No One Left Behind

Our Team

The day after the devastating Lahaina fires, our team at Aloha Ranch got straight to work, helping in every way we could. It's all thanks to our incredible volunteers, generous donors, and local partners that we've been able to make a real difference.

Nicole Angove

Jelena Dackovic

Denise 'Neesey' Nussbaum

Outreach Coordinator

Nicole ensures that our donation drives and volunteer efforts are organized efficiently, connecting resources with those who need them most.

Outreach Director

Jelena has 20 years of experience working with at-risk and houseless populations and has been the lead outreach person for Aloha Ranch since 2019.

Founder & Director

With over 40 years of experience working with marginalized populations, Denise leads Aloha Ranch with compassion and dedication. Her vision drives the mission to help houseless families rebuild their lives.

Our Heart and Purpose

Compassion

Rooted in compassion and the spirit of aloha, we approach every individual with empathy and understanding, recognizing their inherent dignity.

Collaboration

Working together with community partners, volunteers, and local organizations to create a unified front against housing instability.

Community-Centered

Actively listening to community needs and ensuring our programs are culturally relevant and directly address the unique challenges of Lahaina.