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6 Nonprofits To Watch in 2026
January 1, 2026

Fellows mentioned in this story: Marisa Hayase

From Aloha State Daily:

From philanthropy and conservation to housing and feeding ʻohana, these nonprofit leaders showed resilience and innovation in 2025. In the New Year, weʻll be watching to see how they continue to impact local communities.

Marisa Hayase, Weinberg Foundation

In late April, Marisa Castuera Hayase was tapped to lead The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation’s $150 million in annual grantmaking efforts that support nonprofits in the U.S. and Israel. As vice president of programs, she will ensure the foundation continues to improve housing stability, health, employment and educational opportunities, and aging.

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