SENATOR LORRAINE R. INOUYE ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF FUNDS FOR GOODWILL HILO CAMPUS IMPROVEMENTS

HILO, HAWAIʻI - State Senator Lorraine R. Inouye (District 1 – Hilo, Paukaʻa, Papaikou, Pepeʻekeo) today announced that Governor Josh Green has released $500,000 in general obligation bond funds for a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Grant-in-Aid (GIA) project supporting improvements to Goodwill Industries of Hawaiʻi’s Hilo campus.

The funding will support construction and refurbishment efforts for Goodwill’s newly acquired Hilo campus to bring the facility up to code and expand its operational capacity to better serve the East Hawaiʻi community.

Mahalo Governor Green for recognizing the importance of investing in organizations that directly support Hawaiʻi’s families and workforce,” said Senator Inouye. “Goodwill Industries of Hawaiʻi provides valuable job training, educational opportunities, and community services that help empower individuals across East Hawaiʻi. These improvements will strengthen their ability to expand programs and continue making a positive impact in our community.”

The project qualifies as a grant pursuant to Chapter 42F, Hawaiʻi Revised Statutes, and reflects the state’s continued commitment to supporting nonprofit organizations that provide meaningful community services and resources throughout Hawaiʻi.

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