In 2007, Suzanne Nakano was invited to a lunch to learn about the National Christian Foundation (NCF), which is dedicated to fostering wise giving. Surprisingly, nothing was shared about NCF at that meeting. Instead, those gathered ate sandwiches and talked about the beautiful things about Hawai’i. Ironically, ignoring the topic for which they had gathered ignited Suzanne’s curiosity about the Foundation. After the meeting ended, she read the NCF website. 

The stories of positive change on the site resonated with her so much that she immediately opened a donor-advised fund, the Conduit Fund, under NCF’s 501(c)(3) umbrella and started giving from the fund. A few months after opening the Conduit Fund, Suzanne started giving appreciated assets to increase the funds to distribute. 

Over the years, moved by the opportunity to make a lasting impact, Suzanne’s support for nonprofits has snowballed into a passionate advocacy for the people of Hawai’i! Through strategic giving, Suzanne is helping to fund emergency needs and the long-term goals of over fifty charities. She is also making arrangements to continue this giving after her death.

Your donation to the Conduit Fund is more than a financial contribution. It's a vote of confidence in the Hawai'i organizations that facilitate a thriving community. Together, we can achieve more. 

Please join us as a conduit for miracles, blessings, and wise giving through the “Transformational Giver Button" or QR code, or make checks payable to the "National Christian Foundation" footnote Conduit Fund and mail to---
 

Conduit Fund  

1388 Ala Moana Blvd. #1800 

Honolulu, HI 96814

Thank you very much!