Hawaii Geographic Info

The American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaii (ACLU) focuses on protecting civil rights and civil liberties within the state, particularly for marginalized communities. Through various campaigns, legal advocacy, and collaborations, the ACLU addresses issues such as homelessness, education justice, immigration rights, and gender equity. Recently, the ACLU has been involved in a significant class action lawsuit, Martin v. City and County of Honolulu, aimed at addressing the unlawful disposal of property belonging to individuals experiencing homelessness during municipal sweeps. The settlement resulting from this case seeks to enforce better respect for civil rights and provides mechanisms for those affected to file claims for compensation. Generated from the website

Founded in 1986, the Public Schools of Hawaii Foundation is a community-based nonprofit corporation that raises funds for the students of public schools in Hawaii. Since its inception, the corporation has granted more than $2,000,000 to teachers and schools for innovative instructional ideas that improve student learning. It provides travel grants for students to compete at national conferences and perform at invitational conferences. The Public Schools of Hawaii Foundation organizes a fundraising activity every year by the name, Kulia I Ka Nu'u Annual Banquet, in which it honors public school graduates and teachers. The Public Schools of Hawaii Foundation is located in Honolulu.