Ho’omenemene 2018

 Father Clarence “Larry” Fisher, was one of the Center’s original board members and has been an active board member since 1986. He has championed the Center in the Catholic community and provided thoughtful, insightful guidance over the years.

 Lili‘uokalani Trust (LT), a private operating foundation established in 1909 by Hawai‘i’s last ruling monarch, Queen Lili‘uokalani. Her Deed of Trust directs that the Queen’s assets be utilized to provide for orphan and destitute children in perpetuity. LT has broadened its focus to include collaborations with community groups and organizations, and to stimulate change across the entire system to break the cycle of poverty for Native Hawaiian families.

Their work over many years truly exemplifies what individuals and organizations can accomplish as interfaith advocates and active participants helping people in need. This has been the focus of Center since its inception in 1986.

Senator Brian Schatz and Representative Tulsi Gabbard honored Lili‘uokalani Trust and Father Larry with elegant Certificates of Recognition. Angie Delight played beautiful piano music and Lee Takagi and Elaine Lemon performed inspiring songs written by Queen Lili‘uokalani.

This biennial event is a critical component to supporting the Center’s mission of helping all people in need of counseling regardless of their ability to pay. Proceeds from the event will replenish the Client Assistance Fund, which subsidizes mental health counseling for uninsured, underinsured, elderly, and low-income clients. Proceeds from the silent auction will fund the Jolene Gerell Memorial Endowment Fund.

We send a heartfelt “mahalo” to everyone who attended and to our supporters who were with us in spirit!