HONOLULU (HI Now) - The holidays are here, and today we’re excited to spread awareness about Giving Tuesday—the Tuesday after Thanksgiving and a global movement dedicated to generosity, charitable giving, and community impact. While many people will be joining the rush of Black Friday shopping, we invite you to consider shifting some of that energy toward Giving Tuesday, a day that encourages charitable donations to nonprofits that are truly making a difference in their communities - like YWCA O’ahu.
This year, YWCA O‘ahu proudly celebrates 125 years of serving the women and girls of Hawai‘i. Since opening our doors in 1900, we’ve remained committed to empowering women through economic advancement, leadership development, and programs that strengthen our community.
As we all prepare for Thanksgiving—spending time with loved ones, enjoying good food, and celebrating the season—we also want to bring awareness to those who may be experiencing a difficult period of transition. That includes the women in our Fernhurst Homebase Transitional Housing Program.
Fernhurst provides more than just a place to stay. It offers a safe, supportive home for women transitioning from incarceration, recovering from addiction, fleeing abuse, battling homelessness, or navigating other challenging life circumstances. Through structured support, these women receive:
- Stable housing in a safe and nurturing environment
- Mentorship and case management to guide their next steps
- Financial literacy education to build independence
- Life-skills training and personal development
- And the tools they need for a confident transition into long-term, independent living
Housing in Hawai‘i is a challenge for all of us—and for women in vulnerable situations, having a secure place to rebuild their lives can be life-changing. Fernhurst gives them that foundation.
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As Giving Tuesday approaches, we invite our community to help keep this vital program going. Your generous donation directly supports the women we serve and helps us continue our mission of uplifting women and strengthening our islands.
Please remember YWCA O‘ahu this Giving Tuesday. To learn more or make a donation, visit YWCAOAHU.ORG.
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