Jamba Hawaii’s First-Ever “Blend It Forward” Campaign Raises Over $21,000 to Support Hawaiʻi’s Youth
Nearly 17,000 smoothies sold during July campaign benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs across the islands
Blend It Forward
Jamba Hawaii and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hawaii (BGCH) and Maui (BGCM) are proud to announce the success of the inaugural Blend It Forward campaign, a month-long smoothie fundraiser held this July to uplift Hawaiʻi’s youth.
From July 1–31, customers across Oʻahu, Maui, Hawaiʻi Island, and Kauaʻi came together to sip in support of their communities. A total of 16,947 smoothies were sold, resulting in a $21,947 donation—which includes a $5,000 matching gift from Jamba Hawaii.
“We’re incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support from our customers statewide,” said Keliʻi Moreau, Director of Operations for Jamba Hawaii. “Blend It Forward was more than a campaign—it was a community movement to fuel bright futures, and we’re thrilled to see the impact it’s making across the islands.”
Funds raised will directly benefit local Clubhouses on each island, supporting keiki with access to safe spaces, mentoring, meals, and programs focused on academics, wellness, and leadership.
“These funds help ensure more local kids have access to caring mentors and meaningful experiences,” said Paddy Kauhane, President & CEO of BGCH. “We’re so thankful to Jamba Hawaii for believing in the power of our youth.”
“We’re excited to use this investment to enhance our quality programs across Maui,” added Kelly Maluo-Pearson, CEO of BGCM. “Jamba’s generosity allows us to continue providing safe, engaging environments for the kids who need us most.”
Blend It Forward marked Jamba Hawaii’s first large-scale giveback campaign dedicated to youth enrichment. The two featured smoothies—Mango-a-go-go and Watermelon Breeze—not only offered refreshing flavors but also created opportunities for customers to give back with every sip.
Plans are already underway for future community initiatives as Jamba Hawaii continues investing in a brighter tomorrow.
For more information and to submit an application, visit: www.jambahawaii.com/blend-it-forward.
About Jamba Hawaii
Jamba Hawaii has 26 stores operated by Fresh Dining Concepts, LLC, an authorized Jamba licensee, across Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and Hawaii Island. Jamba is the global lifestyle brand leader serving on-the-go freshly blended fruit and vegetable smoothies, made-to-order bowls, fresh-squeezed juices and shots, boosts and bites. Visit jambahawaii.com for store locations and more information.
About Fresh Dining Concepts
Headquartered in Miami, Fresh Dining Concepts is the largest GoTo Foods franchisee (Auntie Anne’s, Carvel, Cinnabon and Jamba Juice), currently with 225 locations, operating across 19 states and with approximately 2,000 employees. The company owns and operates locations in malls and non-traditional foodservice environments, as well as street side locations and at inline shopping centers. More information on Fresh Dining Concepts is available at freshdiningconcepts.com.
About Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii:
Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii (BGCH) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving more than 14,000 youth, ages 7 to 17 each year on Oʻahu and Kauaʻi. The mission of Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. BGCH Clubhouses and outreach sites provide affordable membership and guidance-oriented development programs that emphasize education, technology, and career development; health and life skills; the arts; character and leadership development; and sports, fitness, and recreation. BGCH is an affiliate of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and has been operating in Hawaiʻi since 1976. For more information, or to make a donation, visit BGCH.com, or call or call (808) 949-4203.
About Boys & Girls Club of Maui:
Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui, Inc. (BGCM) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2000, dedicated to empowering Maui’s youth, especially those most in need—to reach their full potential as caring, responsible citizens. With six clubhouses across the island and a mobile “Club on the Go,” BGCM offers safe, supportive environments for children and teens after school and during summer. A seventh clubhouse on Molokai is set to open soon.
BGCM addresses the complex challenges facing today’s youth by providing enriching programs, committed mentors, and structured opportunities for personal growth. Programs focus on four core impact areas: Academic Success, Social Emotional Health, Good Character & Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles. Popular initiatives include Passport to Manhood, SMART Girls, Leaders in Training, and Hawaiian Club—all designed to foster critical life skills and community engagement.
Serving hundreds of young people annually, BGCM’s 40+ staff members bring over 150 years of collective youth development experience. The organization emphasizes social-emotional development and resilience, helping youth make positive choices and thrive in the face of adversity.
To ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement, BGCM participates in the annual National Youth Outcomes Initiative (NYOI), in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America. This data-driven approach helps refine programs and sustain a high-quality, impactful experience for Maui’s keiki. Learn more on our website, and connect with us on Facebook, X, and Instagram.
