150 HAWAII PARENT May/June 2025 For 30 years, the Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture (INPEACE) has been dedicated to uplifting communities along the Wai‘anae Coast, focusing on educational programs, economic development, and cultural empowerment. Now, in a historic move, INPEACE has purchased the former Kaiser Permanente Nānāikeola Clinic in Nānākuli, securing a permanent home for its vital mission. A Space for Growth and Healing The 15,000-square-foot building, set on a 1.4-acre site, represents more than just a headquarters; it is a beacon of hope for the community. After years of leasing office spaces scattered across West O‘ahu, INPEACE will finally consolidate its operations into one central hub. This move not only streamlines its services but also amplifies its ability to serve local families. “The Wai‘anae Coast has always been our home, and now with a building of our own, we look forward to consolidating our offices and expanding our services to revitalize the local economy and enhance educational resources,” says CEO Sanoe Marfil. “We are so grateful to Kaiser Permanente for this opportunity, and we are committed to honoring the legacy of healing here by giving this space new life.” The purchase was made possible through an ambitious capital campaign launched in August 2024. Philanthropic support from donors such as MacKenzie Scott, Nakupuna Foundation, Kosasa Foundation, Atherton Family Foundation, and many others helped raise the $5.3 million necessary for acquisition. But INPEACE’s journey doesn’t stop here. The nonprofit is now working to secure an additional $2.4 million to renovate and expand the site, ensuring it meets the needs of the current and future families it serves. A Legacy of Service Continues The building’s history is woven into the fabric of the community. For years, the Nānāikeola Clinic served as a trusted medical facility, offering care and comfort to thousands. Though the clinic closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, its spirit of service endures. Many Kaiser Permanente staff members, including Dr. Marcus Iwane, began their careers at Nānāikeola and now carry that experience forward into other medical offices in West O‘ahu. “Along with our care teams that served in our former Nānāikeola Clinic, we collectively share our gratitude to INPEACE for breathing new life into this space,” says Dr. Iwane, Kaiser Permanente physician in charge, Leeward Area and Mapunapuna
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