Community Impact

Building stronger communities through leadership, education, and service.

The Growing Patch Academy

Providing high-quality early childhood education and care for children and families throughout Hawaii since 2017.

  • NECPA Accredited
  • Serving children ages 6 weeks to 5 years
  • Focused on school readiness, family partnerships, and whole-child development

The Growing Ohana

A nonprofit organization supporting families through education, leadership development, and community-based programs since 2020.

Programs include:

  • Keiki SHINE Transitional Early Education Program
  • Empower HER
  • Ready Set Learn
  • Family Support Initiatives

Hōkū Rising Summer Program

Developing future leaders through education, enrichment, entrepreneurship, and hands-on learning experiences.

Serving:

  • Children ages 5–12
  • Teen Leaders ages 13–18

 

Community Impact Highlights (2020–Present)

  • 300+ children received school supplies
  • 90+ children received free haircuts and hairstyles
  • 200 families served through community programs
  • 250 individuals impacted through outreach and support initiatives

Our Mission

To create opportunities that empower children, families, and communities to grow, lead, and thrive.