Live-Updates
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 8, 2026
HONOLULU – Governor Josh Green’s Hawaiʻi Office of Recovery and Resiliency (HIORR), along with other state, federal and county partners, will expand direct, in-person assistance for Kona Low storm recovery within Maui County.
Anyone directly impacted by the recent Kona Low weather events and in need of support may be eligible for the Kona Low Disaster Case Management Program (DCMP). HIORR is closely coordinating with all the counties and local partners to ensure a cohesive and trauma-informed disaster response.
The Kona Low DCMP is funded collaboratively by the state, counties and the Hawai‘i Community Foundation for 90 days and will provide up to 40 dedicated case managers to support those in need.
Residents may sign up for the Kona Low DCMP by calling Aloha United Way 211, by visiting ready.hawaii.gov, or by emailing [email protected] to get started.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 8, 2026
HONOLULU – Governor Josh Green’s Hawaiʻi Office of Recovery and Resiliency (HIORR), along with other state, federal and county partners, will expand direct, in-person assistance for Kona Low storm recovery within Maui County.
Anyone directly impacted by the recent Kona Low weather events and in need of support may be eligible for the Kona Low Disaster Case Management Program (DCMP). HIORR is closely coordinating with all the counties and local partners to ensure a cohesive and trauma-informed disaster response.
The Kona Low DCMP is funded collaboratively by the state, counties and the Hawai‘i Community Foundation for 90 days and will provide up to 40 dedicated case managers to support those in need.
Residents may sign up for the Kona Low DCMP by calling Aloha United Way 211, by visiting ready.hawaii.gov, or by emailing [email protected] to get started.
Recovery support is coming to Molokaʻi 🌺
HIEMA, FEMA, SBA, and community partners will be hosting upcoming recovery events on Molokaʻi for residents impacted by the recent Kona Low storms. Disaster Case Managers and recovery teams, including support from GEM Hawaiʻi, will be available to help connect residents with available resources and assistance programs.
📍 Kilohana Community Center
334-A1 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaunakakai
🗓 May 11–12
⏰ 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Mitchell Pauole Center Hall
90 Ainoa St., Kaunakakai
🗓 May 11–12
⏰ 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Available support may include:
• FEMA application assistance
• SBA disaster loan information
• Disaster Case Management services
• Recovery resource navigation
• Housing and recovery support guidance
Please help share this information with anyone on Molokaʻi who may benefit from these services. 🤝
#Molokai #Molokaʻi #KonaLow #HawaiiRelief #DisasterRecovery
Recovery support is coming to Molokaʻi 🌺
HIEMA, FEMA, SBA, and community partners will be hosting upcoming recovery events on Molokaʻi for residents impacted by the recent Kona Low storms. Disaster Case Managers and recovery teams, including support from GEM Hawaiʻi, will be available to help connect residents with available resources and assistance programs.
📍 Kilohana Community Center
334-A1 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaunakakai
🗓 May 11–12
⏰ 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Mitchell Pauole Center Hall
90 Ainoa St., Kaunakakai
🗓 May 11–12
⏰ 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Available support may include:
• FEMA application assistance
• SBA disaster loan information
• Disaster Case Management services
• Recovery resource navigation
• Housing and recovery support guidance
Please help share this information with anyone on Molokaʻi who may benefit from these services. 🤝
#Molokai #Molokaʻi #KonaLow #HawaiiRelief #DisasterRecovery
Join GEM Hawai‘i and community partners at the Kihei Resource Fair for direct access to recovery resources, housing guidance, and disaster case management support.
📍 Kihei Community Center
303 E Lipoa St, Kihei, HI 96753
📅 Monday, May 11
⏰ 9AM–7PM
Services available include:
• FEMA & SBA application assistance
• Disaster Case Management support
• Emergency shelter assistance
• Housing transition guidance as FEMA and State programs evolve
• Connections to additional recovery resources
Whether you were affected by flooding, storm damage, housing instability, or wildfire impacts, our teams are here to help connect you to available programs and long-term recovery support.
Please share with anyone who may need assistance. 🤝
#Maui #Kihei #MauiStrong #KonaLow #DisasterRecovery GEMHawaii WildfireRecovery CommunitySupport MauiCounty HawaiiRelief DisasterCaseManagement
Join GEM Hawai‘i and community partners at the Kihei Resource Fair for direct access to recovery resources, housing guidance, and disaster case management support.
📍 Kihei Community Center
303 E Lipoa St, Kihei, HI 96753
📅 Monday, May 11
⏰ 9AM–7PM
Services available include:
• FEMA & SBA application assistance
• Disaster Case Management support
• Emergency shelter assistance
• Housing transition guidance as FEMA and State programs evolve
• Connections to additional recovery resources
Whether you were affected by flooding, storm damage, housing instability, or wildfire impacts, our teams are here to help connect you to available programs and long-term recovery support.
Please share with anyone who may need assistance. 🤝
#Maui #Kihei #MauiStrong #KonaLow #DisasterRecovery GEMHawaii WildfireRecovery CommunitySupport MauiCounty HawaiiRelief DisasterCaseManagement
Join us on Molokaʻi for the 5th Annual Molokaʻi Educational Resource Experience!
GEM Hawaiʻi and Molokaʻi Cares Disaster Case Managers will be onsite to support individuals and families impacted by the recent Kona Low storms. Whether you need help navigating recovery resources, housing support, FEMA applications, or just want to connect with available services, we’re here for you.
📍 Lanikeha Community Center
📅 Saturday, May 9
⏰ 9AM–2PM
This community event will also feature:
* Live music
* Greased pig contest
* Petting zoo
* Food & craft vendors
* Prize giveaways including Hawaiian Airlines tickets, TVs, and more!
Mahalo to all of the organizations and community partners coming together to support Molokaʻi families and create a fun, resource-filled day for the whole ʻohana.
#Molokai #MolokaiCommunity #KonaLow #DisasterRecovery #CommunitySupport
Join us on Molokaʻi for the 5th Annual Molokaʻi Educational Resource Experience!
GEM Hawaiʻi and Molokaʻi Cares Disaster Case Managers will be onsite to support individuals and families impacted by the recent Kona Low storms. Whether you need help navigating recovery resources, housing support, FEMA applications, or just want to connect with available services, we’re here for you.
📍 Lanikeha Community Center
📅 Saturday, May 9
⏰ 9AM–2PM
This community event will also feature:
* Live music
* Greased pig contest
* Petting zoo
* Food & craft vendors
* Prize giveaways including Hawaiian Airlines tickets, TVs, and more!
Mahalo to all of the organizations and community partners coming together to support Molokaʻi families and create a fun, resource-filled day for the whole ʻohana.
#Molokai #MolokaiCommunity #KonaLow #DisasterRecovery #CommunitySupport
Molokaʻi – We’re here to help*
If you were impacted by the recent Kona Low storms, join us for this FEMA Assistance Kōkua Pop-Up and get the support you need—all in one place.
GEM will be on-site providing Kona Low DCMP support, alongside FEMA and partners, to help you understand your options, navigate next steps, and access available resources.
🗓 Wednesday, May 6
⏰ 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
📍 Mitchell Pauʻole Community Center
Come talk story with our team, ask questions, and get connected to the support you deserve.
✔️ Apply for assistance
✔️ Get guidance on housing + recovery
✔️ Connect with case managers
Bring your ID, SSN, address/damage details, and any insurance info if available.
Let’s move forward together.
#MauiCounty #Molokai #KonaLow #DisasterRecovery #GEM FEMA DCMP CommunitySupport
Molokaʻi – We’re here to help*
If you were impacted by the recent Kona Low storms, join us for this FEMA Assistance Kōkua Pop-Up and get the support you need—all in one place.
GEM will be on-site providing Kona Low DCMP support, alongside FEMA and partners, to help you understand your options, navigate next steps, and access available resources.
🗓 Wednesday, May 6
⏰ 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
📍 Mitchell Pauʻole Community Center
Come talk story with our team, ask questions, and get connected to the support you deserve.
✔️ Apply for assistance
✔️ Get guidance on housing + recovery
✔️ Connect with case managers
Bring your ID, SSN, address/damage details, and any insurance info if available.
Let’s move forward together.
#MauiCounty #Molokai #KonaLow #DisasterRecovery #GEM FEMA DCMP CommunitySupport
@hawaiinewsnow report on the pop-up community assistance center (CAC) in Waianae this past weekend.
@hawaiinewsnow report on the pop-up community assistance center (CAC) in Waianae this past weekend.
GEM Hawai’i Pacific joined several other agencies at the city’s pop-up community assistance center in Waianae this past weekend.
Hundreds of Leeward Coast residents impacted by last month’s Kona low flooding came by for assistance. Disaster recovery support included housing and rental assistance resources, SNAP and benefits navigation, health and social services referrals, and community-based support programs. #hawaii #konalow #flooding
GEM Hawai’i Pacific joined several other agencies at the city’s pop-up community assistance center in Waianae this past weekend.
Hundreds of Leeward Coast residents impacted by last month’s Kona low flooding came by for assistance. Disaster recovery support included housing and rental assistance resources, SNAP and benefits navigation, health and social services referrals, and community-based support programs. #hawaii #konalow #flooding
TODAY: STORM RECOVERY ASSISTANCE
WALANAE MALL | SATURDAY, APRIL 25TH | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Final intake at 12:30 PM)
SERVICES INCLUDE:
*Disaster recovery support
*Housing & rental assistance resources
*SNAP & benefits navigation
*Health & social services referrals
*Community-based support programs
TODAY: STORM RECOVERY ASSISTANCE
WALANAE MALL | SATURDAY, APRIL 25TH | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Final intake at 12:30 PM)
SERVICES INCLUDE:
*Disaster recovery support
*Housing & rental assistance resources
*SNAP & benefits navigation
*Health & social services referrals
*Community-based support programs
Attention Oahu residents: Do you need assistance recovering from the Kona Low storms? GEM will be at the Wai’anae Mall on Saturday, April 25 from 9am- 1pm with other disaster relief partners to help anyone in need.
Attention Oahu residents: Do you need assistance recovering from the Kona Low storms? GEM will be at the Wai’anae Mall on Saturday, April 25 from 9am- 1pm with other disaster relief partners to help anyone in need.
GEM Hawaii Pacific was proud to join Mayor Richard Bissen and other County of Maui leaders in gathering with about 100 Moloka‘i residents on Sunday, April 19, 2026, to hear firsthand about recent storm impacts. “We know that for rural communities like Moloka‘i, accessing services can come with added challenges,” Mayor Bissen said.
“That’s why it’s important that we bring government to our Moloka‘i residents, listen to their concerns and needs, and work together across agencies and with community partners to ensure support reaches families and meets needs on the ground. Clients shared that they felt seen and heard, and many made meaningful progress in their recovery—completing TANF applications, updating documents, and revising their recovery plans.”
We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to partner in this work and to serve the community in such a tangible and impactful way. We’re here every step of the way. Mahalo to @govjoshgreen for his leadership in bringing this vital program to Hawai‘i.
GEM Hawaii Pacific was proud to join Mayor Richard Bissen and other County of Maui leaders in gathering with about 100 Moloka‘i residents on Sunday, April 19, 2026, to hear firsthand about recent storm impacts. “We know that for rural communities like Moloka‘i, accessing services can come with added challenges,” Mayor Bissen said.
“That’s why it’s important that we bring government to our Moloka‘i residents, listen to their concerns and needs, and work together across agencies and with community partners to ensure support reaches families and meets needs on the ground. Clients shared that they felt seen and heard, and many made meaningful progress in their recovery—completing TANF applications, updating documents, and revising their recovery plans.”
We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to partner in this work and to serve the community in such a tangible and impactful way. We’re here every step of the way. Mahalo to @govjoshgreen for his leadership in bringing this vital program to Hawai‘i.
Attention: To ALL Molokaʻi residents - if you were impacted by the recent Kona Low storms and need assistance, GEM will join, Maui County Mayor Bissen today at 10am, Sunday, April 19, 2026 at the Mitchell Pauole Community Center in Kaunakakai for a community meeting to share updates, answer questions, and provide access to support and services.
Attention: To ALL Molokaʻi residents - if you were impacted by the recent Kona Low storms and need assistance, GEM will join, Maui County Mayor Bissen today at 10am, Sunday, April 19, 2026 at the Mitchell Pauole Community Center in Kaunakakai for a community meeting to share updates, answer questions, and provide access to support and services.
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR — NEWS RELEASE | STATE OF HAWAII RESPONDS TO KONA LOW IMPACTS, LAUNCHES KONA LOW INTERIM DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM.
“HIEMA has selected Global Empowerment Mission as the lead organization for the interim DCMP and will coordinate and support the selected com-munity-based organizations (CBOs) in each county to deliver services. The initial launch of the program will bring immediate disaster case management services to residents on O`ahu and across Maui County, with additional services on Kaua`i and the Island of Hawaii expected to commence soon.”
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR — NEWS RELEASE | STATE OF HAWAII RESPONDS TO KONA LOW IMPACTS, LAUNCHES KONA LOW INTERIM DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM.
“HIEMA has selected Global Empowerment Mission as the lead organization for the interim DCMP and will coordinate and support the selected com-munity-based organizations (CBOs) in each county to deliver services. The initial launch of the program will bring immediate disaster case management services to residents on O`ahu and across Maui County, with additional services on Kaua`i and the Island of Hawaii expected to commence soon.”
Zusammenfassende Statistiken
Miethilfeprogramm für FEMA-berechtigte Personen
Phase 1: Sofortige Reaktion
Unser GEM BStrong-Team ist jetzt in Maui, Hawaii, vor Ort, um den Menschen zu helfen, die von den Waldbränden schwer betroffen sind. Unsere Soforthilfe erfolgt in Form unserer BStrong-Cash-Karten, mit denen die Überlebenden flexibel die Dinge kaufen können, die sie am dringendsten benötigen. Wir werden auch kurzfristige Airbnb-Unterkünfte, langfristige Wohnlösungen, Wiederaufbauprojekte und Unterstützung beim Kauf von Werkzeugen für Bauunternehmer für diejenigen anbieten, deren Häuser durch die Brände schwer beschädigt oder vollständig zerstört wurden. Wir werden auch Unterstützung für betroffene Haustiere anbieten. Unser Team wird auf unbestimmte Zeit vor Ort sein, um sicherzustellen, dass die Menschen auf Maui so viel langfristige Unterstützung wie nötig erhalten.
GEM wird nun von unserem neuen Büro auf Maui aus tätig sein, das für die Beantragung von Langzeitwohnungen, unsere BStrong-Bargeldkarten und andere Hilfen zur Verfügung steht.
Langfristige Wohnlösungen
GEM bietet derzeit denjenigen, die durch die Brände in Lahaina vertrieben wurden, eine längerfristige Wohnhilfe an. Im Rahmen dieses Programms tragen wir dazu bei, die Kosten für die Unterbringung von Familien zu senken, die in neue Räume umziehen müssen. Außerdem versorgen wir diese Haushalte im Rahmen unserer GEM Welcome Home Kits mit dem Nötigsten.
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