Partnerships are vital to creating a thriving community. We invite our partners to engage with us in meaningful ways, whether through collaboration, contributions, donations, or volunteering. Together, we can make a significant impact and drive positive change. Here are a few key ways you can get involved:
The Pāhoa Promise Partnership is working to track progress toward community-defined outcomes as outlined in the Pāhoa Promise. It also strives to increase awareness and knowledge of the number of early childhood education and learning program seats and their availability. Over the next year (2025), the Partnership will be identifying specific targets to track impact, further strengthening its ability to measure progress.
Prioritized Indicators
Data
Target
Trend
Well-Child Visits - Number of keiki ages 0-5 who had well-child visits in the past 12 months
TBD
TBD
Well-Child Visits - Share of keiki ages 0-5 overdue for their well-child visits.
365
Calculation of keiki 0-5 in zip overdue for well child visit over # of keiki 0-5 in HICHC EMR. Sept 2024.
Note: 95.1% received well-child visit in last 12 months according to the November 2023 Pāhoa Promise survey
TBD
Developmental Screenings - Percentage of keiki ages 0-5 who have received a developmental screening in the past 12 months.
TBD
TBD
Safe Neighborhoods - Percentage of keiki ages 0-5 whose parent reported they lived in a safe neighborhood.
TBD
TBD
Economic Security - Percentage of families who had problems paying for basic living expenses (housing, food, clothing) daily.
8.7%
Data from Pāhoa Neighborhood Survey Oct 2023
TBD
Early Learning Access - Percentage of keiki ages 0-5 below poverty who are enrolled in early childhood education (EOEL, HS, EHS).
31.3%
We took the number of children enrolled in EOEL, Early Head Start and Head Start (126) as these are income qualifying programs and divided that by the number of keiki under 5 who are below poverty in the 6 census tracts (402). Data for this age group is not publicly available; will work on gathering community level data through partners in year 3.
TBD
Kindergarten Readiness - Percentage of kindergarten students who demonstrate language & literacy proficiency on the kindergarten entry assessment.
Well-child visits. Share of keiki ages 0-5 overdue for their well-child visits.
36%
Calculation of keiki 0-5 in zip overdue for well child visit over # of keiki 0-5 in HICHC EMR. Sept 2024. Note: 95.1% received well-child visit in last 12 months according to the November 2023 Pāhoa Promise survey
Developmental screenings. The percentage of keiki ages 0-5 who have received a developmental screening in the past 12 months.
TBD
Data for this age group is not publicly available; will work on gathering community level data through partners in year 3.
Babies born on time and healthy. The percent of keiki born preterm (data provided is Hawaiʻi county).
11.1%
2022-2022. County Level
Well-child visits percent of keiki ages 0-5 who had a well-child visit in the past 12 months.
75.1%
Calculation of keiki 0-5 in zip code 96778 in HICHC EMR. Sept 2024. NOTE: Pāhoa Promise Survey from 11/2023 reported 95.1% of keiki 0-5 had a well-child visit in last 12 months
Well-child visits number of keiki overdue with their well-child visits.
77
Calculation of keiki 0-5 in zip code 96778 overdue for well child visit over # of keiki 0-5 in HICHC EMR. Sept 2024
Dental care. The percent of keiki ages 0-5 who have seen a dentist in the past 12 months.
84.4%
Pāhoa Neighborhood Survey Oct 2023
Developmental screenings. The percent of keiki 9-35 months who have received a developmental screening in the past 12mo
27.4%
State estimate for children ages 9 to 35 months National Survey on Children’s Health
Early Intervention service access, infants and toddlers. The percent of keiki ages 0-2 receiving IDEA Part C Early Intervention Services (IDEA EIS).
6.9%
State of Babies Yearbook 2023 – https://stateofbabies.org/state/hawaii/
Home visiting, households enrolled. The number of households enrolled in evidence-based home visiting programs.
488
Hawaiʻi Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program FY2023 report
Keiki Are Safe Report
Safe neighborhoods. The percentage of keiki ages 0-5 whose parent reported they lived in a safe neighborhood.
TBD
Data for this age group is not publicly available; will work on gathering community level data through partners in year 3
Economic security. The percentage of families who had problems paying for basic living expenses (housing, food, clothing) daily.
8.7%
Pāhoa Neighborhood Survey Oct 2023
Keiki poverty. The number of keiki under 5 living below poverty
402
2022, census.gov. All data compiled from 6 census tracts: Kilauea Pahoa (211.07), Kalapana Kapoho (211.01, Pahoa Makai (211.08), Orchidland Ainaloa (210.03), HPP Makuʻu (210.15), HPP Kaloli (210.14). Note numbers do not include margin of error
Reading together, caregiver. The percent of keiki ages 0-5 whose caregiver read to them nearly every day.
58.3%
Pāhoa Neighborhood Survey Oct 2023
Safe neighborhoods. The percentage of keiki ages 0-5 whose parent reported they lived in a safe neighborhood.
TBD
Data for this age group is not publicly available; will work on gathering community level data through partners in year 3
Problems paying bills. The percentage of families who had problems paying for basic living expenses daily.
8.7%
Pāhoa Neighborhood Survey Oct 2023
Homeless students. The number of keiki ages 0-5 students receiving services through McKinney-Vento.
1
HIDOE, unofficial numbers for SY24-25 for Pāhoa; 13 total keiki ages 0-5 for Kāʻū Keaʻau Pāhoa complex area
Keiki Are Thriving Report
Early learning access. The percentage of keiki ages 0-5 below poverty who are enrolled in early childhood education (EOEL, HS, EHS)
31.3%
We took the number of children enrolled in EOEL, Early Head Start and Head Start (126) as these are income qualifying programs and divided that by the number of keiki under 5 who are below poverty in the 6 census tracts (402). Data for this age group is not publicly available; will work on gathering community level data through partners in year 3.
Kindergarten readiness. The percentage of kindergarten students who demonstrate language & literacy proficiency on the kindergarten entry assessment
Child care subsidies, infant and toddler. The percentage of low- and moderate- income keiki ages 0-2 who received CC subsidies.
TBD
Data for this age group is not publicly available; will work on gathering community level data through partners in year 3.
Early learning access. The percentage of keiki ages 0-5 below poverty who are enrolled in early childhood education (EOEL, HS, EHS)of keiki ages 0-5 below poverty who are enrolled in early childhood education (EOEL, HS, EHS).
31.3%
We took the number of children enrolled in EOEL, Early Head Start and Head Start (126) as these are income qualifying programs and divided that by the number of keiki under 5 who are below poverty in the 6 census tracts (402). Data for this age group is not publicly available; will work on gathering community level data through partners in year 3.
Early learning access. The percentage of keiki ages 0-2 enrolled in registered child care, early learning programs
2.8%
We took the 2022 number of children enrolled in nursery school and divided it by the total number of keiki ages 0-2 across the 6 census tracts: Kilauea Pahoa (211.07), Kalapana Kapoho (211.01, Pahoa Makai (211.08), Orchidland Ainaloa (210.03), HPP Makuʻu (210.15), HPP Kaloli (210.14). Note numbers do not include margin of error.
Early learning access. The percentage of all Pāhoa keiki ages 3 and 4 not enrolled in early childhood education programs.
64%
Census data reports 195 3&4 year olds in preschool, or 34% of total population.
Positive social-emotional skills in special needs preschool. % preschool keiki with individualized education programs (IEPs) who demonstrate improved social-emotional skills by the time they turn 6 years old or exit the program
TBD
Data for this age group is not publicly available; will work on gathering community level data through partners in year 3.
Kindergarten readiness. The percentage of kindergarten students who demonstrate language & literacy proficiency on the kindergarten entry assessment.
21.2%
No additional information.
Collaborate
We believe that the best solutions come from open dialogue and collaboration. One of the most effective ways to partner with our community is by participating in our regular meetings. These gatherings provide a unique opportunity to connect, share ideas, and work together towards common goals.
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Request Donatations In Kind
We believe that true collaboration happens when everyone in the community has the chance to contribute and receive support. If your organization is in need of specific goods, services, or resources to better serve our keiki and communities, you’re in the right place. We invite our trusted partners to share their needs with us so that others can step up and offer their help. By sharing your needs, you’re opening up opportunities for businesses, individuals, and community members to support your important work
How It Works
Submit Your Needs: Whether your organization needs donations of goods, services, or other resources, you can submit your request here. Fill out the form below to let us know what you’re looking for and how it will help you better serve the community.
We Review & Post: Once your submission is reviewed, we’ll post it on our “Get Involved” page, where businesses, individuals, and other organizations can see how they can support your work.
Receive Support: Community members and partners will be able to reach out to provide the goods or services you requested. We’ll help coordinate logistics to ensure that your organization receives the support it needs.
What Can You Request?
Partners can request a wide variety of items, including but not limited to:
Basic Needs: Food, clothing, hygiene products, and other essentials.
Services: Professional services such as healthcare, education, transportation, or even marketing support.
Equipment: Tools, technology, office supplies, or other physical resources to help your operations run smoothly.
Request Volunteers
We know that building a strong, supportive community requires the time and effort of many hands. That’s why we’re asking our partners to share ways the Pāhoa community can get involved and make a difference through volunteer work. Whether it’s organizing a community event, assisting with programs, or providing hands-on support for families in need, every opportunity brings us closer to a healthier, safer, and thriving community.
Mentorship & Tutoring: Help children and teens with academic support or life skills.
Community Events: Assist with the planning, organizing, or running of local events that bring the community together.
Environmental Projects: Join efforts to clean up parks, beaches, or other shared spaces in Pāhoa.
Support Services: Offer assistance with meal programs, clothing drives, or distribution of essential resources.
