September 1, 2026
Aloha everyone,
🎉 We’re kicking off our September CU4K update with some MAJOR news! A huge mahalo and shoutout to Matanuska Valley Federal Credit Union, who has officially joined us as our Day 1 Presenting Sponsor for the Kapiʻolani Radiothon for Kids!
Their incredible $40,000 commitment in 2026 will count toward our CU4K goal, and even more exciting, MVFCU has committed to this partnership through 2028! We are incredibly grateful for their leadership and support of Kapiʻolani's keiki and families. Read more about our partnership here and see their fantastic Radiothon page here.
A big mahalo to Velera as well, and to everyone who attended and supported last month's Velera Hawaiʻi Thought Leadership Conference, where we collectively raised over $4,800 over the lunchtime hour, topped off by a surprise $5,000 contribution from Velera! Such an inspiring show of support for CU4K!
Campaign Progress: $76,615 of $200,000 | 38%
Aloha everyone,
🎉 We’re kicking off our September CU4K update with some MAJOR news! A huge mahalo and shoutout to Matanuska Valley Federal Credit Union, who has officially joined us as our Day 1 Presenting Sponsor for the Kapiʻolani Radiothon for Kids!
Their incredible $40,000 commitment in 2026 will count toward our CU4K goal, and even more exciting, MVFCU has committed to this partnership through 2028! We are incredibly grateful for their leadership and support of Kapiʻolani's keiki and families. Read more about our partnership here and see their fantastic Radiothon page here.
A big mahalo to Velera as well, and to everyone who attended and supported last month's Velera Hawaiʻi Thought Leadership Conference, where we collectively raised over $4,800 over the lunchtime hour, topped off by a surprise $5,000 contribution from Velera! Such an inspiring show of support for CU4K!
Campaign Progress: $76,615 of $200,000 | 38%
RADIOTHON IS ALMOST HERE:
Our 20th Anniversary Kapiʻolani Radiothon for Kids is September 17–18!
Credit Union Takeover: Friday, September 18 | 5–7 PM
Join us for two hours of volunteering, on-air excitement, and special goodies from Velera, followed by our LIVE final total reveal at 7 PM!
I've sent a calendar invite with more details. Sign up here or let me know if you'd like me to forward the invite!
FUNDRAISING INSPIRATION:
We love seeing how everyone is making CU4K their own - Keep sending your ideas and photos so we can share and inspire each other:
Gather FCU – Benefit Golf Tournament on Sept 12!
Hawaiʻi FCU – Custom clear bags featuring 2026 Champion Seeley's pin artwork!
Lōkahi FCU – NOMS candy and custom-print shopper bag fundraisers
Hawaiian Financial FCU – Upcoming fall and winter campaign
Thank you all for the incredible momentum. We can't wait to see so many of you at Radiothon in just a couple of weeks! 💙
CU4K Resources:
Create Your Fundraising Page HERE
Digital Asset Toolkit HERE (includes Campaign flyer, rollout video, social graphics, templated messaging, presentation, and more)
Have an update to share? Send us your fundraising ideas, photos, or progress so we can highlight your credit union in a future CU4K update!
Our 20th Anniversary Kapiʻolani Radiothon for Kids is September 17–18!
Credit Union Takeover: Friday, September 18 | 5–7 PM
Join us for two hours of volunteering, on-air excitement, and special goodies from Velera, followed by our LIVE final total reveal at 7 PM!
I've sent a calendar invite with more details. Sign up here or let me know if you'd like me to forward the invite!
FUNDRAISING INSPIRATION:
We love seeing how everyone is making CU4K their own - Keep sending your ideas and photos so we can share and inspire each other:
Gather FCU – Benefit Golf Tournament on Sept 12!
Hawaiʻi FCU – Custom clear bags featuring 2026 Champion Seeley's pin artwork!
Lōkahi FCU – NOMS candy and custom-print shopper bag fundraisers
Hawaiian Financial FCU – Upcoming fall and winter campaign
Thank you all for the incredible momentum. We can't wait to see so many of you at Radiothon in just a couple of weeks! 💙
CU4K Resources:
Create Your Fundraising Page HERE
Digital Asset Toolkit HERE (includes Campaign flyer, rollout video, social graphics, templated messaging, presentation, and more)
Have an update to share? Send us your fundraising ideas, photos, or progress so we can highlight your credit union in a future CU4K update!
June 8, 2026
CU4K: Hope Starts Here — Join the Effort to Support Hawaii’s Keiki
Giving back is at the heart of who we are—and CU4K: Hope Starts Here is our opportunity to make a difference together.
Hawaii’s credit unions are uniting to support Kapiolani Children’s Miracle Network and the future Martha B. Smith Cancer & Infusion Center, to raise $200,000 by July 1, 2027—building on more than $1.7 million already raised.
Access free ready-to-use promotional materials here
As we approach HCUL’s 90th Anniversary in 2027, this initiative highlights the power of the credit union movement. Reaching our goal will secure recognition at the new Apheresis Infusion Clinic Nurse Station.
Join us in supporting Hawaii’s children and families—every effort counts.
CU4K: Hope Starts Here — Join the Effort to Support Hawaii’s Keiki
Giving back is at the heart of who we are—and CU4K: Hope Starts Here is our opportunity to make a difference together.
Hawaii’s credit unions are uniting to support Kapiolani Children’s Miracle Network and the future Martha B. Smith Cancer & Infusion Center, to raise $200,000 by July 1, 2027—building on more than $1.7 million already raised.
Access free ready-to-use promotional materials here
As we approach HCUL’s 90th Anniversary in 2027, this initiative highlights the power of the credit union movement. Reaching our goal will secure recognition at the new Apheresis Infusion Clinic Nurse Station.
Join us in supporting Hawaii’s children and families—every effort counts.
Kapiolani Children's Miracle Network Program Director Joe Block and
HCUL President Tim Ashcraft invite you to join us in Hope Starts Here
HCUL President Tim Ashcraft invite you to join us in Hope Starts Here
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May 12, 2026
Credit unions recognized for outstanding Kapi'olani Children's Miracle Network fundraising efforts
Hawaii’s credit unions have long supported Kapi'olani Children’s Miracle Network. On April 24, 2026, at the opening ceremony of the League's annual convention, Kapi'olani Children’s Miracle Network Program Director Joe Block recognized credit unions for outstanding fundraising efforts. The 2026 Champion Child, Seely Borges, presented the awards.
Credit unions recognized for outstanding Kapi'olani Children's Miracle Network fundraising efforts
Hawaii’s credit unions have long supported Kapi'olani Children’s Miracle Network. On April 24, 2026, at the opening ceremony of the League's annual convention, Kapi'olani Children’s Miracle Network Program Director Joe Block recognized credit unions for outstanding fundraising efforts. The 2026 Champion Child, Seely Borges, presented the awards.
March 24, 2026
Aloha Hawaii Credit Unions!
It was such a pleasure spending time with so many of you at our 2026 Kapiʻolani Children’s Miracle Network All-Partner Celebration at the beautiful Sheraton Waikīkī Beach Resort. We truly enjoyed the chance to connect and celebrate the impact you make for our keiki, and we hope you had a great time at the luncheon as well. If you weren’t able to join us this year, we hope you can make it next time. We would love to see you there.
Relive the excitement with our video of the amazing event, and feel free to share it with colleagues who couldn’t attend.
Below, you’ll find links to photos of the celebration (more to come soon!), our 2026 Champion Seeley Borges' video, a calendar of 2026 CMN events and digital resources to help support our cause year-round.
Mahalo for your commitment to providing the very best care to our keiki. We can’t wait to see the miracles you’ll help create this year!
Joseph Block, Kapiolani Children's Miracle Network Program Director
All-Partner Celebration Photos (More to come!)
Hawai’i’s 2026 CMN Champion – Seeley Borges
2025 Year in Review Podcast Featuring Aurelia and Rachel Awa
Let us know your thoughts about the event: Click here to respond
Helpful Tools for Our Partners:
Sincerely,
Joseph Block,
Program Director, Kapi'olani Children's Miracle Network
808-535-7112 | [email protected]
Aloha Hawaii Credit Unions!
It was such a pleasure spending time with so many of you at our 2026 Kapiʻolani Children’s Miracle Network All-Partner Celebration at the beautiful Sheraton Waikīkī Beach Resort. We truly enjoyed the chance to connect and celebrate the impact you make for our keiki, and we hope you had a great time at the luncheon as well. If you weren’t able to join us this year, we hope you can make it next time. We would love to see you there.
Relive the excitement with our video of the amazing event, and feel free to share it with colleagues who couldn’t attend.
Below, you’ll find links to photos of the celebration (more to come soon!), our 2026 Champion Seeley Borges' video, a calendar of 2026 CMN events and digital resources to help support our cause year-round.
Mahalo for your commitment to providing the very best care to our keiki. We can’t wait to see the miracles you’ll help create this year!
Joseph Block, Kapiolani Children's Miracle Network Program Director
All-Partner Celebration Photos (More to come!)
Hawai’i’s 2026 CMN Champion – Seeley Borges
2025 Year in Review Podcast Featuring Aurelia and Rachel Awa
Let us know your thoughts about the event: Click here to respond
Helpful Tools for Our Partners:
- Kapi‘olani CMN Digital Resources
- NEW Online Supply Order Form
- 2026 Partner Campaigns & Event Calendar
- Preorder Forms for Diamond Bakery Fundraising Cookies Ft. Seeley Borges. (Due by April 10, 2026
Sincerely,
Joseph Block,
Program Director, Kapi'olani Children's Miracle Network
808-535-7112 | [email protected]
Since 1998, Hawaii’s Credit Unions for Kids have supported Kapi'olani Children’s Miracle Network, raising over $1.6 million to benefit Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women and Children. Let's continue our fundraising efforts as we dive into 2026 with renewed enthusiasm and commitment to help our island keiki!
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Joseph Block
Program Director, Kapi`olani Children's Miracle Network [email protected] Office: 808-535-7981 I Cell: 808-729-4117 |
Kayley Coloma
Coordinator, Kapiolani Children's Miracle Network [email protected] Office: 808-535-7981 I Cell: 808-218-3346 |