20 for the Next 20: ‘Olu Campbell, Hawai‘i Land Trust
The trust’s president and CEO draws on his expertise in environmental law and love of the land to oversee acquisitions and preservation.
Author: Austin Bourcier
Family Promise Focuses on Homeless Children and Their Families
1 in 30 Hawai‘i children experience homelessness each year, and it can have “a disproportionate effect over the rest of their lives.”
This Maui Nonprofit Helps Protect Whales and Dolphins Worldwide
In its 45 years, Pacific Whale Foundation has grown into a major research, education and conservation organization.
My Job Is Protecting Lāna‘i’s Wildlife
Pūlama Lāna‘i’s lead wildlife biologist Grazel Caceres helps protect the island’s endemic, and often endangered, animals and plants.
The Maui Farm Helps Create Healthy Futures for Families
Women and children in crisis live at the farm and learn skills that help lead to sustainable, independent lives.
My Job Is Helping Kūpuna Spend Their Golden Years at Home
Caregiver Joeziah Routt-Rivera helps aging clients with chores, errands, meals, medications and personal care.
Caring for Babies Is Hard, Especially without Support. This Nonprofit Is a Lifeline.
Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies provides everything from prenatal care to lactation assistance to guidance on soothing fussy infants.
My Job Is Repairing Rare Stringed Instruments
Ki-Lin Reece is a luthier at KR Strings, where he restores family heirlooms and old Hawaiian instruments.
Never Quit Dreaming Helps Special Needs Kids Have Fun and Be Part of a Team
The nonprofit teaches sports skills to young people and organizes outings for families. UH’s baseball team is a big supporter.
My Job Is Hunting for Hidden Treasures and Reselling Them
“Upscale cheapskate” Jamie Nalani Fulkerson has found $15 Tiffany coasters that she resold for $250.
My Job Is Helping Patients Access Health and Social Services
Community health care professional Airleen Lucero works on the front line of medicine: outreach and education.
20 for the Next 20: Alison Tomisato Alves, Marriott International
As director of marketing for five iconic hotels, she says it’s an honor to help “define tourism and hospitality for the future.”
Crypto in Hawai‘i Is Still a “Lab” Experiment
Eleven companies participate in the Digital Currency Innovation Lab while the state explores regulations and advocates push for open markets.
This 12-Acre Campus for Abandoned Pets Is Getting a New Hospital
The Hawaii Island Humane Society opened a community center. A full-service animal hospital is next.
Hawai‘i’s Native Forests Are Vanishing. Here’s How to Help.
Pests and diseases are decimating ‘ōhi‘a trees and others, but simple actions can help stop the decline.
My Job Is Helping Students Learn to Love Computer Science
Mid-Pacific teacher Danelle Landgraf says coding is like a dance, filled with layers of steps.
Native Honeycreepers Evolved Over 6 Million Years. Now They’re Barely Hanging On.
As mosquitos move into higher elevations, they kill off endemic species. A UH Hilo specialist is working to save them.
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