A new report shows Hawaii’s 8,037 nonprofits generate $45.4 billion in economic output and employ more than 1 in 10 workers, while facing challenges from disasters, funding cuts, and increased community needs.
- Hawaii nonprofits represent a major economic force with $45.4 billion in annual economic output.
- The sector employs more than 10% of Hawaii’s workforce across 8,037 registered charitable organizations.
- Nonprofits faced extraordinary strain from the pandemic, Maui wildfires, and recent Kona Low storms.
- Federal funding cuts and policy changes have created uncertainty for community programs.
- The report was compiled over one year with input from over 100 nonprofit leaders and major foundations.
Source: Alohastatedaily
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