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Aloha! My name is James Ham, and I'm an emergency physician formerly in the Army who just started working with my friends Dr. Larry and Aarlie Hull to reduce socioeconomic and health disparities of the children and people of the Jiwaka and Western Highlands Provinces of Papua New Guinea - one of the poorest, most dangerous, and most hard-to-reach places in the world. Larry and Aarlie have been there for many years, and their ongoing projects including a community clinic and birthing center, a library and literacy center, and a reliable and sustainable program for clean water and sanitation infrastructure and education. Using my background and working with the provincial hospital and public health authority, I was able to develop specific educational projects involving first responder training, acute trauma care, cardiac resuscitation, and (my favorite) fitting prosthetic hands onto victims of violence. Future projects include improving community midwifery practices, educating and empowering girls and women, improving childhood vaccination programs, and accident prevention. Specifically, I'm asking for your help to raise enough financial support to bring an ultrasound machine, a defibrillator, additional medical supplies and equipment, tablet computers with digital text books and references, more prosthetic hands, and hopefully more volunteers. We can't do this alone, and we could really use your help. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, suggestions, items you'd like to donate, or if you would like to join us on this epic adventure. Thank you so much for your support! James Ham, MD Honolulu, HI

Shriners Hospitals for Children Honolulu helps children with orthopaedic, neuromusculosketal and neurodevelopmental disorders and diseases. We are experts in bone, joint, brain, dental and sports therapies. Our hospital is filled with aloha spirit. Shriners Hospitals for Children - Honolulu cares for all children with bone, joint, brain, dental conditions and sports injuries. We accept all children with or without insurance and regardless of the family's ability to pay.

Helping people in need to help themselves, regardless of their faith. Catholic Charities Hawai'i is an organization long trusted in the community for our innovative and professional approach to human services. Serving Hawai'i since 1947, we offer help to people of all faiths and cultures, especially those with the greatest need. Catholic Charities Hawai'i provides services to tens of thousands of people each year through more than 30 statewide programs. Programs address the following community, social, and behavioral areas of need: * Child Abuse and Neglect * Homelessness * Children's Emotional and Behavioral Problems * Unplanned Pregnancy * Adult Violence and Abuse * Difficulties Encountered by Immigrants and Refugees * Difficulties Adjusting to Life's Challenges * Sustaining Independent Living for Seniors and Persons with Developmental Disabilities Fully accredited through the Council on Accreditation, we are a partner agency of Aloha United Way and a member of the nationwide Catholic Charities USA network.

The Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i, a non-profit organization, strives to strengthen our diverse community by educating present and future generations in the evolving Japanese American experience in Hawai‘i. Founded on May 28, 1987, the Center celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2012. The Cultural Center has nearly 5,000 members and annually connects to more than 30,000 residents and visitors through its programs and events. The Cultural Center features a historical museum, an exhibition gallery, library/archive center, the Kenshikan martial arts dōjō, the Seikōan Japanese teahouse, and a Gift Shop. For more information call (808) 945-7633, email info@jcch.com or visit the website at www.jcch.com.