pacific island knowledge 2 action resources

community powered.

community-led.

empowering pacific islander communities through culture, care, + economic opportunity.

supporting families, strengthening cultural identity, & building pathways to economic self-sufficiency across utah and beyond…

who we are.

PIK2AR is a Pacific Islander–led nonprofit building stronger, healthier, and more self-sustaining communities.

Rooted in trauma-informed, culturally grounded practices, we work across social services, economic empowerment, and cultural arts to uplift individuals and families.

We are a strength-based ecosystem of programs and events that aim to eliminate violence, empower, improve health, and give dignity and hope by increasing personal and financial growth into ethnic and underserved households.

We promote and perpetuate all Pacific Islander cultures, create alliances, and bridge communities through sharing resources, education, and offering vital support.

We meet people where they’re at and help them get to where they want to be.

our impact.

empowered living services.

11,700 Families Served by PIK2AR Food Bank Programming
1,200 Individuals received Culturally-Relevent Case Management Services
212 Peer Support Groups held weekly inside the Utah State Correctional Facility
$68,500 Distributed to over 40 Domestic Violence Survivors

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our impact.

Pacific Island Chamber of Commerce.

250+ Business Owners Assisted
$35,000 Distributed To Over 30 Small Businesses
Monthly Meet-Ups, Mentorship With Successful Business Owners In The Community, + Access To Capital Funds For Small Businesses, Start-Ups, & Other Business Ventures.
Business Education, Financial Literacy, + Collaboration With National Partners.

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our community programming.

the top 3.

Pasifika Enriching Arts Utah (P.E.A.U.)

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Pacific Island Chamber of Commerce (P.I.C.C.)

arts & humanities

Art is a powerful tool to perpetuate and preserve our traditional art forms while also bringing them into the present through modern interpretations.

We host art workshops, artist meet-ups, and other opportunities for our Pasifika artists of all mediums to gather and collaborate. Whether you’re a painter, dancer, writer, or filmmaker, our artist-run arts program is focused on creative fulfillment and sustainability.

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Empowered Living Services (E.L.S.)

economic development

Our community is buzzing with the entrepreneurial spirit and through our Pacific Island Chamber of Commerce and associated initiatives we promote the growth and advancement of our Pacific Island community.

If you’re looking for help starting or maintaining your business, we hope you’ll trust us to find the resources to assist you to the next level of your business journey.

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empowered living & social services

Knowledge is power and our organization was built on the idea that knowledge should be adequate enough to help you take action.

This program covers our direct, social services such as our peer support groups, case managing, and community health workers. To take advantage of opportunities, you have to feel empowered to take that next step, and we aid our community in taking that next step!