Family homelessness is often referred to as an “invisible crisis.” The parents and children experiencing it are less likely to be seen on the streets than chronically homeless individuals or homeless veterans. Parents most often attempt to stay hidden from sight due to fear and shame. They can be found living in their cars, staying week-to-week in unsafe short-term rentals, or doubled up temporarily with friends or family. But, although not visible, they are the faces of a crisis. Simply put, we have a severe shortage of affordable housing in Hawaii, exacerbated by rising rents and stagnant wages. Low-income families have little or no margin of error, and one misstep can lead to homelessness. Unfortunately, almost 40% of Hawaiʻi’s homeless population are children and their families who have fallen into homelessness because the cost of living is higher than what they are earning.

Do you have kids? Call (808) 466-4241 to learn more about our services and see if you qualify.

Families are empowered to achieve permanent housing. Family Promise staff and volunteers assist in many ways, including helping families address impediments like past evictions, creating relationships with local landlords, and identifying various housing options. Because of this intensive and community-based approach, families have a high percentage of success. 80% of families we serve move into permanent housing. Of the families who have secured housing, 95% remain stably housed.

The largest percentage of funding comes from individual donors and private foundations who have developed a strong relationship with us because of our impact. We also receive government funding as well as funding from corporate partners. We rely on diversified funding streams to operate our programming.

Unfortunately, our currently capacity does not meet the need of the community. Every day we are forced to turn away families who are in need of services because we simply do not have enough space. We are always looking at ways to expand so we can increase our capacity so that one day there will be enough resources in our community to help all families who are experiencing a housing crisis.

Donations allow us to fulfill our mission. An investment in Family Promise of Hawaiʻi is an investment in the lives of children who are in need of stable housing. Please visit our "Donate" page to give today! We also accept in-kind donations of items from our Wish List.

Due to limited storage and staff capacity, we are unable to accept any furniture or items that are not listed on our Wish List at this time.