RONALD McDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES HAWAII WELCOMES NEW PRESIDENT — ED NISHIOKA

HONOLULU, February 23, 2024 — Ronald McDonald House Charities of Hawaii welcomes its new president, Ed Nishioka.

Nishioka is taking over for Jerri Chong who retired after 23 years of leading the organization. He previously served as Director of Development for the Boy Scouts of America, Aloha Council and managed Marcus Mariota’s Motiv8 Foundation for eight years.

The RMHC Board of Directors firmly believes that Nishioka’s vision and guidance will build on its successful mission and elevate the organization to the next level. “We are very excited to have Ed as our new president,” said RMHC Board Chair Dr. Lois Chiu. “He brings a wealth of non–profit experience with a strong history of raising funding for various charitable causes in Hawaii. Ed’s leadership and business acumen will help lead RMHC into a promising new era.”

As President, he will establish RMHC’s strategic vision and organizational culture by collaborating with the board of directors, senior leadership team and stakeholders. Additionally, Nishioka will oversee all aspects of RMHC Hawaii, which includes increasing its fundraising, internal and external team building, finance, communications, marketing and development of programs and managing a staff of more than 20 members. He will work closely with the Board of Directors and staff to spearhead key fundraising efforts such as the annual gala dinner, Hawaii Golf Classic, the 5k Red Shoe event and McFun–Raising booklets.

Nishioka currently serves on several Board of Directors, including Straub Medical Center, Boys and Girls Club of Hawaii, American Fundraising Professionals Aloha Chapter, Southern Oregon University, and Kidz for a Cause. “This opportunity truly feels like a dream come true. I am passionate about RMHC’s incredible mission of providing a loving home–away–from–home for keiki with serious illnesses,” said Nishioka. “I am grateful for everyone’s support and excited to work towards making a positive impact in the lives of families.”

With more than a decade of experience in senior management positions, Nishioka has dedicated himself to serving the community through various organizations, including Hawaii Pacific Health, the Association of Fundraising Professionals, and the Boys and Girls Club of Hawaii. As the Director of Development at the Boys Scouts of America, he led initiatives in new business development, fundraising, events, partnerships, and marketing. Previously, he served as Mayor Frank Fasi’s press secretary and as Deputy Director under Mayor Mufi Hannemann.

Nishioka has been recognized by the Hawaii Jaycees as Young Person of the Year, Pacific Business News’ 40–under–40 and Pacific Century Fellows. He holds a master’s degree from California State University at Chico and a bachelor’s degree from Southern Oregon University.

About Ronald McDonald House Charities Hawaii: Ronald McDonald House Charities Hawaii, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non–profit organization providing a home–away–from–home for seriously ill children and their families. RMHC Hawaii has been providing programs and partnerships aimed at improving the lives of children in Hawaii and the Pacific region for 37 years. RMHC Hawaii operates two residential facilities to assist families that have children with serious health conditions and must fly to Oahu for critical medical treatments not available where they live. Lengths of stay vary widely depending on diagnosis, but can range from several days to several months. Nearly 15,000 families have spent nearly 140,000 nights at Ronald McDonald Houses in Hawaii, receiving assistance from RMHC family programs and services. The House strives to foster emotional, spiritual, and compassionate support to all who live within—keeping families close to the medical care they need and to each other. Visit www.RonaldHouseHawaii.org. Visit www.RonaldHouseHawaii.org