Spook-tacular Blood Drive Success: Locations Foundation Saves 93 Lives
It was a ghoulishly good time at the Locations Foundation’s annual blood drive on October 31, 2023, held at our Diamond Head office. This year, our dedicated agents and staff donned their capes and donated a staggering 31 pints of blood to the Hawaii Blood Bank, proving that giving back can be as thrilling as a Halloween scare. Even better, these donations have the potential to save 93 lives – now that’s a reason to celebrate!
The Halloween-themed atmosphere made the blood drive all the more festive. With cobwebs and skeletons decorating the office, and volunteers dressed in their most creative costumes, the spirit of giving was alive and well. It’s incredible to see how a fun and spooky theme can add a unique twist to an otherwise vital event.
Locations Partner and Foundation Board Member Cari Tanabe headed up the event again this year. “The willingness of our agents and employees to roll up their sleeves and give the gift of life meant the world to our 2023 Locations Foundation Blood Drive and, most important, to the 93 people whose lives our volunteers helped to save. Their generosity transformed Halloween into a day of hope and healing. These Locations agents and employees were the real superheroes this Halloween–no costumes required!”
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There is a crucial need for blood donations in Hawaii. Shockingly, only two percent of people donate blood. It’s a statistic that highlights the urgent need for more individuals to step forward and contribute to this life-saving cause. As they say, “Every drop counts!” If you’re feeling inspired by the Locations Foundation’s dedication to this noble cause and are interested in making a difference, consider donating blood yourself.
You can find more information about donating blood and locate donation centers near you by visiting the Blood Bank of Hawaii website. In the spirit of Halloween and the Locations Foundation’s inspiring example, let’s work together to raise that two percent and ensure that every life in our community is protected. After all, there’s no better treat than knowing you’ve helped save a life – a true Halloween miracle!
101 Wishes Granted: Locations Foundation Helps to Ensure a Merry Christmas for Keiki in Need
This holiday season, the Locations Foundation had the honor of partnering with The Salvation Army, Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Division, to bring joy to children in need. Thanks to the generosity of our volunteers, we fulfilled the wishes of 101 children from The Salvation Army's Angel Tree program.
Locations Foundation Spreads Holiday Cheer to Keiki in Foster Care
Our Locations Foundation volunteers pitched in to spread cheer and create special memories for local children involved in foster care at the 26th annual Family Programs Hawaii holiday party. On Sunday, December 8, 2024, more than 1,200 volunteers from various companies and organizations came together at the Neal Blaisdell Center in Honolulu to create holiday magic for 900 keiki in Oahu's foster care system. The event featured festive decorations, favorite characters, gift-wrapped presents, activities and games, holiday music and delicious foods.
Surf’s Up: Locations Foundation and Surfers Healing Team Up to Support Children with Autism
On a sunny Saturday in November 2024, our Locations Foundation volunteers partnered with the nonprofit organization Surfers Healing in Waikiki to create a morning of fun in the surf for children with autism spectrum disorder and their families. This annual event brought together surf instructors, volunteers and families to experience the therapeutic and transformative power of the ocean.
Locations Foundation Blood Drive 2024: A Life-Saving Success!
This Halloween, the Locations Foundation proudly hosted its annual blood drive in partnership with the Blood Bank of Hawaii. Dressed in Halloween costumes and united by a spirit of giving, Locations agents and employees turned out to donate blood and to help save lives across Hawaii.