Press Release
November 2, 2001
KO OLINA, OAHU, HAWAII -- October 24, 2001--- For the third straight year, Ko
Olina Community Association will proudly spearhead the Thanksgiving Outreach Project for homeless, low income,
and single-parent families residing along the Leeward Coast. The Thanksgiving luncheon celebrations will begin
mid-day Saturday, November 17 at participating churches in West Oahu.
Volunteers expect this year's turnout to be the biggest in the state, and are preparing to serve 3,500 meals at
18 different locations including Makaha, Waianae, Maili, Nanakuli, Kapolei, Makakilo, Ewa Beach, Waipahu and Pearl
City. Members of various congregations have planned local, backyard entertainment for their Thanksgiving guests.
Chefs from the J W Marriott Ihilani Resort, Niblick Restaurant and Kapolei High School will be preparing the food
with the assistance of students enrolled in food service classes from Waipahu High School. Some 2,000 pounds of
turkey, 450 pounds of ham, 600 pounds of rice, 100 gallons of gravy, 450 pounds of corn, 3,500 rolls, 350 pumpkin
pies, and more will go towards the feast. United Parcel Service has volunteered the use of their trucks and their
drivers will distribute the food to churches where the meals will be served. Arrangements have also been made to
accommodate those who do not have the means or ability to travel.
"We are fortunate to have employees who truly epitomize the meaning of Aloha," said Ken Williams, General
Manager of the Ko Olina Community Association. "Their sincerity and enthusiasm to make a difference in the
lives of others are an inspiration to all of us." The Thanksgiving Outreach program is a fine example of neighbors
helping neighbors. The project began as one person's passionate vision and was embraced by other employees of the
Ko Olina community, most of whom reside on the Leeward Coast. Continued Williams, "it is important that we
do not forget to share with those who are less fortunate this holiday season, especially in light of recent events."
Monetary donations are still being accepted. Contributions will go toward the purchase of food for the lunches.
Checks can be made payable to Thanksgiving Outreach Ko Olina and can be mailed to Ko Olina Community Association,
Attn: Kim Wood, 92-1480 Aliinui Drive, Ko Olina, Hawaii 96707. Those wishing to serve as volunteers may call Natasha
Clarin at 671-2512.
Ko Olina is a master-planned resort community on the western shore of Oahu. It offers visitor accommodations, residential
communities and a full array of resort amenities. In addition to the J.W. Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa at
Ko Olina and the l8-hole Ted Robinson-designed Ko Olina Golf Club, the resort is home to four pristine lagoons
connected by l.5 miles of seaside pathways. There also is a full-service Ko Olina Wedding Chapel, the Fairways
at Ko Olina townhome development, Coconut Plantation by Brookfield Homes and the Paradise Cove luau and cultural
center.
The private 43-acre, 270-slip world-class Ko Olina Marina, general store and fuel dock is managed by Almar Management,
Inc. The marina complements plans for future oceanside and golf course communities. They include Kai Lani, a joint
venture by Armstrong Builders and A & B Properties, and Ko Olina Beach Club, a Marriott Vacation Club International
resort. Also to be completed in the resort's near future is Ko Olina Ocean Club, a restaurant, retail and spa facility.
For more information on Ko Olina, visit the resort's web site at: www.koolina.com.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Glenda Chow Sheila Donnelly & Associates Phone: 808/949-4131 Fax: 808/946-5607 gchow@sheiladonnelly.com