This year, we added a new fundraiser to our Hawaiʻi Farm-to-Car (HF2C) program called Feed a Neighbor, which started during the SNAP pause at the end of 2025 and has … Read more
At Ho‘ōla Farms, we believe that access to fresh, nutritious food is essential for every stage of life—especially for our keiki. That’s why we’re proud to be a returning partner … Read more
We’re thrilled to share that Ho‘ōla Farms has been featured in Food Tank’s article, “From Service to Soil: Hawaiʻi’s Veteran Farmers.” This feature highlights our mission to empower Veterans, first … Read more
About: Meet Our Hilo Food Hub Member, Island Style Birria! Island Style Birria is a small family business that began in 2022. After losing their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic, … Read more
Anthony Booker, a Military Veteran who served 18 years in the Navy, developed an interest in agriculture as a means to live sustainably and grow food for himself and his … Read more
Hoʻōla Farms was founded to create a space where Veterans can learn, connect, and heal through meaningful agricultural experiences. This month, we proudly celebrate one of our AgVets, Kyle Iwamoto, … Read more
At Ho`ōla Farms, we understand the importance of ensuring our kūpuna have access to fresh, locally sourced food. Through our Kūpuna Market Program, we have collaborated with a variety of … Read more
Healing through gardening inspired Emily and John to start Hoʻōla Veteran Services 501(c)(3), d.b.a. Hoʻōla Farms in 2015. Their mission was to provide healing opportunities to other Veterans and family … 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 … Read more
Today marks the 22nd year since the United States was attacked by terrorists in a coordinated effort to weaken our people, our country and the very democracy in which we … Read more
