Join Us: 4th Annual Messages of Hope – Fold, Share & Volunteer
Aloha everyone,
We’re excited to invite you to be part of the 4th Annual Messages of Hope community display!
This year, we’re continuing the tradition by folding paper cranes as a symbol of hope, resilience, healing, and connection. Each crane represents a message of hope, and when we bring them together, they become something much bigger than any one of us.
Want to participate? It’s not too late.
FOLD A CRANE. SHARE HOPE. CHANGE A LIFE.
Fold as many cranes as you’d like and drop them off at:
Navy Exchange (NEX) Second floor, by the elevators
Crane drop-off: August 24–27, 2026
Then come back September 1–29 to see the collective Messages of Hope Display and experience what our community created together!
Want to volunteer?
We’re also looking for volunteers to help bring the display to life! Volunteers are especially needed to help string cranes on August 28 and assemble the display at the NEX on August 31.
If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact one of the Points of Contact (POCs) below to sign up:
Dr. Yumi Panui ([email protected])
Ms. Stefany Garcia ([email protected])
Ms. Jayme Alexander ([email protected])
We’d love to have you be part of creating this meaningful display!
Learn More
For more information about Messages of Hope 2026, including crane-folding information, volunteer opportunities, display details, and additional information, visit:
2026 Messages of Hope – Hawaiʻi Department of Defense
Whether you fold one crane or one hundred, volunteer your time, or simply stop by to experience the display, you are helping us create a visible reminder that hope is something we can build together.
Together, we fold hope.
Together, we build connection.
Thank you for being part of the 4th Annual Messages of Hope 
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