2025-02-07T02:03:09-07:00 2023-12-31 990EZ 2023-07-01 932070470 KUMUKAHI KE ALOHA KUMU 8088660496 427 Lauie Dr Kula HI 96790 Malia Davidson President 8088660496 2025-02-06 1 2023 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X X https://www.kumukahikealoha.org X X 17291 X 17191 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 100 17291 0 0 0 0 0 0 9758 9758 7533 0 0 7533 0 7533 0 0 0 0 0 7533 0 0 0 7533 To provide nourishment for the soul, heart, mind and body through global and spiritual healing, education, reflection, meditation, movement, and service with the purpose to mitigate human suffering. KKA's mission is to provide cultural, educational, and wellness programs rooted in Hawaiian values and traditions. In 2023, the organization implemented the following initiatives: Wildfire Response Efforts: Supported wildfire-impacted communities by providing fuel and transportation for 8 volunteers over 5 months, assisting with food and supply distribution to approximately 600 individuals. Additionally, coordinated logistics for 20 Matson containers of donated goods from Oahu, directly benefiting over 200 displaced individuals. 233 233 Hawaiian Soulfulness Education: Delivered weekly healing and resilience sessions through a blended model of live Zoom meetings and replayed content, engaging approximately 25 live participants per session and reaching 60-150 viewers on demand. Cultural and Community Engagement: Established the L.I.F.E. Series, a monthly initiative connecting community leaders, cultural practitioners, and nonprofit representatives to provide healing support, bridge grassroots organizations with policymakers, and foster long-term solutions for disaster recovery. 5576 5576 Diabetes Wellness Program: Conducted a two-day intensive training in September, followed by an 8-week support program with weekly workshops. Approximately 198 participants benefited, with three trained instructors guiding them through educational and practical sessions. Networking and Advocacy: Strengthened strategic partnerships through active engagement in nonprofit professional organizations, expanding capacity and reach to better serve wildfire survivors and the broader community. 3818 3818 9627 Malia Davdison President, Director 40.00 0 0 0 Elizabeth Enomoto Vice President, Secretary, Director 2 0 0 0 Paulo Faleafine Jr Treasurer, Director 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 HI Malia Davidson 427 Lauie Dr Kula HI 96790 8088660496 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X 0 0 0 0 17191 17191 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 17191 17191 0 17191 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 100 100 17291 0 X Schedule A, Part II, Line 10 Bank credit for opening account. RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 8 Description;Amount^Bank credit for opening account;100^Total;100^ Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 Description;Amount^Program Services Fuel;234|Program Services Travel;3600|Program Services Advocacy;153|Program Services Educational Supplies;1807|Program Services Travel Fees;15|Program Services Lodging;650|Program Services Contracted Consultant;2800|Program Services Office Supplies;51|Program Services Meals;317|Administrative IT Services;31|Administrative Memberships;100^Total;9758^ Kumukahi Ke Aloha (KKA) encountered unforeseen operational and administrative challenges that contributed to the delayed filing of Form 990-EZ for the 2023 tax year. The primary reasons for the delay include: Maui Wildfire Response & Emergency Operations: In the aftermath of the August 2023 wildfires, KKA diverted significant time and resources toward disaster relief efforts, including coordinating emergency aid, distributing essential supplies, and providing direct community support. The increased demand for on-the-ground relief operations required key personnel to prioritize disaster response over administrative filings. Limited Staffing and Capacity: As a small nonprofit organization, KKA operates with limited administrative staff. The unexpected scale of programmatic expansion and emergency response efforts in late 2023 significantly impacted the ability to process financial statements and prepare the necessary documentation for timely filing. First-Time 990-EZ Filing as a New 501(c)(3) Organization: KKA received its 501(c)(3) determination letter in June 2023 and was in its first tax reporting cycle. Navigating the filing process for the first time, coupled with the devastating wildfires and community response, led to additional time required for completion. Corrective Actions to Prevent Future Delays To ensure timely filing in the future, KKA has implemented the following measures: Improved Internal Financial Processes: Establishing a monthly reconciliation system to track income and expenses more efficiently. Kumukahi Ke Aloha remains committed to full IRS compliance and appreciates the opportunity to provide this explanation for its late submission. The organization is actively implementing best practices to ensure timely and accurate filings moving forward.