by Lanakila Pacific | Mar 2, 2026 | Latest Updates, Partnerships
After 15 years at Hale Aina Dining Facility, Ashley Parras was ready to grow her career. With support from Lanakila Pacific Employment Services, she started as a dishwasher at Chao restaurant last fall, a role that builds on her experience and goals. “I’m happy and...
by Lanakila Pacific | Oct 29, 2025 | Employment Services, Latest Updates, Partnerships
Lanakila Pacific connected Megan with a job at Hickam Hale Aina Dining Facility right out of high school. Over the past ten years, she’s found a workplace where she can grow, learn, and feel supported. She started in food prep, learned to serve meals, clear tables,...
by Lanakila Pacific | Aug 28, 2025 | Latest Updates, Partnerships
Every September, Hunger Action Month shines a light on the collective effort needed to address food insecurity. Hawaiʻi Foodbank’s 2023 report found that nearly 1 in 3 households don’t have consistent access to healthy food. In some of these homes, children have gone...
by Lanakila Pacific | Dec 19, 2024 | Latest Updates, Partnerships, Seniors
As the holiday season surrounds around us, it’s amazing to see the spirit of giving alive and well in our local communities. This year, we’re super grateful to our wonderful neighbors, the employees at the Rehab Hospital of the Pacific, for their generosity,...
by Lanakila Pacific | Oct 18, 2024 | Donors, Partnerships, Volunteers
Lanakila Pacific was honored to be a part of Hawaii State Federal Credit Union’s inaugural HSFCU Cares Day, an event that transformed Columbus Day (Indigenous Peoples’ Day) into an extraordinary opportunity for community service and charitable giving. Hawaii...
by Lanakila Pacific | Jun 24, 2024 | Employment Services, Latest Updates, Participants, Partnerships
In June, Lanakila Employment Services proudly partnered with Hawaii State Federal Credit Union (HSFCU) to offer a series of invaluable learning sessions on banking, finances, and cyber security for our program participants. This collaboration is a testament to our...