Hawai‘i News Now — For Janice Ikeda, home is more than a place — it’s her purpose. From humble beginnings to community leadership, the Vibrant Hawai‘i founder is nurturing resilience across Hawai‘i Island, proving that small acts of service can spark lasting change.

Big Island Now, Spectrum News — Vibrant Hawaiʻi’s Resilience Network is mobilizing to respond and lessen the impact of any length of pause in SNAP benefits will have on families and ensure support reaches those most in need.

Pacific Business News — Pacific Business News’ inaugural Kokua Kahiau Awards recognized 20 Hawai‘i companies for their contributions in giving back to the community at a celebratory luncheon and awards ceremony.

Midweek — The Queen’s Medical Center – Kahi Mohala, Hawai‘i’s only freestanding nonprofit psychiatric hospital serving youth 4-17 years of age, celebrated its first anniversary as part of The Queen’s Health Systems.

Aloha State Daily, Frolic, Pacific Business News — Hōʻiliʻili Market by Farm Link just opened on South Beretania Street. It’s in the former space of ‘ili ‘ili Cash & Carry (which is temporarily closed). Here’s a preview of what you’ll find.

Hawai‘i News Now — From lava fields to leadership, John Leong built Pono Pacific and Kupu to restore both land and lives — and to show what’s possible when purpose leads the way.