Hoʻōla Farms was founded to create a space where Veterans can learn, connect, and heal through meaningful agricultural experiences. This month, we proudly honor one of our AgVets, Leslie Lockhart, who continues to inspire us all. Leslie is a military Veteran who served in the Navy as a Master at Arms working as a dog … Read more
Veterans Day 2023 Message from Executive Director, Emily Emmons On this Veterans Day, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country. Your selfless dedication, sacrifice, and courage do not go unnoticed. Today, we honor not just … Read more
The Hilo Food Hub commercial kitchen space in Keaukaha is now under the new management of Hoʻōla Farms!
Month of the Military Caregiver May is the Month of the Military Caregiver, a time to honor and recognize the incredible sacrifices and dedication of the caregivers of our nation’s wounded, ill, and injured service members and Veterans. Here are a few statistics of military caregivers in the US from The RAND Corporation: 5.5 Million … Read more
Hoʻōla Farms 2022 Impact Report 2022 was a year of growth, resilience, and excitement for what’s to come. We are grateful to our team, community, and supporters that have paved the way into our 8th year!
HOʻŌLA FARMS AWARDED USDA GRANT TO SUPPORT VETERAN FARMERS AND PRODUCERS ON HAWAIʻI ISLAND IN DEVELOPING AGRIBUSINESS Hoʻōla Farms has received a 3-year grant to fund their ‘Groundwork to Grow: Agribusiness’ pilot program. [HILO, HAWAII, November 21, 2022] The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced four (4) awardees … Read more
Congratulations AgVet scholarship graduate Maricar Souza and her business TLC Tasty Local Creations on receiving a Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund grant from the Farmer Veteran Coalition! Funding for this program is made possible by USDA/NIFA Sec. 760 pf H.R. 244, Sec. 760 of Consolidated Approp. Act of 2017, Enhancing Agricultural Opportunities for Military Veterans (AGVETS). … Read more
Hoʻōla Farms started with the mission to serve military veterans, first responders, and their families by providing opportunities to heal, connect, learn, grow and thrive. Memorial Day is an important reminder to not only support veterans around us but to honor those who we have lost. As we adjust to continued conflict in Europe, mass … Read more
Recap on our latest Groundwork to Grow: The Art of Beekeeping Workshop
Hoʻōla Veteran Services 501(c)(3), d.b.a. Hoʻōla Farms, was established in 2015—EIN 47-2842514. Contributions may be deducted as provided in I.R.C. Sec. 170 of the U.S. Tax Code.
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