At a celebration Nov. 6, the foundation presented checks to Habilitat, Fur-Angel Foundation and the University of Hawai‘i Foundation.
Habilitat received $50,000 to fund the rebuilding of its Knowledge Center, which houses the administrative services that support its programs to help overcome addiction, incarceration and homelessness.
Fur-Angel received $10,000 to aid in its mission to educate the public on animal welfare and to fund dog visits to children facing health challenges.
“A $10,000 grant means more than just funding; it’s an opportunity to bring the healing power of rescue dogs to terminally ill children,” said Tiffany Kim, president of the Fur-Angel Foundation in a press release. “This allows us to create moments of joy, comfort and companionship in ways that bring healing to both through the deep connection between humans and dogs.”
The University of Hawai‘i Foundation received a grant of $50,000 to educate students about sustainable farming practices and assist agribusinesses in feeding the community, via the university’s GoFarm Hawai‘i program.
“We are deeply grateful to The Rosendin Foundation for their generous support of GoFarm Hawai‘i,” said University of Hawai‘i Foundation Director Janel Yamamoto in the release. “Farmers are the core of our agricultural system, and this funding will enable us to better equip and empower them with the knowledge, tools and resources they need to thrive in Hawai‘i’s unique agricultural landscape,”
“The Rosendin Foundation is proud to support these organizations because they are committed to providing valuable programs that help people live happier and healthier lives,” said Jolsna Thomas, president of The Rosendin Foundation, in a statement. “We want to thank everyone who supports these organizations, especially Rosendin employees who give generously and donate their time and construction skills to help others in the community.”
Since its founding in 2020, The Rosendin Foundation has donated over $4.2 million to 296 nonprofits across the United States. Its 2024 distribution cycle granted $2.3 million to 116 organizations addressing emotional, nutritional and occupational health.