Carolee Nishi T he seed of this program was planted some 43 years ago, when past YMCA President and CEO Robert Matsuda asked Carolee Nishi for her help with 12 children who had no place to go after school. “I knew these kids needed some type of structure due to lack of parental guidance,” said Carolee, “so I started calling friends like Genoa Keawe and Kawai Cockett to help me with music and ‘ukulele lessons. I never intended to be a hula teacher, and I didn’t even play the ‘ukulele!” Today, Carolee is here at the Y seven days a week as a full-time volunteer and shows no signs of slowing down. Generations of girls and boys have flourished under her disciplined and loving guidance. In fact, many of the parents and even grandparents of the partici- pants today were once in this program. She credits the success of the program to her 22 kūpuna volunteers who show up every week. Some are retired DOE teachers who bring their love of teaching to the program. “All of the volunteers are unbelievable—they are so dedicated and compassionate and expect nothing in return, except to see our children and teens thrive.” Most often referred to as “Auntie Carolee,” she is especially proud of the stability the program has provided for many young people. “My job is to toss the seeds and see what grows. You never know what’s underground until it matures, and believe me, I’ve seen so much maturity and beauty over the many years. It’s what brings me back every day.” They say “it takes a village to raise a child,” and that is exactly what takes place in the Hawaiian Studies Program called Hui O Kapunahala at the Nu‘uanu Y. Almost every day, participants from three years old to 85 are learning to dance hula, sing and play the ‘ukulele. “It’s not just about learning to dance or sing, but to respect each other, your elders and to treasure who you are as a person.” 2010 ANNUAL REPORT
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Carolee Nishi
The seed of this program was planted some 43 years ago, when past YMCA President and CEO Robert Matsuda asked Carolee Nishi for her help with 12 children who had
no place to go after school. “I knew these kids needed some type of structure due to lack of parental guidance,” said Carolee, “so I started calling friends like Genoa Keawe and Kawai Cockett to help me with music and ‘ukulele lessons. I never intended to be a hula teacher, and I didn’t even play the ‘ukulele!”
Today, Carolee is here at the Y seven days a week as a full-time volunteer and shows no signs of slowing down. Generations of girls and boys have flourished under her disciplined and loving guidance. In fact, many of the parents and even grandparents of the partici-pants today were once in this program. She credits the success of the program to her 22 kūpuna volunteers who show up every week. Some are retired DOE teachers who bring their love of teaching to the program. “All of the volunteers are unbelievable—they are so dedicated and compassionate and expect nothing in return, except to see our children and teens thrive.”
Most often referred to as “Auntie Carolee,” she is especially proud of the stability the program has provided for many young people.
“My job is to toss the seeds and see what grows. You never know what’s underground until it matures, and believe me, I’ve seen so much maturity and beauty over the many years. It’s what brings me back every day.”
They say “it takes a village to raise a child,” and that is exactly what takes place in the Hawaiian Studies Program called Hui O Kapunahala at the Nu‘uanu Y. Almost every day, participants from three years old to 85 are learning to dance hula, sing and play the ‘ukulele.
“It’s not just about learning to dance or sing, but to respect each other, your elders and to treasure who you are as a person.”
2010 ANNUAL REPORT
2010 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
Changing Times, Changing Lives
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For a list of 2010 donors and Heritage Club members, visit www.ymcahonolulu.org/donors.
2010 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
Changing Times, Changing Lives
Dear Friends,
As we reflect on 2010, we recall story after story about individuals and families who counted on the YMCA of Honolulu to be there for them, to care for their children, to adopt a healthier lifestyle, to enhance their neighborhoods and so much more.
In anticipation of the community’s needs and the still weakened economy, the YMCA of Honolulu sustained its efforts to support children, teens and families. Due to the generosity of so many of you, we are pleased to say that the YMCA of Honolulu gave out more than $1 million in financial assistance and program subsidies in 2010.
2010 WAS ALSO A YEAR OF MANY CHANGES
AND NEW DIRECTIONS:
We moved forward on a number of key initiatives designed to prevent today’s most critical health problems, including childhood obesity, diabetes and heart disease. We accomplished these ambitious goals through multi-faceted initiatives like YMCA’s Activate America®, Pioneering Healthier Communities and Food and Fun. In 2011, we will be expanding our reach and partnerships with key organizations to further our impact.
We discovered through extensive research on a national level that people feel good about the Y, but don’t really understand the impact we make in communities. Through a national
branding strategy, we are working to crystallize our cause and unify our voice around the three focus areas of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
In November, after a distinguished 40-year career with the Y, we said farewell to YMCA of Honolulu President and CEO Larry Bush. Larry led the Y through a period of major membership growth, six solid years of financial success and strengthened staff development programs. Some of his key accomplishments included: the construction of the Kalihi YMCA, the opening of the new Leeward YMCA, and the local Y’s involvement with Pioneering Healthier Communities and the Hawaii Nutrition and Physical Activity Coalition (NPAC).
We closed 2010 with the selection of former Hawai‘i State Family Court Judge Michael Broderick as our new President and CEO. We are extremely fortunate to have someone of Michael’s caliber taking the helm of this organization at this important time in the history of the Y movement.
We want to thank our dedicated donors, volunteers, members and staff who made it possible to continue carrying out the mission of the YMCA of Honolulu. We rely on you in the same way that so many children, teens, adults, seniors and families rely on us.
Mahalo nui loa,
Jim R. YatesYMCA OF HONOLULU BOARD CHAIR
LEFT TO RIGHT: Jim Yates, Michael Broderick, Larry Bush
Seth, now 26, has been a quadriplegic since he was two years old. Today he is able to breathe and eat on his own, but still cannot move below his neck and is also slightly blind. But
none of these obstacles stop this young man from doing the things he loves most.
When Seth was a 9th-grader, he was given the opportunity to swim twice a week at the Windward Y at no cost through a program in partnership with Kailua High School. He did this until he graduated, and then became a full-fledged Y member because he loved the pool
so much. His mother said he refuses to swim anywhere else. It’s not just about the water being at the right temperature; it’s about the way he is welcomed at the Y. From Monday through Friday, he arrives with Jeanie and Anu‘ua, two aides who work with him on his mobility and range of motion exercises. The Y members and staff are also attentive to his needs and help in anyway they can.
“I can’t say enough about the Y—what they have done for our family and the community. Every day, Seth has someplace to go. I recently joined the Windward Y board and am determined to keep the Y accessible to people like Seth. I want to give back since we have received so much over the years.”
Nora & SethLike the parents of most young adults, Seth’s folks have a hard time keeping up with his schedule. He enjoys swimming, bowling, shopping at the mall and participating in Special Olympic activities. Among all of these, Seth loves swimming at the Windward Y the most. In fact, he is at the Y pool five days a week—a “highlight” of his day, says his mother, Nora.
“The Y opened their doors to us without hesitation and that gift of care and compassion is more than we ever expected.”
2010 ANNUAL REPORT
YMCA OF HONOLULU
2010 Board of Directors
OfficersJim Yates, CHAIRMAN
Steven C. Ai, VICE CHAIR
Bruce A. Coppa, VICE CHAIR
Tim Johns, VICE CHAIR
Rodney Matsumoto, TREASURER
Board MembersBenjamin K. AkanaDavid AsanumaJeffrey A. BellDavid BessDr. Paul J. CarryCarl E. ChoyDr. Michael J. ChunPaula Akana GuanzonWayne HamanoJeffrey S. HarrisCarl P. HennrichAnton KruckyDr. Dennis M. KuwabaraWalter J. Laskey Sanford MurataLinda O’DayAlan M. OshimaJoan RohlfingRussell SaikiConnie SmalesJames C. TollefsonRichard S. TowillLance WilhelmReuben S.F. WongAugust Yee
Judge, I witnessed thousands of cases involving broken
families—domestic violence, drug abuse, mental illness,
homelessness and more. I asked myself how could I make
an impact at an earlier stage and prevent some of the
problems I saw every day in court.
As a Board member of the YMCA, I saw the extraordinary
work the Y had accomplished to help children, teens,
adults and seniors grow and thrive. I knew without a
doubt that the YMCA was the place where I could make
a different kind of contribution, one still centered on
families and communities, but focused on prevention and
early intervention.
I am incredibly excited about joining Hawai‘i’s leading
nonprofit for youth development, healthy living and social
responsibility, and I am committed to serving each one of
you—our volunteers, supporters and members. Thank you
for your support and friendship. I look forward to working
with all of you in the years to come.
Mahalo,
Michael F. Broderick
YMCA OF HONOLULU PRESIDENT AND CEO
2010 ANNUAL REPORT
DECEMBER 31— ALL FUNDS 2010
AssetsCash and cash equivalents $ 2,203,100Accounts receivable, net 1,162,100Pledges receivable, net 166,500Prepaid expenses 188,000Inventory 37,300Investments 8,412,100Land, buildings, and equipment 33,806,900
Total assets $ 45,976,000
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETSLiabilitiesAccounts payable and accrued expenses $ 1,232,500Deferred revenues 1,021,000Debt —Capital lease obligations 364,900Other liabilities 187,900
Total liabilities 2,806,300
Total net assets 43,169,700
Total liabilities and net assets $ 45,976,000
REVENUE AND SUPPORT 2010
Program service fees $ 18,831,000Government grants 4,747,900Contributions and bequests 1,479,700Investment income 649,900Aloha United Way allocation 110,300Other income 701,200
Total revenue and support $ 26,520,000
EXPENSES AND COMMITMENTS 2010
Program services $ 24,021,100Management and general 2,078,900Fundraising 301,200Capital projects 118,800
Total expenses and commitments $ 26,520,000
Program Service FeesGovernment GrantsContributions and BequestsInvestment IncomeAUW AllocationOther Income
Program ServicesManagement and GeneralFundraisingCapital Projects
Government Grants 17.9%
Contributions and Bequests 5.6%
Other Income 2.6% Program Service Fees
71.0%
Investment Income 2.5%
Aloha United Way Allocation
0.4%
Program Service FeesGovernment GrantsContributions and BequestsInvestment IncomeAUW AllocationOther Income
Program ServicesManagement and GeneralFundraisingCapital Projects
Program Services 90.6%
Management and General 7.8%
Fundraising 1.1%
Capital Projects 0.5%
(FIGURES ARE UNAUDITED)
2010 Financial Information
2010 ANNUAL REPORT
Thank you to our Supporters!For a list of 2010 donors and Heritage Club members, visit www.ymcahonolulu.org/donors.The YMCA of Honolulu Heritage Club, established in 1987, is a group of men and women committed to ensuring the continued influence of the YMCA on future generations of youth and families via gifts to the YMCA Endowment.
