February 5, 2021 at 9:15 am
Hope Services Hawai’i has reopened financial assistance applications for Hawaiʻi County residents who have experienced a loss in income due to COVID-19.
Eligible applicants may receive one-time emergency financial assistance for rent or mortgage payments of up to $2000 per household. A press release from Hope Services Hawai’i says payments will be made directly to the landlord, bank or mortgage company. Applicants who previously received assistance funded by the CARES Act may still be eligible to apply.
In order to qualify, households must have been financially impacted by COVID-19, and be at or below 80% of the area median income level, listed below.
Hope Services Hawai’i has reopened financial assistance applications for Hawaiʻi County residents who have experienced a loss in income due to COVID-19.
Eligible applicants may receive one-time emergency financial assistance for rent or mortgage payments of up to $2000 per household. A press release from Hope Services Hawai’i says payments will be made directly to the landlord, bank or mortgage company. Applicants who previously received assistance funded by the CARES Act may still be eligible to apply.
In order to qualify, households must have been financially impacted by COVID-19, and be at or below 80% of the area median income level, listed below.
Post Graduation Success Efforts: COVID Style
The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo partners with Hawaiʻi Island Chamber of Commerce to bring students and employers together for a “Virtual Reverse Career Fair”
Writer:
Sasha Kauwale
The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo partnered with the Hawaiʻi Island Chamber of Commerce (HICC) to hold a “Virtual Reverse Career Fair,” available to give students an opportunity to showcase their achievements, talents and contributions to numerous potential employers from various industries on Hawaiʻi island. The purpose of HICC is to assist business and promote the Big Island of Hawaiʻi. HICC provides leadership via services and advocacy for the business community while promoting the economic well-being of Hawaiʻi island as a whole.