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RESOLUTION NO. 192 25
A RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING/APPROPRIATING AN APPROPRIATION OUT
AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITING SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HOSPICE OF HILO
FOR ITS 21ST ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF LIFE.
WHEREAS,Hospice of Hilo (doing business as Hawaii Care Choices) is a 501(c)(3)
nonprofit organization that provides medical, social, and spiritual services for terminally ill
patients at their end of life, as well as providing support to their families and caregivers; and
WHEREAS, Hospice of Hilo is requesting funds for stage decorations,tents, supplies for
set up, and keiki coloring books, which will serve a public purpose by benefiting, improving, or
promoting the interests of culture and the arts, educational concerns,needs of the poor,youth,
the aged,those with physical or emotional disabilities, and public health and welfare of the
people and the environment; and
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII that, in
accordance with section 2-139(a)(2)(C) of the Hawai`i County Code 1983 (2016 Edition, as
amended), Contingency Relief funds from Council District 4 are hereby transferred to the
Department of Liquor Control to provide a grant to Hospice of Hilo for the expenses and
purposes identified in"Exhibit A,"a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by
reference, in the following amount as set forth below:
FUND: General
AMOUNT OF
APPROPRIATION: $2,000
OUT AND FROM:
010.101.5101.91 Clerk-Council SVC—Contingency Relief $2,000
CREDITED TO:
010.251.5251.39 Department of Liquor Control $2,000
Public Programs
115 Misc. Contract Services
(Hospice of Hilo—21st Annual Celebration of Life)
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BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the County Clerk shall transmit a copy of this
resolution to the Director of Liquor Control and Director of Finance, and that the Director of
Finance is hereby authorized to make the necessary transfers in accordance with the terms of this
resolution.
Dated at Hilo , Hawai`i, this 4th day of June , 2025 .
INTRODUCED BY:
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COUNCIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAI`I
COUNTY COUNCIL ROLL CALL VOTE
County of Hawai`i AYES NOES ABS EX
Hilo, Hawaii GALIMBA X
HUSTACE X
I hereby certify that the foregoing RESOLUTION was by INABA X
the vote indicated to the right hereof adopted by the COUNCIL of the KAGIWADA X
County of Hawaii on June 4, 2025
KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER X
KIERKIEWICZ X
ATTEST: KIMBALL X
ONISHI X
VILLEGAS X
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Reference: C-308/Council
G9t�1 Y C CHAIRPERSON&PRESIDING OFFICER RESOLUTION NO. 192 25
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Project Information EXHIBIT A
*40.Project Title
2025 Celebration of Life
41.Project Start Date
05/25/2025
42.Project End Date
05/25/2025
*43.Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered,delivered,and Implemented.
South Hilo
*44.Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds.
Council District4
*45.In 2,000 characters or less,describe the project.
The 2025 Celebration of Life marks the 21st anniversary of Hawaii Care Choices'signature community event,dedicated to honoring the lives of loved ones who have
passed.Held on May 25,2025,this powerful gathering brings together over 2,500 residents and visitors from across Hawaii Island to remember,reflect,and heal.
Rooted in the rich cultural traditions of Hawaii,the event features Hawaiian practices such as oh(chant),pule(prayer),mete(song),and hula,along with other cultural
expressions like the Japanese Bon Dance,creating a deeply inclusive and spiritual atmosphere.Participants engage in meaningful remembrance activities such as
lighting floating lanterns,sharing photos and stories,and writing heartfelt messages to their loved ones.Driven by volunteers,community organizations,and in-kind
donations,the Celebration of life is a labor of love and collective healing.Planning is led by a dedicated committee of staff and volunteers,with months of preparation
focused on sponsorship,outreach,and honoring cultural protocols.Through music,dance,ceremony,and community,the 2025 Celebration of Life offers a space where
grief is met with compassion,and memories are cherished in a spirit of aloha.It is more than an event—it is a reminder that love lives on.
*46.501(c)(3)Mission Statement
To improve the lives of those we touch by offering support,guidance and compassionate care of body,mind,and spirit.
*47.In 1,000 characters or less,explain how the 5O1(c)(3)is connected to the project.
Hawaii Care Choices is the creator and lead organizer of the Celebration of Life.As the nonprofit hospice and palliative care provider for East Hawaii,we host this
annual event to honor those who have passed and to support the healing of families and community members experiencing grief.The event aligns with our mission to
provide compassionate care throughout life's final stages and beyond,offering a meaningful space for remembrance,cultural connection,and emotional support.
*48.Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form.
CRF Budget Form 2025 COL.xlsx
Public Purpose of Requested Funds
Per§2-138 of the Hawaii County Code 1983(2016 Edition,as amended),the County may grant an award only if the proposed program or service provides direct public
benefits and fulfills a public purpose within the County.
49.According to§2-136,"public purpose"is defined as a benefit to,improvement of,or promotion of the Interests in the following areas.Please select all the public benefits
to be derived from your County fund request:
Culture and the arts
Educational concerns
Needs of the poor,youth,the aged,those with physical or emotional disabilities
Public health and welfare of the people and the environment
*50.In 2,000 characters or less,describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these funds.
Hawaii Care Choices aims to achieve several measurable outcomes for the 2025 Celebration of Life,ensuring its continued impact and accessibility for our community:
Engage Over 2,500 Participants:Create a welcoming,inclusive space where individuals and families can gather to honor loved ones.Attendance will be tracked through
registration and onsite headcounts.Distribute 1,000+Remembrance Materials:Provide free items such as lanterns,message tags,and memorial cards that help
participants express their grief and commemorate loved ones.Distribution will be monitored through inventory records and volunteer logs.Showcase 5+Cultural and
Community Performances:Feature hula,oli,mere,and Bon Dance performances by local groups to celebrate diverse traditions of remembrance.Performances will be
scheduled,recorded,and acknowledged publicly.Mobilize 75+Volunteers:Recruit,train,and deploy volunteers to support setup,activities,and dean-up.Volunteer
hours and feedback will be documented.Enhance Public Awareness:Through media outreach and social sharing,we aim to reach 10,000+individuals island-wide with
messages of healing,remembrance,and support.Metrics will include social media engagement,radio/TV impressions,and post-event survey responses.The requested
funds will help cover essential costs such as event materials,cultural practitioner honoraria,and logistical expenses to maintain the event's free and Inclusive nature.By
supporting Celebration of Life,you are helping foster community healing and keeping cultural remembrance traditions alive for generations to come.
*51.For the project you are applying for,do you currently have or expect to have a contract/agreement with another department of the County of Hawaii during the current
fiscal year(July 1,2024-June 30,2025)related to this same project?
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