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We Are Friends 2.0 - Basic Essentials Relief Program

The We Are Friends 2.0, Basic Essentials Relief Emergency Program provides short-term assistance for the entertainment industry professionals within the State of Hawaiߵi, who are unable to work due to an interruption in bookings, health issues, or are unexpectedly incapable of earning an income. The program is in partnership with Foodland Stores to secure “Basic Essentials” and receive relief from the lost gigs, lessons, recording sessions, stage production, and other music-related professional work.

HAWAI‘I RELIEF PROGRAM

October 29, 2025

HONOLULU – Governor Josh Green today announced a coordinated relief effort to protect Hawaiʻi families from Federal shutdown impacts. In partnership with the Hawaiʻi State Legislature, the Department of Human Services (DHS), the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA), the Department of Education (HIDOE) and other state agencies, the Green Administration is activating multiple avenues of support to help households who may temporarily lose benefits under the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) starting November 1.

Rental & Utility Relief Program

Rental and Utility Relief Programs provide rent relief, past due & future utility, home energy, unsafe or unhealthy living conditions, for eligible renter households are those with incomes qualify.

• State of Hawaii

  • a Hale a Ke Ola

  • Aloha United Way

  • Catholic Charities of Hawaii for Seniors

  • Hawaii Public Housing Authority

  • Hawaiian Council for Native Advancement

  • Hawaiian Community Assets

  • Hope Services Hawaii

  • Legal Aid Society of Hawaii

• Hawaii County

  • ERAP

• Honolulu County

  • Revitalize Oahu

  • One Oahu

• Kauai County

  • Kauai Housing Authority

  • Section 8

  • RAMP

• Maui County

  • Maui County Rent Relief Program

  • Family Life Center

Department of Human Services

State of Hawai`i Community & Government list of resources for varous aid.

LIHEAP for Energy Assistance: Hawaii Link

Financial assistance available to help Hawaiian Electric, Hawaii Gas, and Kauai Island Utility Cooperative customers who are in need, pay bills through CARES Act funding, and other aid available from government and nonprofit organizations.

Lifeline - Federal Assistance for Phone Services

Since 1985, the Lifeline program has provided a discount on phone service for qualifying low-income consumers to ensure that all Americans have the opportunities and security that phone service brings, including being able to connect to jobs, family and emergency services. Lifeline is part of the Universal Service Fund.