Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings announced a $50,000 donation to support communities impacted by recent severe flooding across Hawaii, including $25,000 each to the Lāhui Foundation and the North Shore Chamber of Commerce, two organizations leading critical relief and recovery efforts.
NCLH’s donation will directly support immediate relief needs, including food distribution, cleanup efforts and assistance for displaced families, while also contributing to long-term community recovery and resilience.
Facing immense challenges
“These communities are facing immense challenges in the aftermath of these historic floods,” said Dan Farkas, EVP and general counsel, NCLH. “Supporting the communities we visit is central to our ‘Sail & Sustain’ program and our broader commitment to creating lasting value in the destinations we serve. We are focused on doing our part to help our partners and neighbors recover, rebuild and emerge stronger.”
Back-to-back Kona low storms brought unprecedented rainfall, triggering the worst flooding in more than 20 years and causing devastating damage across Oʻahu and Maui. The North Shore of Oʻahu was among the hardest-hit regions, where floodwaters displaced families, damaged homes and farms, and prompted thousands of evacuations and emergency rescues.
Grassroots relief efforts
The Lāhui Foundation has been at the forefront of grassroots relief efforts, coordinating volunteer support, distributing essential supplies and funding community-led recovery initiatives across impacted areas. The North Shore Chamber of Commerce is working closely with local businesses and residents to restore economic activity and provide resources to those affected.
Both organizations expressed gratitude to NCLH for their support.