Kahana Canoe Club members
(from Go Fund Me)
On August 8th my 'ohana lost three of their homes to the wildfires on Maui. I'm starting this fundraiser on behalf of all the family members that have been directly affected. Thankfully we are safe but like many others, my family has lost everything in the tragedy.
Our family has been living in Lahaina for over 50 years and has dedicated their lives to helping the community. Walter is a retired firefighter captain of the Lahaina station, while Diane worked as the Lahainaluna Foundation Director, Holy Innocents Preschool Director, and Occupational Therapist in the community for years.
Jeremy has been a teacher at Lahainaluna for almost 20 years and previously ran the girl's soccer program at the high school, while Gracie has been in the hospitality industry for decades. Jeremy and Gracie have always offered their kokua to the community and their friends without hesitation.
Corey works at the Westin Resorts and put many, many hours into building his Habitat for Humanity home in Kahoma. He has lived there for less than a year before it was destroyed in the fires.
We thank you to all that have reached out and offered your kokua! Anything you can give is greatly appreciated and will go directly to them to help them get back on their feet and give some relief while they figure out the next steps. Please continue to keep my family and the entire Lahaina community in your prayers.
If you would like to donate any items please reach out to anyone in my family.
Mahalo nui loa for your generosity and support!
