The URL can be used to link to this page

Home My WebLink AboutRES 479 Draft 01 2024-2026„ZY as„ COUNTY OF HAWAI`I STATE OF HAWAII '".. of M�"� RESOLUTION NO. 479 2G 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 THE ZONTA CLUB OF HILO FOUNDATION FOR ITS "HANDS ARE NOT FOR HITTING, HANDS ARE FOR HELPING” NONVIOLENT EDUCATION AND BOOK PROJECT. WHEREAS, the Zonta Club of Hilo Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower women and girls through public service and advocacy; and WHEREAS, the Zonta Club of Hilo Foundation is requesting funds for expenses relating to the purchase of "Hands Are Not for Hitting, Hands Are for Helping" preschool -level books, which will serve a public purpose by benefiting, improving, or promoting the interests of education and the needs of the poor, youth, the aged, and those with physical or emotional disabilities; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I that, in accordance with section 2-139(a)(2)(C) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2016 Edition, as amended), Contingency Relief funds from Council District 1 are hereby transferred to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney to provide a grant to the Zonta Club of Hilo Foundation 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: $2,500 OUT AND FROM: 1010-11-10191 Clerk -Council SVC — Contingency Relief $2,500 .�77�7ilY�llt1]IC�� 1010-21-27102 Office of the Prosecuting Attorney $2,500 Prosecuting Atty OCE 530115 Misc. Contract Services (Zonta Club of Hilo Foundation — "Hands Are Not for Hitting, Hands Are for Helping" Nonviolent Education and Book Project) BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the County Clerk shall transmit a copy of this resolution to the Prosecuting Attorney 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 I Hawai'l, this 4th day of March , 20 26 . COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawaii Hilo, Hawaii I hereby certify that the foregoing RESOLUTION was by the vote indicated to the right hereof adopted by the COUNCIL of the County of awai'i on — March 4, 2026 ATTEST: 'eMJNCIL ME , COUNTY OF HAWAI'l .AIRPERSON & PRESIDING OFFICER ROLL CALL VOTE AYES NOES ABS EX GALIMBA x HUSTACE x INABA x KAGIWADA x KANEALI'l-KLEINFELDER x KIERKIEWICZ x KIMBALL x ONISHI x VILLEGAS X 8 0 1 0 Reference: C- 753/Counci l RESOLUTION NO. .1 9 2 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 Per §2-138 of the HawaPi 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. 52. 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: Educational concerns Needs of the poor, youth, the aged, those with physical or emotional disabilities 53. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these funds. With these funds, 355 books will be ordered, including 65 "Words Are Not for Hurting," 65 "Hands Are Not for Hitting," 65 "Worries Are Not Forever," 40 "Calm -Down Time," 30 "Voices Are Not for Yelling," 30 "Teeth Are Not for Biting," 30 "Feet Are Not for Kicking," and 30 "Gentle Hands and Other Sing -Along Songs for Social -Emotional Learning." At least five youth locations will host readings, reaching at least 150 preschool -age children. All 355 books will be distributed in various sets to preschools and youth -affiliated organizations; for example, six sets of three books will be provided to Friends of First Responders for an upcoming keiki retreat with first responder parents. Jackie Pualani Johnson will also train additional adult and teenage community members, including Hilo High School Key Club members, to serve as readers and help extend the project's impact. Contingency Relief Fund Budget Form Organization Name: Zonta Club of Hilo Foundation Project Name: "Hands Are Not for Hitting, Hands Are for Helping" Nonviolent Education and Book Project Other Cash Expense Description CRF Grant Total Expense Expense Justification Sources Purchase books, including "Words Are Not for Hurting," "Hands Are Not for Hitting," "Worries Are Not Forever," "Calm -Down Time," "Voices Are Not for Yelling," "Teeth Are Not for Biting," "Feet Are Not for Kicking," and "Gentle Hands Books $ 2,500.00 $ 740.00 $ 3,240.00 and Other Sing -Along Songs for Social - Emotional Learning," to provide preschool children with social -emotional learning tools that promote nonviolence, literacy, and positive behavior, directly benefiting youth in the community. Provide materials for reading sessions to $ $ 100.00 $ 100.00 enhance engagement and support educational Supplies to Assist with Readings - activities, promoting early learning and skill development among preschoolers. Admin/ $ Overhead $ Expenses - $ Max. 10% of request: $ EXPENSES TOTAL $ 2,500.00 $ 840.001 $ 3,340.00