PHILANTHROPY:
It’s All AboutYOU
In honor of Women’s History Month, we celebrate the countless women who make a positive difference for Hawai‘i
H
istorically, women have given of their time and talents. Today, they are philanthropists, leaders, and advisors who shape the futures of the communities they care about. While the impact of philanthropy is communal, the reasons for giving are often rooted in personal experiences. These reflections from the women of Hawai‘i Community Foundation’s (HCF) Board of Governors share the passion behind their giving.
Deborah K. Berger, Chair Co-Founder, The Learning Coalition
Growing up in Hawai‘i, one cannot help but be struck by how interconnected our lives are. Giving helps me feel a part of something larger than myself; a part of our unique island community.
Roberta F. Chu
Tyrie Lee Jenkins, MD
I believe in the saying “It is better to give than to receive,” and have seen how giving of time, ideas, and resources can multiple exponentially if it comes from the right place – unconditional giving.
I come from five generations of strong, community-minded women in my family and think that women want to feel a connection with the mission they are giving to. Women leaders in philanthropy set a good example for their employees and families and hopefully inspire other women to give.
Kimberly W. Dey
Judy B. Pietsch
Sr. Vice President, Bank of Hawaii
Vice President, Charles B. Wang International Foundation
The act of giving has made an enormous positive impact on my life. I invest my time and money into philanthropic endeavors because my goal is to leave the world a better place than when I arrived.
Owner, Jenkins Eye Care
Owner, Judy B. Pietsch Consulting
I know the power of education and scholarships to provide life-changing opportunities. As a former teacher and college counselor, I believe in our youth.
Mary G.F. Bitterman
Elizabeth Rice Grossman
Katherine G. Richardson
As we know, “philanthropy” means love of others. What could be better than serving our community and aiming to make it a more compassionate, just, and beautiful place?
We have a universal yearning to do what we can, whenever and wherever we can. In my opinion, helping others is the purest form of living a life in full.
Philanthropy is a wonderful way for a person to give back to their community. When we all engage in our own way and at our own levels to the causes we feel the most strongly about, everyone reaps the benefits of this positive energy.
Kaleialoha K. Cadinha-Pua‘a
Honey Bun Haynes
Jennifer Sabas
Giving has encouraged me not only to seek my purpose, but also to understand that purpose. By aligning the act of giving with my heart, I give unconditionally and serve purposefully, regardless of the amount given.
I am very grateful for my good fortune and have a sense of pride when I am able to share in community projects that make a difference. It is the way I choose to live my life.
Women leaders are collaborative in nature. Building teams, doing good together, and encouraging giving collectively casts a net that is broad and lasting. Philanthropy is the glue that keeps our community connected and caring about one another.
President, The Bernard Osher Foundation
CEO and President, Cadinha & Co., LLC
President, The Grossman Charitable Foundation
Community Volunteer
Community Volunteer
Director, The Daniel K. Inouye Fund
> Did you know: Out of Hawai‘i Community Foundation’s
20-member Board of Governors, 11 are outstanding women. We are privileged to have their guidance, leadership, and insight as HCF enters its second century.
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