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25 05 <br /> I. APPLICANT INFORMATION <br /> 1. Brief history of the applicant organization. Include the date of incorporation as a <br /> non-profit organization. <br /> Hawai'i Environmental Restoration (HER), our 501(c)(3), was established in January 16th of 2019 <br /> following 5 years of service under the umbrella of Malama O Puna 501 c(3) based in Pahoa. Our <br /> mission is to preserve HawaiTs unique cultural and biological resources through environmental <br /> restoration and education. The spiritual mission of our organization is to inspire people in developing <br /> a deeper connection to the earth, and to observe a sacred rapport with the land here in Hawai'i; one <br /> that honors its native people, perpetuates the Hawaiian culture, and protects the original plant <br /> communities of this land. <br /> Our primary project focuses on the restoration of Keau'ohana State Forest Reserve, the largest and <br /> most intact native lowland rain forest remaining (<1,000 ft) in Hawai'i. HER is equally dedicated to <br /> nurturing environmental awareness for students and stewards who wish to contribute to Hawai'i's <br /> historical heritage and environmental betterment. HER's volunteer program offers hands-on <br /> educational opportunity in the forest to organizations/students from around the world, providing a <br /> basis for the educational component of HER's work. <br /> With over 33 years of experience in sustainable development in Hawai'i, forest ecologist, Cindy <br /> (Jaya) Dupuis (M.S. in Tropical Conservation Biology and Environmental Science), launched and <br /> has managed these efforts since June of 2014. She is the Board Chair and primary educator for <br /> HER. Her tasks also include outreach coordination, report and grant writing, website maintenance <br /> (please visit: hawaiienvironmental restoration.org), and administrative duties. <br /> 2. Other source(s) of financial support: <br /> There are no other sources of financial support for these projects. <br /> FINAL 2025 Stewardship Grant Application,Page 12 of 13 <br />