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

 

 

 

January 7, 2006

 

 

 

CNHA Introduces the Huaka‘i Program for Members

 

The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) is happy to announce the Huaka‘i program.  Throughout the year, different CNHA member organizations will host excursions to provide opportunities to fellowship and engage in activities that are energizing and renewing.  Each Huaka‘i will be scheduled on a weekend day with activities such as learning how to paddle a canoe, carve an ohe kapala, or weave a lei.

 

Papaku no Kameha‘ikana will be hosting the first Huaka‘i with a theme of Piko Akea (the water source). The cultural sharing and fellowship will include working with kalo and learning about the history of the Maunawili Lo‘i and surrounding area by Mark Stride.

 

Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to relax, get inspired and immerse yourself in things Hawaiian.

 

When:  Saturday, January 14, 2006, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

 

Where:  Maunawili Lo‘i (Kailua, Oahu)

 

Cost:  CNHA Members - $5 per person (includes lunch)
Guests of CNHA Members - $10 per person (includes lunch)

 

Click here to download the registration form and the map to Maunawili Lo‘i.  Please complete and mail the form along with your payment to CNHA by December 30, 2005.  Please make checks payable to “CNHA.”

 

Mahalo for your interest in attending our CNHA Huaka‘i – Piko Akea event on January 14, 2006 at Maunawili Lo‘i.

 

If you are interested in hosting a Huaka‘i event, please contact Auli‘i Hirahara, CNHA Project Coordinator, at 808.521.5011, toll-free at 800.709.2642 or via e-mail at info@hawaiiancouncil.org.

 

Papaku no Kameha‘ikana plans, organizes and coordinates Native Hawaiian activities that promote cultural practices, enabling participants to share and reciprocate with other indigenous peoples throughout Polynesia. 

 

 

 

 

Fiscal Year 2006 Historic Preservation Fund Grants to Indian Tribes, Alaskan Natives and Native Hawaiian Organizations

 

What:  The National Park Service invites you to submit an application for Fiscal Year 2006 Historic Preservation Fund Grants to Indian Tribes, Alaskan Natives, and Native Hawaiian Organizations.  Grants are awarded to assist Federally recognized tribes in preserving and protecting their significant cultural and historic resources.  The long-term goal is to assist tribes in building sustainable Preservation Programs.

 

Who May Apply?  Grants are awarded to Federally recognized Indian tribes, Alaskan Native groups, and Native Hawaiian organizations defined as eligible applicants under the National Historic Preservation Act (16 U.S.C. 470w):

 

A Native Hawaiian organization means any organization which serves and represents the interests of Native Hawaiians; has as a primary and stated purpose the provision of services to Native Hawaiians; and has demonstrated expertise in aspects of historic preservation that are culturally significant to Native Hawaiians.  The term includes, but is not limited to, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs of the State of Hawaii and Hui Malama I Na Kupuna O Hawaii Nei, an organization incorporated under the laws of the State of Hawaii.

 

Funding Levels.  The maximum grant award is $40,000 for all grants except for Category 2.B; the minimum is $5,000.

 

Grants will be awarded in the following five categories:

 

  1. Locating and Identifying Cultural Resources

A.  Survey and Inventory of Historic or Significant Places

B.  Survey of Traditional Skills and Information

 

  1. Preserving a Historic Property listed on the National Register

A.  Project Planning (Plans and Specifications for Preserving a Specific Structure or Site)

B.  Repair Work to Preserve a Specific Historic Structure or Site

 

  1. Comprehensive Preservation Planning
  2. Oral History and Documenting Cultural Traditions
  3. Education and Training for Building a Historic Preservation Program

 

Application Deadline:  Applications must be Received by NPS by 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, February 3, 2006

 

For more information and an application:  Contact:  NPS_Tribal_Grants@nps.gov or via phone: (202) 354-2020, press #3 to leave a message, OR visit http://www.cr.nps.gov/hps/HPG/Tribal/application.htm

 

 

 

 

Free Pre-Application 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.

 

Provided with support from: 

 

                  

 

 

 

 

Competency-Based High School Diploma Program in Papakolea

 

What:  The Papakolea Competency-Based High School Diploma Program (C-Base) is a collaboration between the Papakolea Community Development Corporation, the Kamehameha Schools – Basic Skills Program, and the Farrington Community School for Adults.  Approved by the Board of Education, the C-Base program provides non-high school graduate adults, a valid opportunity to obtain a Hawaii high school diploma.

 

Location & Dates:  C-Base is scheduled to begin on February 6, 2006.  Classes will be held at the Papakolea Community Center on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9:00am – 12:00 noon. 

 

Cost:  Classes are offered tuition-free to all adults, 18 years and older.

 

For more information:  Contact Pat Holmes:  843-3529 or Koa Amona:  843-3524 by Monday, January 9, 2006

 

 

 

 

Job Announcement

 

General Manager Position

 

Hawaiian Homestead Technology, Inc

 

Hawaiian Homestead Technology (HHT) is seeking to fill the position of General Manager at its Honolulu Headquarters.  This position reports directly to a five-member HHT Board of Directors and represents the top management position of this small but growing information technology company.

 

HHT is a wholly-owned subsidiary incorporated in 2003 by the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA), a Hawaii nonprofit focused on community and economic development.  HHT’s mission is to sustain a viable technology industry in Hawaiian homestead communities and build local economic capacities and partnerships.

 

With two sites on two islands employing 18 individuals, HHT’s information technology focus is in document conversion technologies servicing private and government sector clients.  Unique as a for-profit company with its status as a social enterprise, HHT is driven by client customer service, profitability, job creation and capacity building in Hawaiian homestead communities.

 

The General Manager position at HHT requires an individual with strong management and business skills, active and results-oriented organizational skills and collaborative   approaches to achieving goals. Candidates should have some experience working and partnering with community organizations and a background in computer technology, software processes and systems.

 

HHT is seeking an individual with a high energy, interest for business operations and a passion for its social mission.  Interested individuals may submit resumes via fax, mail or email to:

 

Hawaiian Homestead Technology

Attention: Human Resources

33 South King Street, Suite 520

Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

Website: http://www.hhtech.net

Ph:  808.523.6447       Fax: 808.521.4111

Email: info@hhtech.net

 

 

 

 

Job Opportunities with the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement

 

*Administration for Native Americans Project Coordinator

CNHA is looking for an energetic Project Coordinator to help the CNHA team deliver hands-on grant training workshops throughout the Pacific.  Potential candidates should have excellent communication skills, be comfortable with public speaking, and be proficient in Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.  The Project Coordinator will be responsible for drafting reports, developing promotional material and updating CNHA’s website. This position will support the Community Relations Division who is responsible for providing training, technical assistance, special event coordination and media relations in Native communities.  If you are looking for a rewarding position, this is the job for you!

 

This full-time position will be based in Honolulu, with a salary range of $28,000-35,000.  Excellent benefits are included.  This position requires frequent travel throughout the Pacific region.

 

The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement is a dynamic non-profit organization that assists other organizations to achieve their goals by bringing Hawaiians together through our events, workshops and programs.  Our office environment is fast-paced requiring positive team players and flexibility.

 

Qualification Requirements

 

 

Please mail or fax your resume and cover letter by January 15, 2006. 

 

            Lilia Kapuniai

            Vice President & Manager, Community Development

            Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement

            33 South King Street, Suite 513

            Honolulu, HI 96813

            Fax: 521-4111

 

For more information:  Please call 521.5011 or email lilia@hawaiiancouncil.org

 

 

 

 

 

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, 15 sessions have been held attracting over 1,000 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 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.  A complete course is approximately 8-10 hours of course work.  Providers offer these courses in 1 to 4 day sessions. Participants are able to attend sessions 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 their orientation sessions in your community is as follows:

 

·        January 28th 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. at King Intermediate School Library- 46-155 Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe

·        February 11th 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. at Papakolea Community Center- 2150 Tantalus Dr., Honolulu

·        March 18th 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. at Kamehameha Schools Community Learning Center 89-101 Farrington Hwy., Nanakuli

 

To register to attend a free homebuyer education workshop please click here or contact them directly by phone at 587.7886 or toll-free at 1.866.400.1116 or via email 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.  

 

HCA will be scheduling more courses in January and February 2006. If you are interested in attending a course during that time, please complete this form for Hawaiian Community Assets to notify you with their schedule of courses in the future. A schedule of their orientation sessions in your community is as follows:

 

·        January 21st  8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.QLCC Childrens Center - 1791 Wili Pa Loop, Wailuku

·        January 28th  8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Kealakehe Elementary School Cafeteria- 74-5118 Kealakaa St., Kailua-Kona

 

To register to attend a free homebuyer education workshop please click here or contact them directly by phone at 760.5100 (from Maui) or toll-free at 1.866.760.5105 (from neighbor islands) or via e-mail at kahuawaiwai@hawaii.rr.com.

 

Hawaiian Community Assets will be scheduling more courses in February 2006. If you are interested in attending a course during that time, please complete this form so Hawaiian Community Assets can notify you with their schedule of courses in the future. For more information about Hawaiian Community Assets visit their website at www.hawaiiancommunity.net.

 

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.  In order to access services and complete a homebuyer education course through HHOC, you are required to attend one of their orientation sessions first.  A schedule of their orientation sessions in your community is as follows:

 

Oahu

·        January 18th 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

·        February 4th 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.

·        February 16th 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

·        March 1st 6:00 p.m. t o 7:00 p.m.

·        March 4th 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.

·        March 15th 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

·        March 29th 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

 

Kauai

·        February 10th 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

·        March 24th 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

 

For more information or to register for an Orientation Session about HHOC, please visit their website at www.hihomeownership.org, contact them 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:  www.dhhlhoap.org

 

 

 

 

Other Federal Funding Opportunities

 

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

 

State Cemetery Grants Program Grant

http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=7440

 

State Veterans Homes Construction Grants Grant http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=7410

 

 

Department of Education (ED)

 

Educational Opportunity Centers Program Grant

http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=7445

 

 

Department of Commerce (DOC)

 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA Marine Aquaculture Program Grant  http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=7474

 

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

2006 Integrated Science Program Grant

http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=7464

 

 

 

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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

 

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