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Allison Springer named MEO Employee of the Quarter
July 7, 2026
Finance Manager Allison Springer was named Maui Economic Opportunity Employee of the Quarter for performing the essential but unheralded behind-the-scenes work of financial compliance and payments for the grants that fund the work of MEO. “She is highly detail-oriented and methodical, particularly in reviewing and approving requisitions for payment,” said Vanna Duarte, one of two […]
Ned Davis installed as MEO Board President
July 2, 2026
A veteran of the Maui Economic Opportunity Board of Directors, Ned Davis, was installed Thursday, June 25, for his second go-round as President. Recognized as MEO Volunteer of the Year in 2020, Davis joined the board in 2014 and has taken a strong interest in supporting Head Start preschoolers and their families. He has represented […]
MEO welcomes 6 summer interns, offers real-world job experience and more
June 26, 2026
Maui Economic Opportunity welcomes six summer interns, offering them an opportunity for real-world job experience, to explore pathways that serve the community and maybe inspire them to return and become Maui County’s future leaders. An orientation hosted by MEO’s executive staff, including Executive Director Maggie Batangan and CEO Debbie Cabebe, was held Wednesday. The high […]
Jack Dowling and Erin Mukai join MEO Board of Directors
June 9, 2026
Jack Dowling and Erin Mukai, both with experience and expertise in housing development and resumes of community service, have joined the Maui Economic Opportunity Board of Directors. Dowling will be representing Mayor Richard Bissen and Mukai, the Maui County Council, on the 21-member tripartite Board of Directors for the 61-year-old Community Action nonprofit that supports […]
Early Childhood Service Directory Debbi Amaral Retires
June 5, 2026
Head Start and Kahi Kamali`i staff, MEO board members, family, friends and mentors celebrated the retirement of Early Childhood Services (ECS) Director Debbi Amaral on May 29 in the MEO Classrooms. It was her last day of a 31-year career at MEO, the last 26 as director of ECS, which includes 9 Head Start preschool […]
Reminder: Kupuna Aloha Luncheon table sponsorships accepted
June 1, 2026
The deadline for Kupuna Aloha Luncheon table sponsorships from candidates and organizations supporting kupuna, who will have an opportunity to meet hundreds of kupuna in-person, is coming up fast. The 54th Kupuna Aloha Luncheon is set for Saturday, July 25, at the Grand Wailea. A total of 40 tables are available — on a first-come, […]
MEO Moloka`i Rural Shuttle could help relieve high gasoline costs
May 27, 2026
With gasoline prices ticking $7 a gallon for regular unleaded on Moloka`i, Maui Economic Opportunity’s Rural Shuttle Service – which operates without cost to riders – could be an option for residents looking to save on their transportation costs. “Fuel cost spikes due to local, national and international catastrophes and events hit home particularly hard […]
MEO Teen Financial Literacy workshop set for June 1 and 3
May 15, 2026
Financial Literacy For Teens two-day summer workshop, put on by Maui Economic Opportunity, will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on Monday, June 1, and Wednesday, June 3, at MEO’s Wailuku office. Budgeting and saving, basic banking, applying for jobs, dos and don’ts of credit and other money topics will be covered in the […]
Op Ed: MEO reflects on history, celebrates May as Community Action Month
May 14, 2026
*By Maggie Batangan* May marks Community Action Month – a nationwide event to commemorate the value and meaning of the work of Community Action Agencies. At Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. (MEO), we are proud to be Maui County’s Community Action Agency, a designation that dates back to 1965. Our history is entwined with both federal […]
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Allison Springer named MEO Employee of the Quarter
Finance Manager Allison Springer was named Maui Economic Opportunity...
Ned Davis installed as MEO Board President
A veteran of the Maui Economic Opportunity Board of Directors, Ned Davis,...
MEO welcomes 6 summer interns, offers real-world job experience and more
Maui Economic Opportunity welcomes six summer interns, offering them an...
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