Radio Comes To Maui’s Rescue
• iHeartMedia Honolulu announced that all of its radio stations and morning shows are hosting #KokuaForMaui, a radio fundraiser to support the American Red Cross, Pacific Islands Region’s relief efforts on the island of Maui.
“With thousands of buildings burned to the ground and the casualty count increasing daily, each of us can play a part in bringing stability and supplies to Maui,” said Scott Hogle, President of iHeartMedia Honolulu. “Thank you for joining iHeartMedia Hawaii in giving to #KokuaForMaui.”
Diane Peters-Nguyen, CEO of the American Red Cross, Pacific Islands Region, commented, “The damage caused by the Maui wildfires is heartbreaking, but seeing so many people come together to help our friends and family on the Valley Isle speaks to the very spirit and mission of the Red Cross. All of us working together as one ohana is what will ensure that the community will thrive again.”
“The people of Maui are our neighbors, and iHeartMedia Honolulu is proud to do whatever we can to empower our ohana and friends on Maui to recover and rebuild in the face of what appears to be the deadliest natural disaster in Hawaii history,” said Jamie Hyatt, Senior Vice President of Programming, iHeartMedia Honolulu. Monetary donations for Maui relief efforts may be made to the Hawai’i Red Cross at KokuaforMaui.com and iHeartHelpsMaui.com.
Bonneville Launches ‘Maui Strong’ Fund
Bonneville International has launched the “Maui Strong” fire relief fundraiser to help provide support for those affected by the devastating fires. The funds raised through the Bonneville effort will be donated to the Hawaii Community Foundation. Recognizing the urgent need, the Bonneville International group of stations are using their collective voice to join forces with the communities they serve and provide vital assistance to those in need.
“Bonneville International has always been deeply rooted in the communities it serves,” said Tanya Vea, President & COO, Bonneville International. “With so many connections to the islands throughout the west, especially in the states our markets serve, ‘Maui Strong’ is a testament to our commitment to stand by our neighbors in times of crisis. Our mission to build up, connect, inform, and celebrate communities drives us to make a meaningful impact, and we believe that by coming together as ‘Maui Strong,’ we can bring some hope and healing to those in need.”
To kickstart the fundraising efforts, Bonneville’s foundation has contributed $15,000, and 100% of the donations received by Bonneville through the ‘Maui Strong’ fundraiser will be donated to the Hawaii Community Foundation to address the evolving needs, including shelter, food, and financial assistance with the money they receive. Bonneville operates stations in Salt Lake City, Seattle, San Francisco, Sacramento, Phoenix and Denver. To make a donation, please visit bonneville.com.
