The Waipio All-Stars continue their journey to the Little League World Series, however the costs of the trip continue to mount.
Governor Linda Lingle has asked the public to assist in offsetting some of the costs for the players and their families by making a monetary donation.
Tax deductible donations may be sent to the Hawai‘i Children’s Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations.
All contributions will go to the Waipio team.
Checks should be made out to the Hawai‘i Children’s Foundation.
Please indicate on the check that the donation is for the Waipio All-Stars Little League Team.
Hawai‘i Children’s Foundation
c/o Clear Channel Communications
650 Iwilei Road, Suite 400
Honolulu, HI 96817
First Hawaiian Bank has also launched a "Yes We Care" fund to benefit the families of the Waipio team.
Checks can be made payable to "Waipio Little League Champions."
Donations will be accepted at all First Hawaiian Bank branches through Friday, September 17.
First Hawaiian Bank will also contribute the first $5,000 to the fund.