Community Engagement
Welina mai!
Here, you’ll find all the latest information on our upcoming community engagement initiatives including workshops, information sessions, and outreach events.
Our goal is to empower and support our communities through education, resources and open discussion forums where we listen and learn from the communities we serve. Whether you’re interested in learning more about Hawaiʻi Community Lending, exploring our programs and loan options, or understanding the steps needed to build on Hawaiian Home Lands, we have something for everyone.
Hoʻokele Home Program Information Session
The Hoʻokele Home Program provides free guidance to Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries on the path to homeownership.
Join us for an information session about Hawai’i Community Lending’s Beneficiary Program. This program is dedicated to helping Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries build and buy homes on Hawaiian Home Lands. Come learn about the resources, support, and financial options available.
Learn more about how we can support your journey to homeownership. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to empower your future.
Registration required for each Zoom session. Unless otherwise specified, all meetings will be held virtually via Zoom.
2025 Workshops
Wednesday, February 5 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 12 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 9 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 7 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 12 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 9 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, August 13 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 10 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 8 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 12 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 10 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
The Hoʻokele Home Program provides free guidance to Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries on the path to homeownership.
Join us for an information session about Hawai’i Community Lending’s Beneficiary Program. This program is dedicated to helping Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries build and buy homes on Hawaiian Home Lands. Come learn about the resources, support, and financial options available.
Learn more about how we can support your journey to homeownership. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to empower your future.
Registration required for each Zoom session. Unless otherwise specified, all meetings will be held virtually via Zoom.
2025 Workshops
Wednesday, February 5 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 12 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 9 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 7 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 12 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 9 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, August 13 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 10 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 8 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 12 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 10 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Nā‘iwa Homesteaders Program
The Nā‘iwa Homestead Program offers a series of owner-builder workshops geared towards the Nā‘iwa Agricultural Subdivision lessees on Hawaiian Homelands.
Online ZOOM Meetings
Monday, February 24, 6 – 7:30 p.m. – General Outreach (with HCA & HCL)
Monday, April 21, 6 – 7:30 p.m. – DHHL – Updates & NASA – Ag Site Development Updates.
Monday, May 19, 6 – 7:30 p.m. – Agricultural Training Session (with NASA)
Monday, July 21, 6 – 7:30 p.m. – Agricultural Training Session (with NASA)
Monday, August 18, 6 – 7:30 p.m. – General Outreach (HCA+HCL) & Tentative Clean Energy (with NASA)
Monday, October 20, 6 – 7:30 p.m. – Agricultural Training Session (with NASA)
Monday, November 17, 6 – 7:30 p.m. – Agricultural Training Session (with NASA)
In-Person Meetings
Monday, March 17, 6 – 7:30 p.m. – Qualifying with Lenders and One-on-One sessions (with HCL)
Monday, June 16, 6 – 7:30 p.m. – Permitting Process and One-on-One sessions (with HCL)
Monday, September 15, 6 – 7:30 p.m. – TBD (with HCL)
Monday, December 22, 6 – 7:30 p.m. – Year Highlights and Plans for 2026 (with HCL and NASA)
In-Person Meetings will be held at the OHA / DHHL Conference Room.
600 Mauna Loa Hwy,
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
Nā‘iwa Homesteaders Program
The Nā‘iwa Homestead Program offers a series of owner-builder workshops geared towards the Nā‘iwa Agricultural Subdivision lessees on Hawaiian Homelands.
ZOOM Meetings
Monday, February 24, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
– General Outreach (with HCA & HCL)
Monday, April 21, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
– DHHL – Updates & NASA – Ag Site Development Updates.
Monday, May 19, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
– Agricultural Training Session (with NASA)
Monday, July 21, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
– Agricultural Training Session (with NASA)
Monday, August 18, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
– General Outreach (HCA+HCL) & Tentative Clean Energy (with NASA)
Monday, October 20, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
– Agricultural Training Session (with NASA)
Monday, November 17, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
– Agricultural Training Session (with NASA)
In-Person Meetings
Monday, March 17, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
– Qualifying with Lenders and One-on-One sessions (with HCL)
Monday, June 16, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
– Permitting Process and One-on-One sessions (with HCL)
Monday, September 15, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
– TBD (with HCL)
Monday, December 22, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
– Year Highlights and Plans for 2026 (with HCL and NASA)
In-Person Meetings will be held at the OHA / DHHL Conference Room.
600 Mauna Loa Hwy,
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
* All details subject to change.
PAST EVENTS
January 2025
Mon.
27
6 – 7:30 p.m.
Nā‘iwa Homesteaders Program – Owner Builder Workshop – Virtual – Zoom
The Nā‘iwa Homestead Project offers a series of workshops geared towards the Nā‘iwa Agricultural Subdivision lessees on Hawaiian Homelands. Join us for our next virtual workshop. Homeowner Builder Timeline and where we are at; next steps. Presented by with HCL
Thurs.
23
5 – 8 p.m.
Hui Waiwai 2025 – Building Solutions for Hawaiʻi’s Housing Crisis
Sponsored by American Savings Bank, HPM Building Supply, Hawaiian Community Assets and The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation.
Join Hawai‘i Community Lending as we gather with our partners, investors and community to celebrate successes of the past year and share our plans for 2025.
Since 2002 our nonprofit organization has worked with partners to tackle Hawai‘i’s housing crisis. In the last 22 years we have funded 4,485 local and Native Hawaiian families to build, buy, and save homes from foreclosure getting more than $160 million into our communities for affordable housing.
Event Highlights
• Live Music: Enjoy the soulful sounds of Waipuʻilani and Friends.
• Host Bar & Cocktail Hour: A hosted cocktail hour from 5 – 6 p.m. to kick off the evening.
• Dinner by Hawaiian Chefs: Savor a thoughtfully prepared meal showcasing local flavors.
• Keynote Speaker: Senior Vice President and Director of Strategic Partnerships at American Savings Bank and HCL Board President, Billy Pieper, who will share a vision for housing Hawaiʻi families.
• Awards and Recognition: Celebrate the 2024 “Impact Investor of the Year” and honor families who have overcome extraordinary barriers to secure or sustain housing.
Ticket Information
• Pōmaikaʻi Sponsorship: $5,000 (includes a table for ten and recognition in marketing materials)
• Lehua Sponsorship: $100 (individual seat)
All event proceeds go to support housing for local and Hawaiian families.
Wed.
8
5 – 6:30 p.m.
Hoʻokele Home Program Information Session – Virtual – Zoom
Join us for an information session about Hawai’i Community Lending’s Beneficiary Program. This program is dedicated to helping Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries build and buy homes on Hawaiian Home Lands. Come learn about the resources, support, and financial options available.
Learn more about how we can support your journey to homeownership. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to empower your future. Registration required for each Zoom session.
December 2024
Thurs.
12
5.30 – 7:30 p.m.
Hoʻokele Home Program Information Session – Virtual – Zoom
Join us for an information session about Hawai’i Community Lending’s Beneficiary Program. This program is dedicated to helping Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries build and buy homes on Hawaiian Home Lands. Come learn about the resources, support, and financial options available.
Learn more about how we can support your journey to homeownership. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to empower your future.
November 2024
Wed.
20
5.30 – 7:30 p.m.
Hoʻokele Home Program Information Session – Virtual – Zoom
Join us for an information session about Hawai’i Community Lending’s Beneficiary Program. This program is dedicated to helping Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries build and buy homes on Hawaiian Home Lands. Come learn about the resources, support, and financial options available.
October 2024
Wed.
23
12 – 2 p.m. &
4 – 6 p.m.
Hoʻokele Home Program Information Session – In-Person – La’iopua
Join us for an information session about Hawai’i Community Lending’s Beneficiary Program. This program is dedicated to helping Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries build and buy homes on Hawaiian Home Lands. Come learn about the resources, support, and financial options available.
Thur. 24
12 – 2 p.m. &
4 – 6 p.m.
Hoʻokele Home Program Information Session – In-Person – ARC of Hilo
Join us for an information session about Hawai’i Community Lending’s Beneficiary Program. This program is dedicated to helping Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries build and buy homes on Hawaiian Home Lands. Come learn about the resources, support, and financial options available.