Bank of Hawaiʻi opens newest branch in Lahaina; its Foundation donates $100K to support residents

Bank of Hawaiʻi marked the grand opening of its new Lahaina Branch on Maui on Monday with a private blessing ceremony and a donation of $100,000 to provide support to Lahaina residents who are at risk of losing their homes to foreclosure.

This grant from Bank of Hawaiʻi Foundation to Holomua Collective was amplified with a $150,000 match from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB), amounting to $250,000.

Bank of Hawaiʻi’s new Lahaina Branch marks a return to the community it has proudly served for nearly a century—beginning with its first branch in the area on Front Street in 1930. Its previous location on Papalaua Street was destroyed in the 2023 wildfires.

The new 3,400-square-foot branch features the bank’s signature Branch of Tomorrow concept, including innovative features designed for flexible customer experiences, such as a technology-focused Teller Bar, Pili Rooms for private consultations and a Banklanai with 24/7 ATM and Business Depository. Interior touches reflect the community and its unique history.

“We are thrilled to open our new Lahaina Branch, bringing us back to this cherished town. This Branch of Tomorrow reflects our commitment to the people of Lahaina and honors nearly a century of history and connection with the town. We look forward to continuing our legacy of giving back and serving our customers with dedication and aloha,” said Peter Ho, Chairman and CEO of Bank of Hawaiʻi. 

Bank of Hawaiʻi has donated more than $1.3 million for a variety of relief efforts to support the Lahaina community. Some of its Foundation’s previous contributions include:

• $100,000 donation to Hawai‘i Community Lending for the Lahaina Homeowner Recovery Program.
• The Lahaina Homeowner Recovery Program received a 3:1 match from FHLB and resulted in $400,000 for Lahaina residents.
• Bank of Hawaiʻi Foundation contributed $100,000 to Hawaiʻi Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund.
• BOH branch locations collected nearly $500,000 while serving as donation points for the Hawaiʻi Bankers Association’s effort to support the campaign.

The Lahaina Branch is located at the Lahaina Cannery Mall and open six days a week. It is located at 1183 Honoapiʻilani Highway, Unit 102 in Lahaina. Business hours are Mondays-Fridays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The architect was Peter Vincent Architects, and the contractor was Arita Poulson General Contracting LLC. Permitting for this project began in August 2022.

“Today’s opening further demonstrates Bank of Hawaiʻi’s commitment to every neighborhood it serves. Bank of Hawaiʻi is honored to be the only financial institution with branches on all islands and throughout the West Pacific,” according to the announcement. It is investing even further in these close-knit communities with the following Branch of Tomorrow transformations over the next year:

• Tamuning, Guam (new West Pacific Headquarters scheduled to open in July)
• Hāna, Maui
• Lānaʻi
• Kaunakakai, Molokaʻi
• Kaʻū, Hawaiʻi Island
• Kona, Hawaiʻi Island

For more information, visit: boh.com/lahaina.