Maui United Way has activated its emergency response fund with $100,000 from Kaiser Permanente to address recent severe flooding that has compounded ongoing wildfire recovery efforts. The organization is coordinating with county agencies and community partners to provide immediate aid including meals, grants, and connectivity support across affected areas.
- Recent severe flooding has created additional challenges for areas still recovering from 2023 wildfires.
- Kaiser Permanente provided $100,000 seed funding while Southwest Airlines is matching community donations up to $10,000.
- Over 1,300 meals have been distributed to remote areas including Hāna and Molokaʻi through partnership with World Central Kitchen.
- Seven internet satellites have been deployed across Hāna and Molokaʻi to maintain connectivity during response efforts.
- Maui United Way has already deployed $5.5 million in wildfire recovery funds this fiscal year and continues long-term support efforts.
Source: Maui Now
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