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 www.hawaiiancouncil.org

 

 

November 27, 2005

 

 

 

Ka Mo`ili`ili Dedication – Kawaiaha‘o Church

 

What:  Kawaiaha`o Church invites prior Ka Mo`ili`ili Church `Ohana to a dedication ceremony of the Ka Mo`ili`ili monument's refurbished church bell and plaque.

 

This monument marks the present site of loved ones whose remains were reinterred at Kawaiaha`o Church in the 60's from the Ka Mo`ili`ili cemetery, A new plaque has been added to the monument to memorialize and honor those buried here.

 

Date & Location:  The dedication service will be at the monument site in the Kawaiaha`o Church cemetery on Sunday, December 11th immediately after the 9:00 a.m. service.  After the dedication service, a pa`aina will follow.

 

We invite all interested parties to share their memories of Kamoiliili Church. We plan to compile the memories shared in a booklet to be placed in the church archives. Send inquires, questions and memories to:  Pastor's Office Tel: 522-1333; Fax: 522-1340 Address:  957 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 Email: pastor@kawaiahao.org

 

 

 

 

Open House at the King Lunalilo Adult Day Center

 

What:  The William Charles Lunalilo Trust Estate has initiated new services in the East Honolulu community in the past year.  In addition to the residential care for seniors of Hawaiian ancestry, the Trust Estate has established:

 

1.  King Lunalilo Adult Day Care Center,

2.  Respite/temporary care

3.  Delivered meal services.

 

These services are located on the same campus as Lunalilo Home and available to senior citizens of all ethnic backgrounds and not only to “Hawaiians.”

 

Open House!  The King Lunalilo Adult Day Center invites you to join them for a light lunch and tour of all of their services on Tuesday, November 29, 2005, 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 501 Kekâuluohi Street in Hawaii Kai

 

For more information, or if you plan to attend the lunch, please contact the King Lunalilo Adult Care Center via email, or at the phone number below:

 

 

Pass the word!  Should you know of others who may be interested in adult care, please let them know of this invitation by forwarding this email to them.

 

 

 

 

Check out these programs offered by the Youth Conservation Corps!

 

What:  The Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) year-round internship program is a community based service learning program.  Young adults are challenged to learn the principles of natural resource stewardship and the importance of sustaining Hawaii's unique natural environment.  Participants will spend 10 months "in the field" with natural resource managers, educators, scientists and community leaders learning about Hawaiian plants and animals, native ecosystems, watersheds, historic sites, aquaculture, and the current demands being placed on Hawaii's natural resources.

 

Availability: A total of 9 full-time and 5 part-time positions will be filled by individuals between the ages of 18-26 who have demonstrated an interest in protecting the natural environment of Hawaii. Positions are available on the islands of Oahu, Kauai, Hawaii Island, and Maui. The program starts January 2006 and will run up to October 31, 2006

 

Application Deadline: Postmarked by Dec. 6th, 2005. 

 

Benefits:

 

Summer Program

What:  The YCC summer program is an exciting team-based version of the year-round internship.  Members (16-20 years of age) work in groups of 10 with two team leaders (21 years and older) to assist in various conservation projects. This seven week program introduces participants to environmental conservation while helping to develop their life skills such as teamwork, communication, leadership, and responsibility.  Participants work with specialists in various fields and get to work in exciting places such as Kaho'olawe, Mt. Ka'ala, Hakalau Wildlife Refuge, Nualolokai (North shore of Kauai), Haleakala, and many other places. 

 

Students also gain great cultural knowledge through helping at places such as Hawaiian fishponds, lo'i, and historic areas such as Kalaupapa. There are programs on all the major Hawaiian islands (each island has their own island specific curriculum) and there is no fee to participate (college credits, however, are available from UH Manoa at a fee of 3 college credits for $72...which is a deal).

 

This is a fantastic program for any youth that likes the outdoors, has a positive attitude, and that may be interested in conservation. Each position is valued at over $4,000.  Due to the generosity of funding partners such as DLNR, AmeriCorps, and Kamehameha Schools participants do not pay anything.  In addition, they are getting to travel to neighbor islands and receive training/skills that many people would pay way over $4,000 to receive. However, spots are limited, so please make sure to submit your application.

 

Application Deadline:  March 3, 2006 (Please do not wait!)

 

Program Dates:  June 12-July 28th, 2006

 

Benefits:

 

For more information, please contact:  (808) 247-5753, or email:  yccinfo@ponopacific.com

 

 

 

 

Applications for Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program Now Being Accepted

 

Deadline: January 9, 2006

 

What:  The Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program, an  initiative of the Kaiser Family Foundation ( http://www.kff.org/ ), brings talented African American, Latino, American Indian/Alaska Native, and Asian/Pacific Islander college seniors and recent graduates to Washington, D.C., in order to learn firsthand how health policy is developed and implemented.  During a nine-week program (May 23-July 28, 2006), Jordan Health Policy scholars will learn about federal legislative procedure and health policy issues, while further developing their critical thinking and leadership skills.

 

In addition to gaining experience in a Congressional office, scholars participate in seminars and site visits to enhance their knowledge of healthcare issues. Upon completion of the session, scholars are expected to write and present a health policy research memo.

 

Eligible candidates must be U.S. citizens who will be seniors or recent graduates of an accredited U.S. college or university in the fall of 2006. Currently enrolled law, medical, and graduate students are not eligible to apply. Successful applicants will show evidence of academic achievement and must be a member of a population that is adversely affected by racial or ethnic health disparities, and have experience working in or with programs that address health disparities or have done previous academic work related to health disparities.

 

Jordan Health Policy scholars receive approximately $7,000 in support, which includes a stipend, airfare, lodging, and a daily expense allowance. While in Washington, D.C.,
scholars reside at Howard University.

 

Applications will be processed and reviewed as they are received. Application forms and additional information about the Scholars Program are available at the Kaiser Family Foundation Web site.  RFP Link:
http://fconline.fdncenter.org/pnd/5001734/kff/jordan

 

 

 

Free Proposal Development Workshops

for Eligible Native Organizations

Sponsored by the Administration for Native Americans

Presented by the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement

 

ANA has announced three grant programs available to eligible organizations in the Pacific Region in 2006:

 

 

To learn how your organization can access grant funds to empower your community, attend one of the following ANA Proposal Development Workshops presented by CNHA, your Pacific Region Training and Technical Assistance Provider:

 

 

In order to be eligible to apply for funding from ANA, an organization in the Pacific Region must have a governing board where a majority of its members are Native and be one of the following types of entities:

 

 

Space is limited!  Register today through one of our four easy methods.  Download a registration form and fax it back to us at 800.710.2642.  Complete our website online form.  Call CNHA at 521.5011 on Oahu or toll-free at 800.709.2642.  Send us an e-mail identifying which training you want to attend at info@anapacific.org.  For more information, give us a call, drop us an e-mail or visit our website at www.anapacific.org.

 

CNHA is a national, member-based nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting community development in Native communities.  For more information, please contact our offices or visit our website at www.hawaiiancouncil.org.

 

Funded by:

                                   

 

 

 

 

NCI’s Teleconference Series on Crosscutting Issues in Cancer Research

 

What:  The National Cancer Institute’s Office of Liaison Activities is pleased to offer a teleconference series on crosscutting issues in cancer research. Members of cancer advocacy organizations, survivors, family, and friends are encouraged to participate in each call to learn more about NCI’s important cancer research programs and how advocates are involved. Callers will have the opportunity to ask questions of panel members.

 

USA Toll-Free: 1-800-857-6584 Passcode: 4683#

Call Date: Friday, December 16, 2005

Call Time: 1:00 p.m. (EST)

Duration: 1 hour

 

Replays are generally available one hour after a call ends.

Toll-Free Playback: 1-800-216-4418

Available Until: January 16, 2006 at 11:30 p.m. (EST)

 

Additional Information: All you need is a phone to participate. No registration is required and participation is free. For more information, please contact NCI’s Office of Liaison Activities at 301-594-3194.

 

 

 

 

Job Opportunities with Ohana Komputer

 

Wanted:  Computer Teacher - Ohana Komputer is looking for energetic, part-time, computer instructors to teach weekly technology classes for children in grades K-8. Classes are held on-location after school between 2PM and 5PM. Positions are currently available for teaching at several schools in Honolulu. Ohana Komputer is also looking for someone to help adapt their technology curriculum to incorporate Hawaiian themes and values. This could be one part time position or two. 

 

 

For further information please call 523-8191 or send email with resume to: ohanakomputer@verizon.net

 

 

 

 

Job Opportunities with Kanu o Ka Aina Leaning Ohana

 

What:  Kanu o ka Aina Learning Ohana in partnership with Kanu o ka Aina New Century Public Charter School is seeking qualified applicants to become part of their expanding dynamic learning ohana.  Both organizations located in Waimea on the Big Island of Hawaii, are committed to perpetuating Hawaiian language, culture and traditions.

 

They are accepting applications for the following:

 

 

For more information, or to submit your resume:  Interested individuals may submit resumes by email to:  olanililly@yahoo.com , Fax: (808) 887-0030 or mail to POB 6511, Kamuela, HI 96743. No phone calls please.

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer

 

 

 

 

Job Opportunities with ALU LIKE Enterprises, Inc.

 

1)  Position Description:  Software engineers needed in Hilo, Hawaii to help expand the U.S. Military's premier aviation training management system. Job will include defining requirements, design, code, integrate, unit test, integration test and documentation of developed code in a Capability Maturity Model Integrated (CMMI) L5 environment. Analyze and fix code, based upon Software Trouble Reports. Work within Training Management Systems Operation (TMSO) team to accomplish development goals and contractual requirements. Explain to and provide over-the-shoulder customer support in use of software product. Travel to customer sites is required (Sites located in Texas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Florida, and Georgia).

 

Job Qualifications:  The ideal candidate will have experience/background/academic training in at least some of the following areas:

 

Budgeted Salary Range: $45 - 90k (depending on qualifications and experience)

 

 

2)  Position Description:  Web application developers wanted in Hilo, HI. The U.S. Military's premier aviation training management system is expanding into the World Wide Web and we need enterprise-level web application designers and developers. Your primary responsibilities will be to help us create distributed, n-tiered web applications from our existing rich client designs, to learn and apply the latest technologies to our problems, to mentor our staff so that we can become better developers, to helps us take over the world and to have fun.

 

Qualifications:

·        taking existing rich client UI designs and translating them into effective web-based UIs

·        ASPX.NET or JSP and JavaScript

·        C# and .NET or Java and J2EE

·        a firm understanding of web security best practices and technologies

·        an understanding of emerging Microsoft web-based directions (smart clients, etc)

Also you must:

 

Budgeted Salary Range: $60 - 100k (depending on qualifications and experience)

 

For more information and other position openings: please send an email to:  personnel@alulike.org

 

 

 

 

Funding Availability: USDA – Alaska Native-Serving and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions Education Grants Program

 

What:  The Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES) requests applications for the Alaska Native-Serving and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions Education Grants Program for fiscal year 2006 to promote and strengthen the ability of Alaska Native-Serving Institutions and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions to carry out education, applied research, and related community development programs.

 

Eligible Applicants:  Individual public or private, nonprofit Alaska Native-Serving and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions of higher education that meet the definitions of Alaska Native-Serving Institution or Native Hawaiian-Serving Institution established in Title III, Part A of the Higher Education Act of 1965 as amended (20 U.S.C. 1059d).

 

Funding Levels:  CSREES estimates that awards for Regular Grant applications will be in the range of $150,000 to $450,000 each.  Budget forms submitted with grant applications should reflect this estimate.

 

CSREES estimates that awards for Consortium Grant applications will be in the range of $300,000 to $1,350,000.

 

Deadline:  Applications must be received by close of business (COB) on April 21, 2006 (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time).

 

For more information and the link to full announcement:

Alaska Native-Serving and native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions Education Grants Program

 

 

 

 

Funding Availability: Grants and Loans for the Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements Program

 

What:  For FY 2006, there will be approximately $11.5 M in grants and $200M in guaranteed loan authority available for the Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements Program (Section 9006 of the 2002 Farm Bill).

 

This year, funding for the grant will be in two phases. Although they are not accepting grant applications at this time, the initial call for applications will be due around March 2006. Those not selected for funding could re-submit for the second round, about June 2006.

 

 

More information on both programs can be found at: http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/rbs/farmbill/index.html (Renewable Energy)

http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/rbs/busp/b&i_gar.htm (Guaranteed Loan)

 

 

 

 

 

What’s New with the HOAP Call Center?

 

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:

·        December 17th, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at King Intermediate School 46-155 Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe

 

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 or via e-mail at mkauhane@hclending.com.

 

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 contact them directly by phone at 808.760.5100 or toll-free at 866.760.5105 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
November 29th / 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.

 

SELF-HELP HOUSING CORPORATION OF HAWAII PRESENTS A FINANCIAL REPAIR AND HOME BUDGETING CLASS

 

Self-Help Housing Corporation of Hawaii (SHHCH) provides direct assistance in enabling individuals to participate in the labor portion of building their own homes to reduce the overall cost. SHHCH is sponsoring a two part financial repair and home budgeting course to help prepare individuals to become financially ready. . This two part - two day course will cover the following topics:

 

Establish a Household budget / Reduce outstanding debts

Read your Credit report / Clean up your credit History

Learn what interest rates are available for you.

Obtain a City Grant or no interest loan / Prepare for Home Ownership!

 

The course will be held at the Makalapa Community Center in Aiea, Oahu on:

 

December 3rd / 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

 

To register to attend the financial repair & home budgeting course and for more information, contact Andrade Silva with Self-Help Housing Corporation of Hawaii via phone at 808.842.7111.

 

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:  www.dhhlhoap.org

 

 

 

 

Other Federal Funding Opportunities

 

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

Health Resources and Services Administration HRSA Grants Application Center Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students

Modification2

http://www.fedgrants.gov/Applicants/HHS/HRSA/GAC/HRSA-06-023/listing.html

 

Center for Disease Control and Prevention Procurement and Grants Office Public Health Conference Support Program

Modification1

http://www.fedgrants.gov/Applicants/HHS/CDC/PGO/CDC-PA-05031-A/listing.html

 

Center for Disease Control and Prevention Procurement and Grants Office Dissertation Grant Awards for Violence-Related Injury Prevention Research in Minority Communities

Modification1

http://www.fedgrants.gov/Applicants/HHS/CDC/PGO/CDC-RFA-CE06-002/listing.html

 

Administration of Children and Families

Office of Administration

Assets for Independence Demonstration Program Modification3, Modification4 http://www.fedgrants.gov/Applicants/HHS/ACF/OA/HHS-2005-ACF-OCS-EI-0053/listing.html

 

Center for Disease Control and Prevention Procurement and Grants Office National Programs to Build the Capacity for Societal Institutions that Influence Youth Behavior

Modification2

http://www.fedgrants.gov/Applicants/HHS/CDC/PGO/CDC-RFA-DP06-601/listing.html

 

Office of the Secretary

Office of Public Health and Science

Family Planning Services Grants Grant

http://www.fedgrants.gov/Applicants/HHS/OS/OPHS/%26%23032%3BPA-FPSG-06-013/listing.html

 

 

Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service Office of Extramural Programs Alaska Native-Serving and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions Education Grants Program

Modification1

http://www.fedgrants.gov/Applicants/USDA/CSREES/OEP/USDA-GRANTS-111605-001/listing.html

 

Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service Office of Extramural Programs 1890 Institution Teaching and Research Capacity Building Grants Program Grant http://www.fedgrants.gov/Applicants/USDA/CSREES/OEP/USDA-GRANTS-111605-002/listing.html

 

 

Department of Justice (DOJ)

Office of Justice Programs

FY 2006 Education and Technical Assistance Grants to End Violence Against Women with Disabilities Grant http://www.fedgrants.gov/Applicants/DOJ/HQ/OJP/OVW-2006-1177/listing.html

 

 

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