Long Term benefits of One Million for Change
One Million for Change is a social enterprise that acknowledges the one million Aloha who used live on Big Island Hawaii for over 1500 years and empowers the local Hawaiian community to create local small businesses that are sustainable, innovative, and beneficial for all.
By participating in or supporting One Million for Change Big Island Hawaii, you will not only enjoy immediate benefits, but also longer benefits that will last for generations. These longer benefits include:
Environmental benefits
You will help preserve the environment of Big Island Hawaii by creating or supporting small businesses that respect and restore the natural resources and ecosystems of the island. You will also help mitigate the effects of climate change by creating or supporting small businesses that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to changing conditions. You will also help ensure the availability and quality of water, air, land, and biodiversity for future generations. Imagine being able to pass on a healthy and beautiful island to your children and grandchildren, where they can enjoy the same or even better natural wonders and services that you do.
Community Benefits
You will help strengthen the community of Big Island Hawaii by creating or supporting small businesses that contribute to the social and economic development of the island. You will also help foster a sense of belonging and identity among the people of Big Island Hawaii by creating or supporting small businesses that celebrate and promote the local culture and heritage. You will also help build a resilient and inclusive community that can cope with challenges and opportunities by creating or supporting small businesses that collaborate and cooperate with each other. Imagine being able to live in a vibrant and diverse community that values and supports you and your island, where you can feel proud and happy to be a part of.
Cultural Benefits
You will help preserve the Hawaiian culture by creating or supporting small businesses that honor and embody the values and traditions of the Hawaiian people. You will also help revitalize the Hawaiian culture by creating or supporting small businesses that innovate and create new expressions and manifestations of the Hawaiian spirit. You will also help share the Hawaiian culture with the world by creating or supporting small businesses that showcase and educate others about the richness and uniqueness of the Hawaiian way of life. Imagine being able to keep alive and pass on a rich and unique culture to your children and grandchildren, where they can learn from and appreciate their ancestors and heritage.
These are just some of the longer benefits that you will enjoy by participating in or supporting One Million for Change. There are many more benefits that you will discover along the way.
If you want to be part of One Million for Change, you can apply for a grant, donate to our cause, or join or support our community.
Extended Long Term Benefits
One Million for Change is a social enterprise that empowers one million people who live on Big Island Hawaii to create small businesses that are sustainable, innovative, and beneficial for all.
By participating in or supporting One Million for Change, you will not only enjoy immediate benefits, but also longer benefits that will last for generations. These longer benefits include:
- Environmental benefits: You will help preserve the environment of Big Island Hawaii by creating or supporting small businesses that respect and restore the natural resources and ecosystems of the island. You will also help mitigate the effects of climate change by creating or supporting small businesses that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to changing conditions. You will also help ensure the availability and quality of water, air, land, and biodiversity for future generations. Imagine being able to pass on a healthy and beautiful island to your children and grandchildren, where they can enjoy the same or even better natural wonders and services that you do. Imagine being able to see the majestic volcanoes, the lush rainforests, the sparkling waterfalls, the colorful coral reefs, and the diverse wildlife that make Big Island Hawaii so special. Imagine being able to breathe fresh and clean air, drink pure and clear water, feel warm and gentle breezes, hear soothing and harmonious sounds, and smell fragrant and exotic flowers that fill your senses with delight. Imagine being able to live in harmony with nature and appreciate its gifts and lessons that enrich your life.
- Community benefits: You will help strengthen the community of Big Island Hawaii by creating or supporting small businesses that contribute to the social and economic development of the island. You will also help foster a sense of belonging and identity among the people of Big Island Hawaii by creating or supporting small businesses that celebrate and promote the local culture and heritage. You will also help build a resilient and inclusive community that can cope with challenges and opportunities by creating or supporting small businesses that collaborate and cooperate with each other. Imagine being able to live in a vibrant and diverse community that values and supports you and your island, where you can feel proud and happy to be a part of. Imagine being able to support the livelihoods and well-being of the local people, celebrate and learn from their rich and diverse culture, collaborate and cooperate with them on common goals and challenges, make new friends and contacts who inspire and motivate you, and be part of a community that cares about you and your island. Imagine being able to enjoy the social benefits of living in a close-knit and friendly community that offers you security, comfort, joy, and love.
- Cultural benefits: You will help preserve the Hawaiian culture by creating or supporting small businesses that honor and embody the values and traditions of the Hawaiian people. You will also help revitalize the Hawaiian culture by creating or supporting small businesses that innovate and create new expressions and manifestations of the Hawaiian spirit. You will also help share the Hawaiian culture with the world by creating or supporting small businesses that showcase and educate others about the richness and uniqueness of the Hawaiian way of life. Imagine being able to keep alive and pass on a rich and unique culture to your children and grandchildren, where they can learn from and appreciate their ancestors and heritage. Imagine being able to honor and embody the values and traditions of the Hawaiian people, such as aloha (love), ohana (family), kuleana (responsibility), malama (care), pono (righteousness), mana (power), kahiau (generosity), ho’oponopono (forgiveness), laulima (cooperation), ha’aha’a (humility), lokahi (unity), ho’omau (perseverance), ho’okipa (hospitality), ho’ohanohano (respect), ho’okela (excellence), ho’omana’o (remembrance), ho’olaule’a (celebration), ho’okupu (offering), mele (song), hula (dance), oli (chant), mo’olelo (story), ‘olelo (language), ‘ohana (family), ‘aina (land), kai (sea), lani (sky), akua (god), kupuna (elder), keiki (child), makua (parent), kumu (teacher), haumana (student), alaka’i (leader), kokua (helper), kama’aina (local resident). Imagine being able to innovate and create new expressions and manifestations of the Hawaiian spirit, such as using modern technology to preserve ancient wisdom, combining traditional practices with contemporary ideas, creating new products or services that reflect Hawaiian values or aesthetics, sharing Hawaiian stories or perspectives with global audiences, inspiring others with Hawaiian examples or models. Imagine being able to share the Hawaiian culture with the world by showcasing and educating others about the richness and uniqueness of the Hawaiian way of life, such as inviting visitors to experience Hawaiian hospitality, culture, nature, history, art, music, dance, food, language, spirituality; teaching others about Hawaiian values, traditions, beliefs, customs; promoting Hawaiian causes, issues, interests; representing Hawaiian identity; expressing Hawaiian pride.
These are just some of the longer benefits that you will enjoy by participating in or supporting One Million for Change. There are many more benefits that you will discover along the way.
If you want to be part of One Million for Change, you can apply for a grant, donate to our cause, or join or support our community.
Thank you for your interest in One Million for Change. We appreciate your involvement and contribution.
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