Through its sustainability program, Sail & Sustain, Norwegian
Cruise Line Holdings, Ltd. (NCLH), announced a $50,000 donation to support communities
impacted by recent severe
flooding across Hawaii.
NCLH’s donation included $25,000 each to the Lāhui
Foundation and the North Shore Chamber of Commerce, two organizations leading
critical relief and recovery efforts. The 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.
“These communities are facing immense challenges in the
aftermath of these historic floods,” said Dan Farkas, EVP and General Counsel,
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. In a statement. “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.
At the forefront of grassroots relief efforts, the Lāhui
Foundation has coordinated 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.
Carol Philips, Vice President, North Shore Chamber of
Commerce said, “We are deeply grateful to Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings for
their generous support during this critical time for our community. This
contribution will directly assist families, small businesses, and farmers
across the North Shore as they recover and rebuild. Their partnership reflects
a genuine commitment to the well-being and resilience of the communities they
serve, and we sincerely appreciate their support.”
Through its Sail & Sustain program, NCLH continues to
advance its commitment to strengthening communities, one of the core pillars of
its sustainability strategy, while delivering meaningful impact across its
global footprint.
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