The season of giving naturally encourages reflection. Many of us take a moment to be thankful for what we have—our homes, our families, and our sense of security—and to think about how we might be kind to people outside our own groups. Even if the air is full of kindness, tragic things are happening quietly…

As the holidays draw near, it’s easy to be swept away by the allure of holiday sales and the frenzy of gift shopping. But what if this year, we shifted our focus from material pursuits to something far more meaningful? What if we chose to invest in hope, compassion, and the future of Hawaii’s children?…