News & Current Events

Hawaii Pacific Health Commits $500,000 to Hawaii Habitat for Humanity Association to Build Affordable Homes on Oahu and Kauai

Hawaii Pacific Health has announced it is providing $500,000 in social-impact loans to support Hawaii Habitat for Humanity Association.

Pali Momi is First to Perform Unique Prostate Cancer Treatment on Patients in Hawaii

Hawaii Pacific Health is the first in Hawaii to offer a new minimally invasive treatment for prostate cancer at Pali Momi Medical Center that can mean fewer side effects for patients.

Straub Benioff Medical Center Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Campus

Hawaii Pacific Health marked a milestone, celebrating the start of construction on the first phase of the multi-year Straub Benioff Medical Center Redevelopment project.

8th Annual Ko Olina Children’s Festival Raises $60,000 to Support Cancer Care for Women and Children

From bugs to butterflies, it was a fun outdoor adventure at the 8th annual Ko Olina Children’s Festival on the beach fronting Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa. Hundreds of children and their families attended, raising $60,000 for Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children.

Honolulu Mayor Proclaims April 24 Denim Day as Part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The Sex Abuse Treatment Center, along with its supporters and other organizations, attended a proclamation ceremony to announce April 24, 2024, as Denim Day in Honolulu.

The Sex Abuse Treatment Center Recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month nationwide, and in Hawaii, The Sex Abuse Treatment Center (SATC) says that the number of people who are requesting help is growing.

Moanalua’s Leila-Rose Coloma Named Hawaii’s 2024 Children’s Miracle Network Champion

Leila-Rose Coloma was born with two heart conditions and had open-heart surgery when she was just 5 months old. Now, the 7-year-old and her family will share their inspiring story through the national Children’s Miracle Network program.

Transformative Gift from Salesforce Chair and CEO Marc Benioff and Lynne Benioff Will Expand Access and Continuity of Health Care in Hawaii

A major donation by longstanding philanthropists in Hawaii will significantly increase health care access, addressing critical infrastructure gaps and helping ensure excellent and continuous care for communities in Hawaii.

Hawaii Pacific Health Employees Donate More Than $1 Million to Support Care for Hawaii Communities

For the seventh-straight year, Hawaii Pacific Health employees banded together to give more than $1 million as part of the annual Employee Giving Campaign, including more than $100,000 that will go to Maui wildfire recovery efforts.

$100,000 Grant Awarded to Support Pediatric Cancer Care at Kapiolani During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Pediatric cancer care at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children received a $100,000 boost during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, thanks to Hyundai Hope On Wheels (HHOW). Since 2009, HHOW has donated $965,000 to Kapiolani toward the treatment of pediatric cancer patients.

Hilo Walmart Sets National Single-Store Fundraising Record in Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Campaign

Panda Express Raises $439,077 for Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children

Panda Cares, the philanthropic arm of Panda Express, raised $439,077 in 2022 for programs and services at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children, Hawaii’s only Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) hospital.

Racing Event Raises $6,000 For Women’s Center at Wilcox Medical Center

The Garden Isle Racing Association made a pit stop at Wilcox Medical Center to present a donation of $6,000. The money was raised at a recent Ladies Night drag racing event at Kauai Raceway Park and, in line with the theme, will support the Women’s Center at Wilcox.

Hawaii Pacific Health Joins Program to Feed University of Hawaii Student-Athletes Nutritious Meals

Hawaii Pacific Health has joined local businesses and organizations to help student-athletes maintain the necessary nutrition required to perform at their best. HPH kicked off this new partnership by feeding the Rainbow Warrior football team.

HPH President & CEO Ray Vara Receives American Heart Association’s 2023 Distinguished National Leadership Award

Hawaii Pacific Health President & CEO Ray Vara recently was honored for his outstanding service to the American Heart Association (AHA) at the2023 Leading with Light National Volunteer Awards ceremony.