ReStore - Update

As we prepare for the new year, we ask that you would consider making an investment in our community, by donating to Hale Aloha O Hilo Habitat for Humanity. No gift is too small.

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November Hightlights

Festival of Giving

Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 21st-22nd

Recently we participated in Prince Kuhio's "Festival of Giving" two day event. We raised approximately $500.00 with the help of 21 Habitat volunteers. The event was not complete without Santa's arrival and a classic car parade around the mall, followed by the toys for tots train, and lots of happy children!

Hilo Habitat ReStore Grand Opening

Saturday, Nov. 14th

Hilo Habitat for Humanity kicked off its 20th anniversary celebration with a grand opening on Saturday, November 14th at the our new ReStore warehouse located at 700 Manono Street, one block mauka of Big Island Candies.

In attendance were Jason Scott Lee, Councilman Dennis Onishi and Char Shigemura, executive assistant to Mayor Kenoi.

Current Habitat President, Julie Hugo and Founders Rev. Susumu Yamane, Gary Bartolomo and Amy Shiroma (not pictured) also joined the festivities.

Rev. Yamane opened with prayer and a ceremonial lei cutting was performed by current Habitat President Julie Hugo. Free hot dogs and drinks were provided throughout the celebration, as attendees enjoyed music and the Alu Like hula halau.

Former president Stacy Hargrove, who died unexpectedly while in office, was honored by a memorial speech from Gary Batolome and a display of beautiful plants with her photograph were displayed in the ReStore.

If you were unable to join us for this event we encourage you to visit the new ReStore, which offers new, leftover, and gently used building materials, appliances, furniture, home goods, and plants, all at 50-90% below retail. Proceeds are used toward building affordable homes in East Hawaii.

Black & White Night

Friday, Nov. 6th

Habitat participated in this years Black & White Night, Friday, Nov. 6th, at the Hawaii Island Board of Realtors. Free entertainment, hot dogs and drinks were provided throughout the evening.

ReStore Manager Polly MacRoberts, Volunteers/ Musicians Marina and Lonny Cooper, and current Habitat President Julie Hugo

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Looking Ahead

Pahoa Christmas Parade

Saturday, December 5th

Come join the fun and walk the parade with us! If interested, please contact our Development Committee Chair at 640-2407 for further details and information.

Habitat Anniversary
Month of January
We will be partnering with KTA to do an island wide fundraiser for the entire month of January. Donors will be able to simply add a donation card to their purchase. Donations will be as small as $1 and as large as $5. More than one card can be used at a time. We hope you will participate in this fundraiser.

Official Anniversary
Saturday, January 23rd

We are currently looking for restaurants and businesses to commit to donating a percentage of their earnings on Saturday, January 23rd. If you or someone you know is interested, please contact our Development Committee Chair at 640-2407 for further details and information.

Volunteer & Sponsor Appreciation

Saturday, January 30th

We will be contacting our sponsors and active volunteers to invite them to a volunteer appreciation lunch/dinner. Please be sure to RSVP!