Give A Helping Hand
H.O.P.E. - Helping Other People Everyday, is a grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, committed to uplifting the voices and lives of those too often pushed to the margins—our youth, our Veterans, and our underserved families. Our mission is to provide access to education, safe and stable housing, and essential resources for children, pre-teens, teens, and Veterans who face systemic neglect and personal hardship. From abuse and addiction to bullying and homelessness, we stand as a pillar of support for those society often overlooks. H.O.P.E. offers youth-centered programs that focus on empowerment through education, emotional support, and mentorship. We also proudly advocate for our Veterans—assisting with medical claims, access to healthcare equipment, and long-term housing solutions that reflect the dignity they deserve. With compassion at our core, H.O.P.E. is building a future where no one is left behind—a future where community development prioritizes people over profit, and healing begins with being seen, heard, and supported.
CHANGE BEGINS WITH ALL OF US
We cannot wait for others to lead the way—lasting change starts with each of us. In these challenging times, what the world needs most is compassion, community, and the courage to confront injustice. In our own backyards, children are being denied school lunches simply because their parents have fallen behind on payments. Veterans—those who served our country with honor—are being left on the streets, trapped in a maze of bureaucracy that too often denies them housing, care, and dignity. These are not distant problems. These are our neighbors, our keiki, our kūpuna. Too often, we focus on global crises while the suffering next door goes unseen. It’s time to redirect our attention and our energy. We must reconnect with the people and the needs right in front of us—and remember that each of us has something meaningful to give. Here in Hawai‘i, we have a choice: continue down a path of silence and complacency, or rise up and reclaim our shared humanity. We are not powerless. When we act with purpose, when we show up for one another, we restore hope where it’s been lost. Be the difference. Be the reason a child doesn’t go hungry. Be the voice for a veteran who can’t cut through the red tape. And most importantly, be the reminder that ALOHA, love, action, and justice still live here in beautiful Hawai'i Nei!
...not giving up on the uniqueness in ourselves and those around us... H.O.P.E.
...make an impact in this world; life is living; we all matter in this world and have something to give...H.O.P.E.
...seeing the beauty around us, not complaining but making a change...H.O.P.E.
...the reason we are here is to fulfill a PURPOSE in this life, there is always a little more that can be done...H.O.P.E.
...children suffer everyday in our communities, yet we turn a blind eye we must be the strength for others when they are weak...H.O.P.E.
...remembering that childhood memories last a lifetime, keep pushing forward and live life the best way you can... H.O.P.E.