HCAP Weekly July 18, 2016

In this week’s issue:

HCAP Head Start Parent Finds Employment through the Na Lima Hana Employment Core Services Program
HCAP Staff Participate in the Convoy of Hope Hawaii Event
Youth Services Students Learn about Financial Literacy from Bank of Hawaii Representatives
Hā Initiative Opens New Location
Central District Service Center Participates in the 2016 Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program
HCAP Accepting Applications for 2016-2017 AmeriCorps VISTA Positions
HCAP Head Start Now Accepting Applications for the 2016-2017 School Year

HCAP Head Start Parent Finds Employment through the Na Lima Hana Employment Core Services Program

Lana Ulu, a HCAP Head Start Family Advocate, referred Joy to HCAP’s Na Lima Hana Employment Core Services Program. Joy’s son recently completed his first year at HCAP Head Start and will be entering his second school year this fall. After learning that Joy was unemployed, Lana connected her with the Na Lima Hana Employment Core Services Program at the Leeward District Service Center. From the very beginning it was evident that Joy was determined to find employment and build a better future for her family. Joy had marketable skills and work experience, but was lacking a professional resume. With a little encouragement and a new resume, Joy found employment with Paradise Cove Luau, where she is now training new employees. Joy expressed her gratitude for all the support HCAP has given her. HCAP staff would like to congratulate Joy on all her accomplishments and future success!

HCAP Staff Participate in the Convoy of Hope Hawaii Event

On July 16, HCAP staff attended the 2016 Convoy of Hope Hawaii event at Richardson Field in Pearl Harbor. Many organizations and service providers gathered to share valuable information, resources, and services to the community. There were also a variety of free services and products provided, such as free haircuts, backpacks, children’s shoes, groceries and much more.

HCAP staff used this opportunity to share information about HCAP’s programs and services. HCAP staff also provided fun activities for children attending the event. The event was a great success, and hundreds of attendees visited the HCAP table.

Youth Services Students Learn about Financial Literacy from Bank of Hawaii Representatives

Recently, Bank of Hawaii Representatives presented their Smart Money Seminars to the HCAP Youth Services C-Base students. It was a two-day workshop that covered topics such as the ABC’s of credit, debit cards, how to avoid fraud, and other banking services. The youth enjoyed the seminars and found them to be very useful and informative. Financial literacy is an important life skill that all youth should learn, so the youth benefited greatly from the presentation. Mahalo to Marsha, Claire, and Scott from Bank of Hawaii for taking time to educate the HCAP Youth Services students on financial literacy.

Hā Initiative Opens New Location

HCAP is pleased to share that the Hā Initiative: Creative Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) After-School Program’s Kalihi STEM Exploration Center has moved into its new location at Kaiulani Elementary School. The program is free and open to all students in grades 2-8. Students do not have to attend Kaiulani Elementary School to join the after-school program. The program provides participants with an after-school snack, homework help and tutoring, and the opportunity to engage in hands-on science projects and computer activities.

The address of the new location is:
Princess Kaiulani Elementary School Room A4
783 N King St, Honolulu, HI 96817

Program hours are as follows: M, T, R, F: 2:30-5:30pm and W: 1:30-5:30pm

The Hā Initiative: Creative STEM After-School Program is offered at no cost, to students in grades 2-8 at five STEM Explorations on the island of Oahu: Kalihi, Palolo, Central, Leeward, and Windward.

For more information, visit our website at https://www.hcapweb.org/ha-initiative/

Central District Service Center Participates in the 2016 Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program

The Central District Service Center is once again helping the Hawaii Foodbank with registration for the 2016 Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program. The program is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture/Food and Nutrition Service and administered by the State of Hawaii Office of Community Services

The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program enables seniors to receive vouchers redeemable at select vendors at various farmers’ markets. The Hawaii Foodbank has been distributing a limited number of Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program voucher booklets worth $50.00 at partner locations around the island. Their goal is to provide fresh and locally grown fruits and vegetables for Hawaii seniors. Vouchers are redeemable with certified vendors at various farmers’ markets from June 7 – October 14, 2016.

For more information on partner locations accepting applications around the island or to print a copy of the application, visit the Hawaii Food Bank website at www.hawaiifoodbank.org and click on Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program.

HCAP Accepting Applications for 2016-2017 AmeriCorps VISTA Positions

HCAP is now accepting applications for two 2016-2017 AmeriCorps VISTA positions. According to the Corporation of National Community Service, “AmeriCorps VISTA members are passionate and committed to their mission to bring individuals and communities out of poverty. Members make a year-long, full-time commitment to serve on a specific project at a nonprofit organization or public agency. They focus their efforts to build the organizational, administrative, and financial capacity of organizations that fight illiteracy, improve health services, foster economic development, and otherwise assist low-income communities.”

Individuals must complete a standard application with AmeriCorps and apply directly through AmeriCorps for the open positions. For more information, visit:
http://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps/join-americorps

The Development and Communications Aide will be responsible for developing media strategies and building strategies for fund development for the Planning, Program Development, and Communications Department.
For more information about the Development and Communications Aide position, click here.

The Hā Initiative: Creative STEM After School Program Support Aide will help to develop curriculum and lesson plans, develop an evaluation system, and continue implementation of the volunteer support program.
For more information about the Program Support Aide position, click here.

HCAP Head Start Now Accepting Applications for the 2016-2017 School Year

Are you or someone you know in need of free or affordable preschool? Spread the word! HCAP Head Start is now accepting applications for children 3-5 years for the 2016-2017 school year. Families are encouraged to apply by calling (808) 847-2400 or visiting our website.