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Project Information * 43. Project Title EXHIBIT A "Hands Are Not for Hitting, Hands Are for Helping" Nonviolent Education and Book Project 44. Project Start Date 02/01/2026 45. Project End Date 06/30/2026 46. Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and implemented. Hamakua 'Ka'u North Hilo Puna South Hilo 47. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 1 *48. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project. The "Hands Are Not For Hitting, Hands Are for Helping" nonviolent education and book project for preschoolers has a successful multi -year track record. The Zonta Club of Hilo Foundation provides and uses "teacher -approved" books for preschool -age students, along with trained readers to spread positive messaging. Past partners include the Island of Hawari YMCA, YWCA of Hawaii Island, Boys & Girls Club of the Big Island, Child & Family Service, Neighborhood Place of Puna, the Exchange Clubs, Head Start program sites, and other preschools, as well as local governmental organizations addressing violence in the community. With the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, many preschoolers and their parents have experienced "added stresses" that can hamper learning and skill development. The supportive project for social -emotional learning and violence prevention teaches calm, clear, kid -friendly responses to stressful situations. The organizations that have received and used the books have provided positive feedback and encouraged the Zonta Club of Hilo Foundation to continue and expand the project. This year, many new Department of Education -funded preschool sites have started on Hawaii Island. The Zonta Club of Hilo Foundation aims to reach out to these new preschool programs to provide book sets and reading sessions. If Contingency Relief Funding is received, the priority for distribution would be to these new preschools, followed by preschools that have been supported in the past. After the project period ends, future distribution plans will be evaluated based on feedback from the respective preschools. *49. 501(c)(3) Mission Statement Zonta International is a leading global organization of individuals working together to build a better world for women and girls. The Zonta Club of Hilo envisions our island community as a place where women's rights are recognized as human rights and every woman is able to achieve her full potential. * 50. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 501(c)(3) is connected to the project. The Zonta Club of Hilo is the organizer and primary implementer of this project, coordinating book distribution, reading sessions, and community outreach. The Zonta Club of Hilo Foundation provides the funding and resources necessary to purchase the books, train readers, and support program activities. Together, the Club and Foundation ensure the project aligns with Zonta's mission. *51. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form. CRF Budget Form.xlsx Public Purpose of Requested Funds