Learn more about HCF’s partnerships at hawaiicommunityfoundat ion.org

> Did you know: The West Hawai‘i Fund at HCF has invested in over 170 local nonprofi ts since its founding 25 years ago, and relies on its Advisory Committee to determine the best use of the community’s generous gifts.

For Barbara and Rob Kildow, giving back is in their blood. It’s what they do. When they settled in Kona in 1999 after visiting countless times, they saw their life’s dream become a reality. “We are so appreciative of our

life here; we’re always looking for ways to say thank you. We are very fortunate to be able to

support a number of very worthy

organizations.” Barbara said.

Barbara served six years on the Hawai‘i Community Foundation’s

(HCF) West Hawai‘i Fund Advisory Committee, and is now co-chairing the Hawai‘i Island Humane Society’s capital campaign. “Amazing people live on this island,” she said, “and are so generous with their time and resources.” For Barbara, it was eye-opening to discover the many nonprofi ts doing good work. “Whatever your interests — art, education, health care,

P H I L A N T H R O P Y :

It’s All About YOUCommunity Building – One Volunteer at a Time

In honor of National Volunteer Month, Hawai‘i Community Foundation highlights two of West Hawai‘i’s generous volunteers Barbara and Rob Kildow

land and ocean preservation, sustainability and so much more

— it’s all here and these organizations need your help!” she said.

Rob does his part as well, volunteering as a Hawai‘i Island Leadership Council member with HCF and as a scholarship

ambassador, reviewing scholarship applications of the many worthy students looking to HCF for support.

“ Supporting our commu-nity doesn’t have to have a dollar sign attached.”- Barbara Kildow

Together, they also established a scholarship for Hawai‘i students looking to attend the University of Puget Sound, Barbara’s alma mater.

“Supporting our community doesn’t have to have a dollar sign attached,” Barbara said. “Time is of value. Volunteer an hour a week somewhere — it makes all the difference.”

Barbara and Rob Kildow

For Barbara and Rob Kildow, giving back is in their blood. It’s what they do. When they settled in Kona in 1999

life here; we’re always looking for ways to say thank you. We are very fortunate to be able to

support a number of very worthy

organizations.” Barbara said.