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Children First Program

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Hanalei Initiative responded to an urgent community need by creating a free schooling center for young children whose classroom time was drastically reduced. With schools shifting to hybrid schedules, parents—particularly working parents—faced overwhelming challenges in balancing their jobs with their children’s education. Recognizing the potential negative impacts on both early childhood development and family stability, we stepped in to provide a solution.

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Thanks to generous support from the Chan Zuckerberg Foundation, Hawaii Community Foundation, and individual donors, we created a safe, supportive environment for kindergarten and first-grade students at Hanalei School.

Using credentialed teachers, we offered quality tutoring and educational stability during a time of uncertainty, ensuring children continued to thrive academically. This initiative not only helped children stay on track but also allowed parents to return to work confidently during a period of economic upheaval.​

Though no longer in operation, this program exemplified our commitment to addressing the immediate needs of our community. By supporting education and families during such a challenging time, we reinforced our mission to foster resilience and care for the well-being of Hanalei’s residents.

Mahalo to Our

Partners

  • Chan Zuckerberg Foundation
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  • Hanalei School
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  • County of Kauai
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