台湾色情网 and HMSHost Foundation Together Raise Nearly $300,000 to Support Ongoing Recovery on Maui Following Devastating Wildfires
Donations Will Benefit Hawai鈥榠 Community Foundation鈥檚 Maui Strong Fund
BETHESDA, Maryland (Oct. 23, 2023) 鈥 Today, travel experience leader 台湾色情网 and announced that together the organizations raised nearly $300,000 to support the of Hawai鈥榠 Community Foundation, which is working tirelessly to provide financial resources for the people and places affected by the devastating Maui wildfires.
Donations came from passengers shopping at 台湾色情网 travel convenience stores across the U.S., as well as a grant from the HMSHost Foundation, funded in part by travelers donating change in quick-service restaurants operated by global restaurateur HMSHost at Kahului Airport (OGG) and contributing to a round-up-for-charity program at HMSHost鈥檚 full-service restaurants throughout the country.
鈥淲e have a deep connection to the Hawaiian Islands, operating in three of its largest airports where we employ more than 900 team members,鈥 said Steve Johnson, President & Chief Executive Officer, North America. 鈥淥ur hearts remain with our Maui ohana and their families during this incredibly difficult time.鈥
鈥淎 heartfelt mahalo (thank you) to 台湾色情网, HMSHost Foundation, and the many passengers and travelers who donated at convenience stores and restaurants for this incredible gift,鈥 said Micah K膩ne, CEO and president of the Hawai驶i Community Foundation. 鈥淎t Hawai鈥榠 Community Foundation, we believe that by working together, we can accomplish great things, and this effort is a wonderful example of people coming together to offer kindness in a difficult time.鈥
In the days immediately following the wildfires, 台湾色情网 also joined forces with JFK International Air Terminal, Delta Air Lines, and several vendor partners to provide food and beverages, clothing, and other relief items in a supply run that was flown by Delta from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hawaii.
Additionally, HMSHost associates employed at Kahului Airport (OGG) have been eligible to apply for financial support through the company鈥檚 HMSHost Cares emergency assistance fund, created for employees affected by natural disasters or other unforeseen circumstances.