sang with HYOC for about four years and I can honestly say that it has shaped who I am. This…read moreorganization masterfully teaches children musical theory and technique in a nurturing and fun environment. HYOC is internationally recognized and awarded for its excellence. Students have moved on to sing on the professional stage (even The Met!), operas with Hawaii Opera Theater, originally scored operas, National Honors Choirs, and choirs around the world. Children learn to sing in German, Chinese, Korean, French, Japanese, Italian, and of course Hawaiian. They learn to read music and follow musical direction. But most importantly...their performances give me chicken skin!!! Angelic!! To this day, 25 years later, I still have friendships with HYOC alumni. Singing develops neural pathways, strengthens core breathing and builds happiness/emotional resilience. Join...send your kids, go to performances, give money to support the children and nā mele o Hawai'i!!

Amazing bird rescue organization! I posted about an injured dove that was found by my parents in…read morethe middle of the night. It was pretty late, and I didn't think anyone would respond, let alone actually pick up the poor baby. I'm grateful this baby got a fighting chance at life all thanks to this organization.

Great volunteers who dedicate copious hours to the rehabilitation of birds. Best place to go is…read moretheir Facebook group: Hawaii bird rescue Or their page Facebook.com/hawaiibirdrescue , post the found bird there then wait for a response!