Letter: Generosity of Benioffs go back a long way
Approximately 20 years ago my family was honored by the unbelievable kindness of a couple of folks living in Waimea on the Big Island. Local kids from around the island were invited to apply for full-ride scholarships at Hawaii Preparatory Academy and Parker School, and my Native Hawaiian son was one of the lucky ones chosen.
The donors wanted to host and meet the kids and their families at their house — no fanfare, no press releases, no media coverage.
Last week Marc and Lynne Benioff continued their giving with gifts to two hospitals in Hilo and Honolulu (“Landmark donation,” Star-Advertiser, March 5). Some people are skeptical and question their motives. I know that the Benioffs’ kindness didn’t start with my family 20 years ago, and will not end anytime soon. They may not remember me, but I remember them and am still eternally grateful.
Laura Aquino
Kailua-Kona
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