Fellows mentioned in this story: John Leong
From Pacific Inno:
Nine Hawai‘i organizations have received federal grants for projects that aim to increase access to green spaces. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Urban and Community Forestry Program awarded more than $42 million to local projects last month, as part of a national initiative.
Environmental education nonprofit Kupu has received the largest grant amount in the state — $20 million — for a project called MALU, or Meaningful Arboriculture to Limit Vulnerability in Urban and Community areas, which aims to increase green space while providing workforce development opportunities. In a statement announcing the funding, representatives of Kupu explained that the project “will provide funding, technical assistance and support to multiple local organizations working to increase tree cover in disadvantaged areas.”
“Consistent with Kupu’s focus on youth development and environmental restoration, special emphasis will be placed on improving the wellbeing of people and places at the same time,” Kupu stated.
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In this issue of Taking on Tomorrow, Fellows share about their collective efforts helping to heal and rebuild after the Maui wildfires while listening to what the community needs. We also hear from our new President AJ Halagao and learn about Claire Sullivan and her 'link' between local food producers and families.