Assistance League of Hawaii installed its new board members, president, executive, and appointed officers at the final Regular Meeting of the 2024-2025 fiscal year on May 11.
The elected officers are: President Gloria McGehee-Koe, President-elect Linda McColgan, Vice President Helen Taufa’asau, Treasurer Linda Tsark, Secretary Allison Shinn-Yuen, Education Trish Kiladis, Finance Andrea Cyriacks, Marketing/Communications Linda McColgan, Resource Development Mary Li, Philanthropic Programs Hazel Sumile, Strategic Planning Cathy Kissel, and Thrift Shop Nancy Sparacino.
Information about our board members and appointed officers can be found at these links:
Assistance League of Hawaii also presented year-end awards:
Martha Taylor Frensley Award (Service above and beyond): Betty Parinas, (photo above) recognized for her extensive work with the zoo and OWL – a true walking Discovery Channel!
Ada Edwards Laughlin Award (Unsung Hero): Jim McClelland, for his invaluable and wide-ranging support.
Kolea Award (Snowbird): Gail Waite, who keeps busy beyond the beach!
Congratulations to all!

Board of Directors, 2025 – 2026