Viewpoint/Op Ed by Debbie Cabebe, CEO of Maui Economic Opportunity: There’s a push by a group of nonprofits for government entities to include adequate funding for administration of grants. Often, government agencies expect 100% of funds allocated to go to clients – but there are also costs for nonprofits to administer programs, including staff and infrastructure.
In our society, the nonprofit sector quietly but resolutely addresses systemic issues affecting our communities. It supports individuals and families ensnared i
While public attention is rightly focused on the needs of our state’s displaced Lahaina residents, a troubling funding situation is unfolding that impacts the very heart of Hawaii’s myriad public services.