The Hawaii Red Cross salutes this years outstanding volunteers from neighborhoods across our state. These citizens stand ready to help others in need throughout the islands. Please join us in recognizing the selfless contributions of these local heroes. With extraordinary commitment and heartfelt compassion, they are exceptional examples of the strength and aloha that reside within our island communities. For stories about the extraordinary, selfless acts of our Heroes, tune in to Sunrise 10/10 10/14. For more information, please click here.
On April 1, 2 and 3, 2011 volunteers collected over $100,000 to support disasters and services in our community. Volunteers accepted donations at various street corners, while others braved the crowds at shopping centers. The volunteers and supporters are the driving force behind the success of the Hats Off Fundraiser. Thank you!
Volunteers: Deloitte & Touche LLP, District 50 Hawaii Lions, Human Animal Bond, Honolulu Fire Department, Pageant participants, Red Cross Clubs, U.S. Air force Pacific, U.S. Army Pacific, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Marine Forces Pacific, U.S. Navy and many individual supporters.
Donors: Aala Ship Service, Aloha Air Cargo, Hawaii Pizza Hut & Taco Bell, Hawaiian Isles Water Company, McDonalds Restaurants of Hawaii, Subway Restaurants
Special thanks to Walmart for hosting the fundraiser for three days at their stores Statewide, and for providing invaluable support in helping to make the event a success.
 Youth holding signs |
 Ronald McDonald with pageant girls |
 Shaka |
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The Annual Red Cross Heroes Breakfast was held on Saturday, October 9, 2010 at the Waikii Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. The event honored five Community Heroes, five Volunteers of the Year and over 300 volunteers that play a vital role in the organization. The event celebrated the spirit of humanitarianism by honoring Red Cross Heroes who have performed extraordinary acts of kindness, compassion, and bravery.
2010 Community Heroes (Click on the pictures for their full stories) |
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 Lifesaver Heroes Dr. Zacarias Asuncion |
 Military Hero Karen Murphy |
 In the Line of Duty Hero Officers William Elllis, Kendall Prochnow and Garrett Hung |
 Youth Hero Johnathan Herbert |
 Animal Hero Sampson and Milo |
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2010 Volunteers of the Year (Click on the pictures for their full stories) |
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 Oahu Joe Hunkler |
 West Hawaii Carol Kitaoka |
 East Hawaii Harlen Fragas |
 Maui County Andrea Finkelstein |
 Kauai County Steve Soltysik |
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Mahalo to the companies who generously supported Hats Off:
Aala Ship Service Aloha Air Cargo (AlohaAirCargo.com) Coca-Cola Bottling Company Hawaiian Isles Water McDonalds Restaurants of Hawaii Mid Pac Petroleum, LLC Subway Walmart
Volunteers put on their Red Cross caps,safety vests and brought out signs and collection hard hats and collected donations, while getting a tan, at Walmart stores on Oahu on March 11th, 12th and 13th, and at seven street intersections on March 13th.
Kailua Marine Volunteers
Kapolei Navy Volunteers
McCully Air Force Volunteers
Mililani Army Volunteers
Moanalua Federal Fire Fighters Volunteers
Pearl City Honolulu Fire Department
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On the Neighbor Islands, volunteers were fired up in Red Cross attire to collect donations at a variety of locations at on March 11th, 12th and 13th.
Kona Locations:
Walmart
Lanihau Shopping Center
Hilo Locations:
Walmart
KTA Puainako
Maui Locations:
Foodland - Pukulani
Harley Davidson
Longs - Kihei
Maui Mall
Safeway - Kahului
Safeway - Wailuku
Walmart
Kauai Locations:
Walmart