Animal rescuer, nonprofits deliver over 200 pounds of pet food to Molokai

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A Molokai woman is working with volunteers to get even more pet food to the island after a successful 200-pound delivery on Thursday.

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Maraya Pierro, founder of the nonprofit Rescue Kitties of Hawaii, moved to Molokai from Oahu to address the limited pet services on the island.

She said since the March Kona low storms, the need for pet food and care has been constant.

After rescue groups and charities chipped in to help, Maraya said thousands of pounds have been delivered since the storms.

“It’s really humbling to see so many people come together so fast, and it truly is making an impact for this island,” she said. “It’s gonna make such a difference just as it did on the last ones. So it’s a blessing, a true blessing.”

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The nonprofit said another 700 pounds is scheduled for delivery Saturday, and volunteers will distribute pet food to Molokai residents and animal owners.

Maraya said the best way to help with transportation is to donate to Aloha Aviators for fuel costs.

To help animals in need on Molokai, Rescue Kitties of Hawaii created a Linktree and asks that donations be labeled “Molokai.”

The nonprofit said 100% of cash donations go to the animals.

They also created an Amazon wishlist for pet food.

Rescue Kitties of Hawaii said it is the only resuce on Molokai helping all animals in need, and its volunteers are primarily lifelong Molokai residents.

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Click here to learn more about Rescue Kitties of Hawaii online.