Periodically, CNHA sends out the latest information on resources and other opportunities available to Native Hawaiian community organizations. This complimentary service is another way CNHA advances Native Hawaiians through empowerment and informational initiatives. For more information about our training workshops and events, please visit us at http://www.hawaiiancouncil.org/

 

 

October  2, 2005

 

 

 

Visit the PASE website!

 

Kamehameha Schools Policy Analysis and System Evaluation Research Team (PASE) has recently added the following publications to its website:

 

 

 

 

 

Please forward this email to your staff and associates.

 

PASE welcomes any feedback you may have regarding these publications. Check out the PASE website for other reports related to Native Hawaiian Well-Being. https://hermes.nos.noaa.gov/attach/www.ksbe.edu/pase/  

 

For more information, please contact:  PASE Research Team Policy Analysis & System Evaluation (PASE) Kamehameha Schools 567 South Street, Suite 400 Honolulu Hawai'i 96813

 

 

 

 

Habitat for Humanity Information Session!

 

What:  Honolulu Habitat for Humanity helps families who cannot afford a traditional mortgage, build their own home!  If you or someone you know needs a simple, decent home please come to one of their Information Sessions.  You must be present at an Information Session to receive an application.

 

Dates and Locations: 

Papakolea Community Center

 

Waimanalo Public Library

 

For more information:  please call Honolulu Habitat for Humanity – (808) 538-7070

 

 

 

 

Social Justice Grantmaking: A Report on Foundation Trends

 

What:  Independent Sector and the Foundation Center have partnered in developing this groundbreaking research, resulting in a quantitative study of social justice funding by 1,000 of the largest private and community foundations in the U.S. Social Justice Grantmaking is the first study to benchmark foundation funding for nonprofit organizations working to make structural changes that increase opportunities for those who are least well off economically, socially, or politically.

 

Presented here for the first time:

 

Through interviews with key funders, the report also lends perspective on the motivations and challenges faced by social justice funders. Timely and illuminating for social justice funders as well as grantseekers in every related field—from economic development to healthcare to civil and human rights—this report will enhance both the practice and understanding of social justice philanthropy.

 

Available Now!  Social Justice Grantmaking: A Report on Foundation Trends; published August 2005 82 pp.  $24.95.

 

For a full list of their print and electronic resources, visit the Foundation Center Marketplace.  Please direct all other comments or suggestions to fcm@email.fdncenter.org.

 

 

 

 

Hawaii Community Lending is seeking an experienced loan officer

 

What:  Hawaii Community Lending, a local mortgage broker is seeking an experienced loan officer to originate a wide range of loans products.  Knowledge of FHA and USDA loan programs helpful but not required.  Demonstration of your ability to sell and market yourself will be evaluated favorably.  Looking for a motivated self-starter who wants to be part of a community oriented team.

 

For more information, or to submit your resume with references:  please contact:  900 Fort St. Mall, Suite 930, Honolulu, HI  96813 or Fax to 587-7899 no later than Oct. 12, 2005.

 

 

 

 

Job Opening:  Ethnobotany Educator – Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden, Captain Cook, HI

 

What:  This regular full-time position will be responsible developing and presenting high quality onsite and offsite educational programs related to Hawaiian ethnobotany and natural history.

 

Qualifications:  Qualified candidates will have a bachelor's degree or equivalent in training and experience; strong background in Hawaiian Culture and strong experience in traditional Hawaiian arts. Candidate should have knowledge of the Hawaiian language. Education experience in a formal or informal setting is highly desired as is public speaking experience. Must enjoy working with school children and the general public and must be comfortable presenting in front of various sized groups. Must be flexible and able to work weekends and evenings as needed.

 

For more information: please contact Peter Van Dyke manager, at:  (808) 323-3318, or visit:  http://bishop.hawaii.org/exhibits/greenwell/greenwell.html

 

 

 

 

Job Openings Halau Ku Mana New Century Public Charter School

 

Aloha Käkou!  Hälau Kü Mäna is actively seeking a passionate, committed, team player for these positions:

 

 

If you are interested or if you know a great candidate, please let Halau Ku Mana know ASAP.  Please send cover letter and resume “Attention: Aolani Esene” to: aolani@halaukumana.org or fax 988-8999.

 

 

 

 

 

What’s New with the HOAP Call Center?

 

American Savings Bank: Ho’olako Pono Loan Program

 

After many years of limited financing options for native Hawaiians on Hawaiian Home Lands, American Savings Bank in collaboration with the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands is pleased to offer a loan program that offers construction loans and mortgages to DHHL lessees.

 

With the meaning of “to nourish” and to “make right”, the Ho’olako Pono Loan Program offers expanded financing options to DHHL lessees through conventional loans of up to $539,475 with 100% financing available.  The one-time close construction loan includes one application, one qualification process, one interest rate, and one closing. Interest rates are fixed and principal and interest payments will not change for the life of the loan.  Private mortgage insurance will be provided by Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation.

 

The loan can be used to purchase a home, finance construction of a new home, or refinance rate and term only – no cash out for an existing home mortgage. Roads and utilities must be accessible to the vacant lot before construction can begin.  However, if it is typical for the area to have water catchments and/or generators, then these are acceptable.   

 

Eight hours of home ownership counseling is required as a condition of receiving this loan,.  For more information on the Ho‘olako Pono Loan Program, call American Savings Bank toll-free at 1.800.272.2566 or contact one of the loan officers listing below in your community.

 

Oahu

 

Kauai

 

Maui

 

Kona

 

Hilo

 

HOAP Orientation Sessions and Homebuyer Education Courses – Sign Up now!

 

HOAP & HHCA Orientation Sessions

 

The Orientation Sessions are intended to provide participants with an introduction to HOAP and the homeownership process. These sessions will include an overview of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act which guides the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands’ mission and policies, inform participants about the homestead application process, provide updates on DHHL’s development schedule statewide, include an overview of the homebuyer education and case management services that are available, and introduce them to local Providers in the State.

 

To date, 12 sessions have been held attracting over 950 Native Hawaiians throughout the state of Hawaii, with amazingly positive results.  CNHA continues to receive high scores in the 90 percentile when participants are asked to rate the helpfulness of the materials, the effectiveness of the facilitator and the content of the materials.  Attend a session in your community to learn how you can achieve your dream of homeownership!

 

Schedule of Sessions:

 

 

All Orientation Sessions are scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  Please continue to check the website for updated information, and contact the HOAP Call Center with any questions.

 

To register for an Orientation Session, visit http://www.hawaiiancouncil.org/HOAP.htm.

 

HOMEBUYER EDUCATION COURSES

The Homebuyer Education Courses are intended to provide individuals and families with homebuyer and financial literacy courses to build skills and help prepare for homeownership and loan prequalification.  Multiple local Providers deliver course sessions that include the following topics: 1) Understanding Credit & Obtaining a Mortgage Loan, 2) Personal Financial Management (budgeting, savings, etc), and 3) Credit Ratings, Credit Repair, Debt Reduction and Debt Restructuring.  Typically, a complete session entails a total of 10 hours delivered in 2-9 hour sessions over 1-4 days.  Participants are able to attend components of a complete series on a variety of dates throughout the year. 

 

Hawaii Community Lending (HCL) is a mortgage lender specializing in Hawaiian home land properties.  HCL conducts Homebuyer Education Workshops throughout the state on money management, accessing credit, home maintenance and other topics.   HCL also provides direct assistance in applying and qualifying for home loans, as well as financial assessments for DHHL and non-DHHL properties.  A schedule of HCL sessions in your community are as follows:

 

Oahu:

·        October 15th, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Kapolei High School Cafeteria –91-5007 Kapolei Parkway, Kapolei

·        November 5th, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Kapolei High School Cafeteria –91-5007 Kapolei Parkway, Kapolei

 

Kauai:

·        October 22nd, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Kauai War Memorial Convention Center – 4191 Hardy Street, Lihue

 

To receive loan pre-qualification, specialized services or to register to attend a Homebuyer Education Session from Hawaii Community Lending please contact Michelle Kauhane at 808.587.7886 or toll-free at 1.866.400.1116.

 

Hawaiian Community Assets (HCA) is a nonprofit organization that increases the capacity of low-income communities and individuals in Hawaii to achieve economic self-sufficiency, with particular focus on Native Hawaiians.  HCA provides homebuyer education services statewide. 

 

To receive specialized services or to register for a Homebuyer Education Session from Hawaiian Community Assets visit http://www.hawaiiancouncil.org/hca_workshops.htm or contact them directly by phone at 808.760.5100 or via e-mail at kahuawaiwai@hawaii.rr.com.

 

Hawaii HomeOwnership Center (HHOC) provides education, information, and support to create successful first-time homeowners. By addressing barriers and increasing rates of homeownership, HHOC aims to build stronger families and communities on Oahu and Kauai. A schedule of their orientation sessions in your community is as follows:

 

Oahu

October 15th, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
October 20th, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

October 27th, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

 

Kauai

October 14th, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

November 4th, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

 

To register for an Orientation Session from Hawaii HomeOwnership Center, contact them directly by phone at 808.523.9500 or via e-mail at info@hihomeownership.org.

 

Contact the HOAP Call Center today for more information and assistance:  Direct Tel:  791.3403; Direct Fax:  791.3405; Toll-Free Tel:  866.897.4384; Toll-Free Fax:  866.897.4385; E-mail:  info@dhhlhoap.org;   Website:  http://www.dhhlhoap.org/

 

 

 

 

Other Federal Funding Opportunities

 

Health and Human Services (HHS)

 

National Institutes of Health

Exploratory Studies in Cancer Detection, Diagnosis, and Prognosis Grant http://www.fedgrants.gov/Applicants/HHS/NIH/NIH/PA-05-165/listing.html

 

Department of Agriculture (USDA)

 

Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service Office of Extramural Programs Higher Education Challenge Grants Program Grant http://www.fedgrants.gov/Applicants/USDA/CSREES/OEP/USDA-GRANTS-092605-004/listing.html

 

 

Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service Office of Extramural Programs Children, Youth, and Families at-Risk, New Communities Project Program Grant http://www.fedgrants.gov/Applicants/USDA/CSREES/OEP/USDA-GRANTS-092605-005/listing.html

 

 

 

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Please visit the CNHA family of organizations

------------------------------------------------------------

Pacific Region T/TA Provider for the ANA Grants Program

http://anapacific.org/

 

Home Ownership Assistance Program (HOAP)

http://dhhlhoap.org/

 

Full Service Document Digitization

http://hhtech.net/

 

Supporting 2,000 Years of Good Ideas!

http://hawaiianwayfund.org/

 

Annual Native Hawaiian Conference

http://www.hawaiiancouncil.org/Conference

 

 

Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement

33 South King Street, Suite 513

Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

Phone: 808.521.5011 Fax: 808.521.4111

 

If you have an event that you would like to have considered for inclusion in CNHA’s Resource Corner announcements, please send complete event information to info@hawaiiancouncil.org.

 

To Unsubscribe

Please click this link:  http://www.hawaiiancouncil.org/unsubscribe_eresources062305.htm

 

To Subscribe

Please click this link: http://www.hawaiiancouncil.org/signupdatabasehj030104.htm

 

Please do not respond to this email, as responses will go into an unmonitored mailbox.

 

In recognizing that ka olelo makuahine o Hawaii nei was an oral language and there were varying dialects among the islands, CNHA has adopted a policy of excluding diacritical markings in our publications, except where it is a self-identified part of a company or person’s name.