Carolee Nishi They say “it takes a village to raise a child,” and that is exactly what takes place in the Hawaiian Studies Program called Hui O Kapunahala at the Nu‘uanu Y. Almost every day, participants from three years old to 85 are learning to dance hula, sing and play the ‘ukulele.
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he seed of this program was planted some 43 years ago, when past YMCA President and CEO Robert Matsuda asked Carolee Nishi for her help with 12 children who had no place to go after school. “I knew these kids needed some type of structure due to lack of parental guidance,” said Carolee, “so I started calling friends like Genoa Keawe and Kawai Cockett to help me with music and ‘ukulele lessons. I never intended to be a hula teacher, and I didn’t even play the ‘ukulele!”
“It’s not just about learning to dance or sing, but to respect each other, your elders and to treasure who you are as a person.”
Today, Carolee is here at the Y seven days a week as a full-time volunteer and shows no signs of slowing down. Generations of girls and boys have flourished under her disciplined and loving guidance. In fact, many of the parents and even grandparents of the participants today were once in this program. She credits the success of the program to her 22 kūpuna volunteers who show up every week. Some are retired DOE teachers who bring their love of teaching to the program. “All of the volunteers are unbelievable—they are so dedicated and compassionate and expect nothing in return, except to see our children and teens thrive.” Most often referred to as “Auntie Carolee,” she is especially proud of the stability the program has provided for many young people. “My job is to toss the seeds and see what grows. You never know what’s underground until it matures, and believe me, I’ve seen so much maturity and beauty over the many years. It’s what brings me back every day.”
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Changing Times, Changing Lives 2010 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
2010 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
Changing Times, Changing Lives Dear Friends, As we reflect on 2010, we recall story after story about individuals and families who counted on the YMCA of Honolulu to be there for them, to care for their children, to adopt a healthier lifestyle, to enhance their neighborhoods and so much more. In anticipation of the community’s needs and the still weakened economy, the YMCA of Honolulu sustained its efforts to support children, teens and families. Due to the generosity of so many of you, we are pleased to say that the YMCA of Honolulu gave out more than $1 million in financial assistance and program subsidies in 2010. 2010 WAS ALSO A YEAR OF MANY CHANGES AND NEW DIRECTIONS:
We moved forward on a number of key initiatives designed to prevent today’s most critical health problems, including childhood obesity, diabetes and heart disease. We accomplished these ambitious goals through multi-faceted initiatives like YMCA’s Activate America®, Pioneering Healthier Communities and Food and Fun. In 2011, we will be expanding our reach and partnerships with key organizations to further our impact. We discovered through extensive research on a national level that people feel good about the Y, but don’t really understand the impact we make in communities. Through a national
branding strategy, we are working to crystallize our cause and unify our voice around the three focus areas of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. In November, after a distinguished 40-year career with the Y, we said farewell to YMCA of Honolulu President and CEO Larry Bush. Larry led the Y through a period of major membership growth, six solid years of financial success and strengthened staff development programs. Some of his key accomplishments included: the construction of the Kalihi YMCA, the opening of the new Leeward YMCA, and the local Y’s involvement with Pioneering Healthier Communities and the Hawaii Nutrition and Physical Activity Coalition (NPAC). We closed 2010 with the selection of former Hawai‘i State Family Court Judge Michael Broderick as our new President and CEO. We are extremely fortunate to have someone of Michael’s caliber taking the helm of this organization at this important time in the history of the Y movement. We want to thank our dedicated donors, volunteers, members and staff who made it possible to continue carrying out the mission of the YMCA of Honolulu. We rely on you in the same way that so many children, teens, adults, seniors and families rely on us. Mahalo nui loa,
Jim R. Yates YMCA OF HONOLULU BOARD CHAIR
LEFT TO RIGHT: Jim Yates, Michael Broderick, Larry Bush
Nora & Seth Like the parents of most young adults, Seth’s folks have a hard time keeping up with his schedule. He enjoys swimming, bowling, shopping at the mall and participating in Special Olympic activities. Among all of these, Seth loves swimming at the Windward Y the most. In fact, he is at the Y pool five days a week—a “highlight” of his day, says his mother, Nora.
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eth, now 26, has been a quadriplegic since he was two years old. Today he is able to breathe and eat on his own, but still cannot move below his neck and is also slightly blind. But none of these obstacles stop this young man from doing the things he loves most.
When Seth was a 9th-grader, he was given the opportunity to swim twice a week at the Windward Y at no cost through a program in partnership with Kailua High School. He did this until he graduated, and then became a full-fledged Y member because he loved the pool so much. His mother said he refuses to swim anywhere else. It’s not just about the water being at the right temperature; it’s about the way he is welcomed at the Y. From Monday through Friday, he arrives with Jeanie and Anu‘ua, two aides who work with him on his mobility and range of motion exercises. The Y members and staff are also attentive to his needs and help in anyway they can. “I can’t say enough about the Y—what they have done for our family and the community. Every day, Seth has someplace to go. I recently joined the Windward Y board and am determined to keep the Y accessible to people like Seth. I want to give back since we have received so much over the years.”
“The Y opened their doors to us without hesitation and that gift of care and compassion is more than we ever expected.” 2010 ANNUAL REPORT
YMCA OF HONOLULU
2010 Board of Directors
Dear Friends, From the moment I was appointed President and CEO of the YMCA of Honolulu in November 2010, I have been inundated with stories of people whose lives have been positively impacted by the Y. As a Family Court Judge, I witnessed thousands of cases involving broken families—domestic violence, drug abuse, mental illness, homelessness and more. I asked myself how could I make an impact at an earlier stage and prevent some of the problems I saw every day in court. As a Board member of the YMCA, I saw the extraordinary work the Y had accomplished to help children, teens, adults and seniors grow and thrive. I knew without a doubt that the YMCA was the place where I could make a different kind of contribution, one still centered on families and communities, but focused on prevention and early intervention. I am incredibly excited about joining Hawai‘i’s leading nonprofit for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, and I am committed to serving each one of you—our volunteers, supporters and members. Thank you for your support and friendship. I look forward to working with all of you in the years to come. Mahalo,
Michael F. Broderick YMCA OF HONOLULU PRESIDENT AND CEO
Officers Jim Yates, CHAIRMAN Steven C. Ai, VICE CHAIR Bruce A. Coppa, VICE CHAIR Tim Johns, VICE CHAIR Rodney Matsumoto, TREASURER Board Members Benjamin K. Akana David Asanuma Jeffrey A. Bell David Bess Dr. Paul J. Carry Carl E. Choy Dr. Michael J. Chun Paula Akana Guanzon Wayne Hamano Jeffrey S. Harris Carl P. Hennrich Anton Krucky Dr. Dennis M. Kuwabara Walter J. Laskey Sanford Murata Linda O’Day Alan M. Oshima Joan Rohlfing Russell Saiki Connie Smales James C. Tollefson Richard S. Towill Lance Wilhelm Reuben S.F. Wong August Yee 2010 Branch Representatives Carl Ackerman, ATHERTON BRANCH Ronald T. Fujiwara, KALIHI BRANCH Reid Fukumoto, LEEWARD BRANCH Frank Godek, CAMP H.R. ERDMAN Francis Hogan, NU‘UANU BRANCH Kathy Ishimoto, MILILANI BRANCH Phyllis Oliver, KAIMUKĪ-WAI‘ALAE BRANCH Karla Redding, WINDWARD BRANCH C. Michael Street, CENTRAL BRANCH Philip Sammer, Y SERVICE CLUB
2010 ANNUAL REPORT
Other Income 2.6%
Aloha United Way Allocation 0.4%
2010 Financial Information
Contributions and Bequests 5.6% Government Grants 17.9%
(FIGURES ARE UNAUDITED)
Program Service Fees 71.0%
DECEMBER 31— ALL FUNDS
2010
Assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,203,100 Accounts receivable, net 1,162,100 Pledges receivable, net 166,500 Prepaid expenses 188,000 Inventory 37,300 Investments 8,412,100 Land, buildings, and equipment 33,806,900 Investment Income 2.5%
Total assets
REVENUE AND SUPPORT
2010
Program service fees $ 18,831,000 Government grants 4,747,900 Contributions and bequests 1,479,700 Investment income 649,900 Aloha United Way allocation 110,300 Other income 701,200 Total revenue and support
$ 26,520,000
$ 45,976,000
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS Liabilities Accounts payable and accrued expenses $ 1,232,500 Deferred revenues 1,021,000 Debt — Capital lease obligations 364,900 Other liabilities 187,900 Total liabilities
Total net assets 43,169,700 Total liabilities and net assets
Management and General 7.8%
2,806,300
$ 45,976,000
Program Services 90.6%
Thank you
to our Supporters! For a list of 2010 donors and Heritage Club members, visit www.ymcahonolulu.org/donors.
Capital Projects 0.5% Fundraising 1.1%
EXPENSES AND COMMITMENTS
2010
Program services $ 24,021,100 Management and general 2,078,900 Fundraising 301,200 Capital projects 118,800
YOU
A MADE E! C N E R DIFFE
The YMCA of Honolulu Heritage Club, established in 1987, is a group of men and women committed to ensuring the continued influence of the YMCA on future generations of youth and families via gifts to the YMCA Endowment.
Total expenses and commitments $ 26,520,000 2010 ANNUAL REPORT