Press Release: Hickam FCU Donates $5,000 to DreamHouse 'Ewa Beach

Nov 30, 2021

HONOLULU – NOVEMBER 30, 2021 –The Hickam Federal Credit Union Core Values Champions Committee (CVCC) identifies DreamHouse ‘Ewa Beach as a unique public charter school that exemplifies the credit union’s core values of caring, integrity, and commitment. Hickam FCU is proud to have donated $5,000 towards their mission.

President/CEO Scott Kaulukukui along with a few CVCC members, toured the school on November 29^th, before presenting the donation. The tour was led by DreamHouse ‘Ewa Beach Co-Founder and Chief Education Officer, Alex Teece. The Hickam FCU team also observed students in their high-energy, collaborative learning environment. Teece passionately explained the school’s history, mission, and goals which include adding a grade level per year until 2026.

About Hickam Federal Credit Union

Hickam Federal Credit Union (Hickam FCU), which was established in 1936, has over 49,000 members and over $695 million in assets as of June 2021. Hickam FCU has seven branches located on the island of Oahu and offers checking accounts, savings accounts, and loans. Anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school on Oahu can become a member. Visit www.hickamfcu.org to learn more.

About DreamHouse ‘Ewa Beach

DreamHouse ‘Ewa Beach is Hawai‘i’s newest public charter school. Located in Kalaeloa, ‘Oahu, “DreamHouse” was conceived in 2012 and after nearly seven years of development, the school was approved in July 2017 and launched in August 2019. The school promotes active, collaborative, inquiry-based learning through a culturally responsive pedagogy and a culture of high expectations. www.dreamhouseewabeach.org/