MĀLŌ E LELEI! – HELLO!

Welcome to MALO, or Motivating Action Leadership Opportunity, a nonprofit organization that serves Tongan Americans in the Inland Empire area through youth mentorship, job readiness, resource literacy, and cultural gathering events.

Building a Healthier Community Together: COVID-19 and Beyond

Although Governor Newsom has ended California’s State of Emergency as a result of COVID-19, MALO continues to recognize the efforts of local organizations that have helped their communities from 2020 to now, as we continue to support the Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander populations affected by this crisis.

LEARN MORE ABOUT IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON NHPI

Additionally, we are continuing to celebrate the beautiful blend of culture between the Inland Empire community and Tongan and American identities. Scroll down to see all the work we’ve been doing.

“MALO takes action towards positive change throughout Ontario and rest of the Inland Empire.  We nurture connections between Tongans and their long time cultural community to keep the Tongan culture alive.
Through motivating actions, radical leadership, and learning opportunities, MALO continues to develop ways to share the beautiful culture of Tonga. Our positive change is fueled by the community’s collective desire to not lose our identities as proud Tongan/Tongan Americans.”

Early 2017
March 2017
May 2018
May 2018
July 2018
Early 2020
April 2020 – Present
January 2021 – Present
July 2022
October 2022 – Present
Spring 2023 – Present

Early 2017

MALO est.

 

 

Tongan American community members come together to create an organization that serves the

Tongan and Pacific Islander populations of the Inland Empire.

 

March 2017

Cultural Annual Event

 

 

MALO hosts its first annual event celebrating Tongan culture.

 

May 2018

Ontario Park Performance

 

 

MALO gives an opportunity for Tongan American youth to perform and share their culture

at a new Ontario park.

 

May 2018

NAISA Opening

 

 

MALO community members opened for the annual Native American Indigenous Studies

Association with a speech and māʻuluʻulu performance.

 

July 2018

First Ontario Independence Parade

 

 

MALO organizes community members to proudly represent the Tongan American identity

for the first time at the Ontario Independence Day Parade.

 

Early 2020

Census Efforts

 

 

We boost the 2020 Census counting in hard-to-count Tongan and Tongan American

populations in the Inland Empire.

 

April 2020 – Present

Pandemic Assistance

 

 

MALO began collecting donations (PPE and Food) to distribute throughout the Inland Empire

to help Tongan families with day-to-day needs as we fight COVID-19.

 

January 2021 – Present

Vaccine Clinics

 

 

MALO continues to do COVID testing and vaccine outreach as we fight for immunity

for all our community members.

 

July 2022

IKUNA Backpack Distribution

 

 

MALO held its 5th annual IKUNA backpack distribution in July 2022!

It was combined with a vaccine site and a wellness fair, and

MALO was so ecstatic to see all the love and support.

 

October 2022 – Present

Zumba Socials

 

 

MALO begins to hold Zumba socials three times a week for the community

to come together, exercise, enjoy light refreshments, and socialize!

 

Spring 2023 – Present

Kisina Health

 

Bridging the gap between our community, our data, and local resources for Tongan and Pacific Islander communty in the Inland Empire region.

Ko hono fakafehokotaki‘i ‘a e vā ‘o hotau komiunitī, hotau talaʹ, mo e ma‘u‘anga me‘a
fakakolo ki he Tongaʹ mo e komiunitī kakai Pasifikiʹ ‘i he vāhenga Inland Empire.

 

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21 hours ago
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🚨TOMORROW🚨 9/23/2023 To assist students of all ages, we are giving a variety of supplies, such as notebooks, pencils, backpacks, and more. Don't miss out. It will be held at 810 E Princeton St,
Ontario, CA 91764 if you have any questions please reach out to Ted Burnett
☎️951-316-4086 #malotongaie
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🚨TOMORROW🚨 9/23/2023 To assist students of all ages, we are giving a variety of supplies, such as notebooks, pencils, backpacks, and more. Dont miss out. It will be held at 810 E Princeton St,
Ontario, CA 91764 if you have any questions please reach out to Ted Burnett
☎️951-316-4086 #malotongaie
#school #supplies #ontario #inlandempjre #studentsuccess
22 hours ago
MALO

Babies under 6 months can’t get a flu or COVID-19 vaccine but their loved ones can. Surround your baby with the best protection. Get your updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines today (and at the same time!) to keep you and your family healthy.

Contact your health care provider or go to MyTurn.ca.gov to schedule an appointment #malotongaie #myturn #ontario #inlandempire #babies #covid_19 #vaccines
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Babies under 6 months can’t get a flu or COVID-19 vaccine but their loved ones can. Surround your baby with the best protection. Get your updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines today (and at the same time!) to keep you and your family healthy.

Contact your health care provider or go to MyTurn.ca.gov to schedule an appointment #malotongaie #myturn #ontario #inlandempire #babies #covid_19 #vaccines
2 days ago
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Older adults are more likely to get very sick from flu, RSV and COVID-19. As we get older, we need updated vaccines to keep our immune systems healthy and strong. Talk to your health care provider about getting vaccinate​d for flu, COVID-19 and RSV today.

​You can schedule your flu and COVID-19 vaccine appointment at MyTurn.ca.gov​. #malotongaie #TheElders #ontario #inlandempire #covid_19 #vaccine
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Older adults are more likely to get very sick from flu, RSV and COVID-19. As we get older, we need updated vaccines to keep our immune systems healthy and strong. Talk to your health care provider about getting vaccinate​d for flu, COVID-19 and RSV today. 

​You can schedule your flu and COVID-19 vaccine appointment at MyTurn.ca.gov​. #malotongaie #theelders #ontario #inlandempire #covid_19 #vaccineImage attachmentImage attachment+4Image attachment
3 days ago
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Getting vaccinated against the flu and COVID-19 is a safe and powerful tool to help prevent severe illness and hospitalization—and you can get both updated vaccines at the same time! Contact your health care provider or make an appointment for both vaccines at MyTurn.ca.gov. #malotongaie #2in1 #vaccines #covid_19 #flushot #ontario #inlandempire ... See MoreSee Less

Getting vaccinated against the flu and COVID-19 is a safe and powerful tool to help prevent severe illness and hospitalization—and you can get both updated vaccines at the same time! Contact your health care provider or make an appointment for both vaccines at MyTurn.ca.gov. #malotongaie #2in1 #vaccines #covid_19 #flushot #ontario #inlandempire
4 days ago
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Keep kids safe in school. To protect your children, family, and community against COVID-19, stay informed about:

Local health rules, which may be more restrictive than statewide rules
Your school’s masking policies #malotongaie #ontario #masking #covid_19 #inlandempire #schools
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Keep kids safe in school. To protect your children, family, and community against COVID-19, stay informed about:

Local health rules, which may be more restrictive than statewide rules
Your school’s masking policies #malotongaie #ontario #masking #covid_19 #inlandempire #schoolsImage attachment
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