Hawaiian Telcom also participates in the federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) that offers a discount of up to $30/month toward internet service for eligible households and up to $75/month for households on qualifying tribal lands.

Source: https://bigislandnow.com/2023/12/12/pahala-is-first-big-island-zip-code-fully-fiber-enabled-by-hawaiian-telcom/

Hawaiian Telcom and its employees donated more than $1.2 million to local nonprofits and organizations, and tripled employee volunteer hours in community service last year.

Source: https://mauinow.com/2023/03/20/hawaiian-telcom-donated-more-than-1-2m-to-local-nonprofits-in-2022/

Hawaiian Telcom is committed to being a valued partner to Hawai‘i organizations, combining our deep technology experience with a personal approach.

Source: https://www.hawaiibusiness.com/industry-outlook-information-technology/

In addition to transmitting data at faster speeds, fiber-optic cables are more energy-efficient, more durable and less susceptible to elements such as water and electromagnetic interference, according to Hawaiian Telcom.

Source: https://mauinow.com/2023/02/14/hawaiian-telcom-invested-160m-to-expand-fiber-infrastructure-in-2022/

“These grantees are connecting people with vital technology and data and empowering Hawaiʻi residents with knowledge and access that will transform their lives,” said Hawaiian Telcom President and Bell Charitable Foundation board member Su Shin.

Source: https://bigislandnow.com/2023/10/27/big-island-nonprofit-one-of-six-recipients-of-grants-to-address-digital-equity/