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(SNAP Replacement Benefits) The Hawaii Department of Human Services (DHS) is reminding Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) households impacted by the severe weather event from April 9-12, 2026, that the deadline to request replacement benefits is April 29, 2026. Replacement benefits are available to eligible households that lost food purchased with SNAP benefits due to storm-related household misfortune, including power outages. The amount of replacement benefits is based on the value of food lost, not to exceed the household’s monthly SNAP allotment. Requests will be considered for replacement of April 2026 SNAP benefits. The April 29, 2026, deadline applies to SNAP households statewide in the City and County of Honolulu and the counties of Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai. Requests can be made verbally or in writing. You can drop off, or email, the APPLICATION FOR REPLACEMENT OF FOOD or a written statement to any Department of Human Services SNAP Processing Center. A written statement should include the following information: Person’s name, person’s phone number, person’s email, case number if known, specific dollar amount of food lost due to the storm/power outage, the specific date of food loss, and a description of what occurred and when. For more information and to view the sample written statement, visit the website, https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/snap-replacement-benefit-deadline-is-april-29-for-households-impacted-by-april-severe-weather/.

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Hawaii Foodbank Oahu provides emergency food distribution and normal food pantry operations at several locations: North Shore Pantries 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm By appointment, Call (808) 638-9627 to schedule, Private Sector Hawaii - Haleiwa Windward Distributions Kahuku Village Association, 56-576 Kamehameha Highway, Kahuku, HI 96731 Windward Pantries Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Key Project, 47-200 Waihee Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744 Monday-Friday By appointment, Call (808) 620-2537 or schedule online at https://www.givinghopehawaii.org/food-assistance, Giving Hope Hawaii, 46-158 Kahuhipa Street, Kaneohe, HI 96744, Tuesday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Call (808) 235-1408, The Salvation Army Kaneohe, 45-175 Waikalua Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744 Wednesday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Call (808) 239-9269, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 48-422 Kamehameha Highway, Kaneohe, HI 96744 Saturday 8:00 am - 10:00 am, Call (808) 247-4565, St. Mark Lutheran Church, 45-725 Kamehameha Highway, Kaneohe, HI 96744 Sunday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, First Assembly of God Windward, 47-323 Ahuimanu Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744 Leeward Distributions Tuesday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Register online at https://www.wcchc.com/FD/Events, Elepaio Social Services - Waianae Boat Harbor, 85-491 Farrington Highway, Waianae, HI 96792 Leeward Pantries Wednesday 7:00 am - 9:00 am, Call (808) 668-1588, Paradise Chapel, 87-125 Maipalaoa Road, Waianae, HI 96792 Wednesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Call (808) 696-4374, Waianae Baptist Church, 85-131 Ala Hema Street, Waianae, HI 96792 Central Oahu Pantries Sunday 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm, Call (808) 836-2300, First Assembly of God, Wahiawa, 300 Wilikina Drive, Wahiawa, HI 96786 Tuesday, Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Call (808) 622-6650, New Life Body of Christ Christian Church, 74 South Kamehameha Highway, Wahiawa, HI 96786 Thursday, Friday, Saturday 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Surfing the Nations, 64 Ohai Street, Wahiawa, HI 96786 Thursday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Sign in, 12:30 pm Distribution, Surfing the Nations - Walk Up, 64 Ohai Street, Wahiawa, HI 96786 Visit the website for more information and changes.

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(County of Maui Information about COVID-19) Find information about current economic events on Maui at the website. This includes information on the Maui Wildfire August 2023 and COVID-19. County of Maui latest updates and information about COVID-19. COVID-19 Vaccine Information and Clinics: https://www.mauinuistrong.info/vaccination-locations www.mauicounty.gov/2370/COVID-19-Coronav Statewide Emergency Management Agencies: http://dod.hawaii.gov/hiema/get-ready/ To report an individual who is violating self-quarantine, contact local law enforcement on their non-emergency lines: -City and County of Honolulu/Oahu: Call 9-1-1 and ask for the non-emergency line -Maui County: Email [email protected] -Hawaii County: Call (808) 935-3311 -Kauai: File report online at www.kauai.gov/KPD-Online-Reporting COVID-19 Vaccine Information and Clinics: https://www.mauinuistrong.info/vaccination-locations www.mauicounty.gov/2370/COVID-19-Coronav Statewide Emergency Management Agencies: http://dod.hawaii.gov/hiema/get-ready/ To report an individual who is violating self-quarantine, contact local law enforcement on their non-emergency lines: -City and County of Honolulu/Oahu: Call 9-1-1 and ask for the non-emergency line -Maui County: Email [email protected] -Hawaii County: Call (808) 935-3311 -Kauai: File report online at www.kauai.gov/KPD-Online-Reporting

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The Hawaii Department of Human Services (DHS) has received federal approval for a temporary waiver allowing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) households to purchase hot foods using their benefits at authorized retailers statewide, from April 17 through May 16, 2026. The waiver, approved April 17 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), provides critical flexibility for households impacted by the March 2026 Kona Low weather events, which caused widespread flooding, power outages and damage to homes across the state. Under normal circumstances, SNAP benefits cannot be used to purchase hot or prepared foods. This temporary waiver allows eligible households to buy hot meals, helping those who may be unable to cook or safely store food due to ongoing impacts from the disaster. FNS approved the waiver statewide in recognition of the severity and widespread effects of the Kona Low weather systems, which resulted in displacement and ongoing challenges for affected households. “Authorized SNAP retailers across Hawaiʻi have been notified of the waiver and may begin accepting SNAP benefits for eligible hot food purchases during the approved period,” said DHS Deputy Director Joseph Campos. “Retailers will require 24 to 48 hours from April 17 to make necessary updates to their point-of-sale systems to support hot food purchases.” The waiver is authorized under Section 412 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and Section 5(h)(1) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. DHS may request an extension of the waiver if conditions warrant additional relief. For more information about SNAP benefits and disaster-related assistance, visit the DHS website or contact your nearest DHS Processing Center. Additional Website: https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/snap-hot-food-purchase-waiver-approved-statewide-through-may-16/

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Elepaio Social Services provides emergency food distribution at the Waianae Boat Harbor, 85-491 Farrington Highway, Waianae, HI 96792. Tueday, March 31, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Tueday, April 7, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Tueday, April 14, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Tueday, April 21, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Tueday, April 28, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Visit the website link to register: https://www.wcchc.com/FD/Events. March 31, 2026 registration is open now. Registration for April distributions opens each Wednesday at 8:00 am the week before.

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The Salvation Army Lihue Corps provides a place and opportunity for religious expression by those who choose the Salvation Army. Provides character building programs for all ages. Assistance is provided to those who are in need of food and clothing. Provides hospital visits, care home visit, and shut-in visitation to the institutionalized. Mobile showers are available every Tuesday from 9:30 am - 1:00 pm. Back to school supplies program is available mid-July. Holiday programs available as well. Worship services Sunday 10:30 am - 12:15 pm.

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(MEMA, Tropical Storm Calvin, December 2021 Storm, Kona Low Storm, March 2021 Flood) Disseminates emergency public information and instructions. Coordinates disaster response and assistance. Provides public education concerning emergency management, natural and technological hazards and emergency preparedness. Be informed and receive alerts about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for our Emergency Alert Program. This system enables us to provide you with critical information quickly for a variety of emergency situations. Click on link for details about MEMA Alerts: https://www.mauicounty.gov/983/MEMA-Alerts

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(American Red Cross of Hawaii) Provides immediate emergency assistance to victims of disasters, including food, shelter, clothing, crisis counseling and other services. Offers classes in CPR, first-aid, aquatics training. For military personnel, provides emergency communication services, counseling and referral services. Provides international tracing service. To seek volunteer opportunities, please go to www.redcross.org/hawaii and click on the Volunteer tab to sign up online.

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