HI HOPES Initiative

HI HOPES Initiative The HI H.O.P.E.S. Initiative helps young people — primarily those between ages 14 and 26 — make successful transitions from foster care to adulthood.

Initiative engages Youth Voice and Community Collaboration to improve the Child Welfare System in Hawai’i and improve the well-being of youth and young adults impacted by foster care. HI H.O.P.E.S stands “Hawai'i Helping Our People Envision Success”. HI H.O.P.E.S. works with public and private partners to improve policies and practices, promote youth engagement, apply evaluation and research, and

create community partners. creates opportunities for young people to achieve positive outcomes in permanence, education, employment, housing, health, financial capability, and social capital. Youth Leadership Boards provides the youth voice for HI H.O.P.E.S. Initiative and Department of Human Services-Child Welfare Services (DHS-CWS). Youth Leadership Boards are comprised of current and former foster youth between the ages of 14 and 26 and is a statewide initiative with board on O’ahu, Kaua’i, Maui, West and East Hawaii. The role of the youth leadership boards are to educate others on the needs of transitioning foster youth, collaborate with community partners and advocate for improved outcomes.

As recovery continues. Together, we rebuild, and heal. Hawai’i will heal together. If you are in need of resources, visi...
08/20/2026

As recovery continues. Together, we rebuild, and heal. Hawai’i will heal together.

If you are in need of resources,
visit this linktree:

https://linktr.ee/lalahawaii

🌱 Get to know the members behind HI H.O.P.E.S.! 🌺Every board member brings their own story, experiences, and reasons for...
08/13/2026

🌱 Get to know the members behind HI H.O.P.E.S.! 🌺

Every board member brings their own story, experiences, and reasons for showing up and those stories have the power to inspire change.

Their story is a reminder that our experiences don’t have to define us. We can use what we’ve been through to grow, advocate, uplift others, and create positive change. 🌱

Swipe through to get to know their story and hear what inspired them to become part of the HI H.O.P.E.S. Initiative! ✨

Applying for college can feel hard, but you don’t have to do it all at once!Swipe through for simple steps to help you g...
08/11/2026

Applying for college can feel hard, but you don’t have to do it all at once!
Swipe through for simple steps to help you get started! 🤙🏽
 
You can do this! Take it one step at a time. 💚
 

08/05/2026

If you’re a current or former foster youth, our HI H.O.P.E.S Match program can help you learn about money, save for your future, and reach your goals.
 
Think you might be interested? 
Visit hihopes.org and fill out the referral form to see if you’re eligible!
 

Behind every advocate is a story of courage, growth, and hope.Our Board Presidents are former and current foster youth w...
07/30/2026

Behind every advocate is a story of courage, growth, and hope.
Our Board Presidents are former and current foster youth who are turning their lived experiences into leadership—ensuring the voices of youth in care are heard across Hawaiʻi.

Swipe to hear one leader’s journey and discover what hope means to them. 💚🌺

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07/28/2026

Need help building your resume? We’ve got you! 💻📄 Follow these easy steps and get one step closer to your next opportunity. 🌺

Take a moment to pause and check in with yourself. ✨ A walk outside, writing down your thoughts, or practicing deep brea...
07/21/2026

Take a moment to pause and check in with yourself. ✨ A walk outside, writing down your thoughts, or practicing deep breathing can help you reset and recharge. Swipe for a few healthy ways to manage stress.
 

Their experience in care taught them an important lesson: ask for help and speak up. Now, they give back by helping othe...
07/15/2026

Their experience in care taught them an important lesson: ask for help and speak up. Now, they give back by helping others find their voice. 💚
 

07/14/2026

Needing some support with interviews? You are your best advocate. No one can tell your story better than you can. Walk into that interview with confidence, speak about your strengths, and advocate for yourself—you deserve the opportunity you’re working toward!

💙 Life can be hard sometimes, and it’s okay to ask for help.Please remember that you are never alone. There are people w...
07/08/2026

💙 Life can be hard sometimes, and it’s okay to ask for help.

Please remember that you are never alone. There are people who care about you and want to help you through tough times.

If life feels too heavy, reach out to someone you trust or use one of the resources in this post. Asking for help is a sign of strength.

At HI H.O.P.E.S., we want every young person to know this:

🌿 You matter.
🤝 You belong.
💚 You are never alone.

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Address

1130 N Nimitz Highway Suite C-230
Honolulu, HI
96817

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18087487052

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