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ASB Celebrates 100 Years of Serving Hawaii with $100,000 Donation to Local Nonprofits

ASB February 25, 2025 | 1 MIN read News Releases

Community invited to vote for organizations to receive funding through March 11

To celebrate 100 years of serving Hawaii, American Savings Bank (ASB) is giving back with a $100,000 donation to local nonprofits through the newly launched ASB Charitable Foundation. Ten organizations will each receive $10,000 – and the public is invited to decide the recipients by voting online.

ASB Centennial Celebration Announcing ASB Charitable Foundation

“American Savings Bank is proud to celebrate 100 years of serving Hawaii as a trusted community bank – a milestone few local companies achieve,” said Ann Teranishi, president and CEO at American Savings Bank. “Our centennial is more than a celebration; it’s a reflection of our continued commitment to Hawaii’s people, businesses and communities. Through our support of remarkable nonprofits that drive positive change across the state, we’re making dreams possible and building a brighter future for all.”

ASB teammates helped nominate nearly 30 nonprofits and programs making a difference in areas that align with ASB’s community focus areas of promoting financial education, increasing supply and access to affordable housing and supporting the revitalization of Aala Park and the neighboring communities.

How to Vote

The public is invited to vote daily for a nonprofit that is making a positive impact in Hawaii.

  • Voting Period: Feb. 25, 11 a.m. HST – March 11, 11:59 p.m.
  • Voting Limit: One vote per email address per day
  • Vote Online: asbhawaii.com/vote

The 10 nonprofits with the most votes will each receive $10,000. Winners will be announced in March. To view the full list of participating organizations and vote, visit asbhawaii.com/vote.

Media Contact

Karwin Sui
Communications Manager
(808) 539-7268
ksui@asbhawaii.com