Best Places to Work 2025
Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaii has been named one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Hawaii by Hawaii Business Magazine Read more here. |
HI Now Daily with Kainoa Carlson
March 12, 2025 - Thank you to Hawaii News Now's HI Now Daily team for having Tyler onto the show to talk about our programs and upcoming exciting news! |
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December 10, 2024 - Goodwill Hawaii and Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaii have jointly purchased properties at 571 Quinn Lane and 576 Halekauwila St. in Kakaako, a partnership that "represents a shared vision and commitment by the two organizations to improving the lives of individuals and families through education, mentorship and empowerment," the nonprofits said.
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September 6, 2024 - Reid Hoshide, the new Chief Operations Officer of Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawai‘i, brings over 23 years of business management experience. He has 18 years of small business management as the owner, president, and director of operations for Taco Del Mar in Hawai‘i.
"I'm thrilled to have Reid join our team. His strong background in business operations, along with his experience, innovation, and leadership will be a tremendous asset," said Tyler Kurashige, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawai‘i. "Reid's expertise will be invaluable as we advance our organization and ensure we maximize our resources to continue to significantly impact the youth we serve." Read More. |
Dennis Brown Inducted into National Big Brothers Big Sisters Alumni Hall of Fame
February 6, 2024 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hawai‘i proudly announces the induction of its former CEO, Dennis Brown, into the esteemed national Big Brothers Big Sisters Alumni Hall of Fame. This honor is given to individuals who have demonstrated the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and have made significant impacts in their communities and workplaces. Dennis Brown's lifelong connection with the Hawai‘i branch dates back to 1963 when he became the first youth mentored through the former Big Brothers of Hawai‘i. His mentor, Henry Sumida, helped Dennis become more confident and wise, despite the hardships he went through during his childhood. Henry became the key role model in Dennis’ young life. As he grew older, Henry encouraged Dennis to pursue a career in nonprofit organization, which eventually led him back to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hawai‘i when he became President/CEO of the organization in 1998. Read More. |
Celebrating National Mentoring Month! January 23, 2024 - Mahalo KITV for highlighting Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaii on "Island Life Live." Our President/CEO, Tyler Kurashige, spoke about our organization, including the return of our School-Based mentoring program! |
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BBBSH featured on MidWeek! HONOLULU, HI (Nov 15, 2023) - Mahalo MidWeek for featuring Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaii! Youth Danica and Vincent were able to participate in this exciting photoshoot alongside Pilikana Hero Neill Char, CEO Tyler Kurashige, and former mentor Pamela Kimura.
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Welcoming in a New Era
HONOLULU, HI (July 17, 2023) – Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaii’s (BBBSH) President and CEO Dennis Brown will retire on Dec. 31, 2023, after 25 years of service to the organization. Current COO Tyler Kurashige has been selected by the BBB SH Board of Directors to succeed Brown and lead the state’s most recognized nonprofit providing 1-to-1 mentoring to Hawaii’s youth into a new era. |
Read "The inspiring power of role models"
HONOLULU, HI (Nov 7, 2023) - Mahalo Island Scene and HMSA for featuring our program and history! Read the article for background on the historical match of Dennis Brown and Henry Sumida (pictured) as well as our 2022 Match of the Year, Dan Richards and Zach. Read the full article here. |
PBN names Dennis Brown as Career Achievement Honoree for Most Admired Leaders awards Pacific Business News is excited to announce that Dennis Brown, former president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaii, has been named this year’s Career Achievement Honoree for Hawaii's Most Admired Leaders awards. Read the full article here. |
Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawai‘i along with the State of Hawaii Department of Human Services presents "Defend, Inspire, Empower".
Casey Lund of Hawaii News Now showcases inspirational stories from inspirational people. If you missed it, click here to watch the show! |