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Hawai‘i Island’s Food Basket – A Healthier Way Forward

Transforming a food bank into a hub for health, The Food Basket project empowers local communities through plant-based nutrition, education, and measurable lifestyle changes.

Community Collaboration & Health Initiatives

Our project focuses on identifying and addressing the food-related challenges faced by underserved communities. Through detailed analysis and collaborative efforts, we work to understand the root causes of food insecurity and develop sustainable solutions that create lasting impact.

Social Network Analysis

Community Food Assessments

Conducted surveys and data collection to identify gaps in food access, availability, and affordability.

Partnership with Local Organizations

Collaborated with food banks, nonprofits, and community leaders to design targeted intervention strategies.

Policy & Infrastructure Recommendations

Developed actionable insights for stakeholders to support food equity, distribution networks, and long-term food resilience.

Collaborations with Local Food Networks

We actively partner with local food banks, farms, and nonprofit organizations to ensure a reliable pipeline of nutritious resources reaches those most in need. These collaborations help us extend our reach and support sustainable, community-driven solutions.

Real Stories of Health Transformation

Watch how The Food Basket’s initiative helped reshape health and well-being across Hawai‘i Island. This video captures personal stories, community involvement, and the measurable health improvements achieved through simple yet powerful dietary changes.

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Measured Health Outcomes & Sustainable Change

This project’s success was tracked using detailed health data and community feedback. Participants across Hawai‘i Island experienced improvements in key wellness markers — including weight loss, better blood pressure, reduced cholesterol, lower A1c levels, and improved energy and mood. These outcomes demonstrate how food-based interventions can lead to real, measurable change.

48 participants took part across the island

Biometric markers and surveys tracked progress

Reported weight loss, better blood pressure, and lower cholesterol

Improved sleep, mood, and overall well-being

Stronger community engagement around healthy habits

What we evaluate

Access Full Report & Data Results

Dive deeper into the outcomes of The Food Basket initiative. Access our comprehensive report to explore the data insights, health improvements, and strategic approaches that shaped this impactful program.

About HIA

Hawai'i Integrated Analytics (HIA) bridges the gap between data and community. Through culturally grounded research and modern analytics, we empower local leaders to create lasting impact.

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