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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With winter weather comes hazardous road conditions. Extreme weather can cause low visibility, slick roads, and slowdowns. It is best to stay off the roads during extreme weather, but if you need to drive, make sure you are prepared by packing an emergency kit, tire chains, and tow strap.

To learn more about cold weather road hazards & emergency kit extras, go to: www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/Pages/Cold-Weather-Road-Hazards.aspx

For quick map travel alerts go to: quickmap.dot.ca.gov

For current road, information go to: roads.dot.ca.gov

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With winter weather comes hazardous road conditions. Extreme weather can cause low visibility, slick roads, and slowdowns. It is best to stay off the roads during extreme weather, but if you need to drive, make sure you are prepared by packing an emergency kit, tire chains, and tow strap. 

To learn more about cold weather road hazards & emergency kit extras, go to: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/Pages/Cold-Weather-Road-Hazards.aspx 

For quick map travel alerts go to: https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov 

For current road, information go to: https://roads.dot.ca.gov 

#malotongaie #inlandempire #ontario #safetyfirst #emergencykit #travel #community
3 days ago
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Getting vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 during pregnancy passes protective antibodies to your baby. This helps protect babies for several months after birth, until they are old enough to get vaccinated at 6 months old.

Contact your health care provider about getting the updated vaccines or go to MyTurn.ca.gov to schedule a vaccine appointment #malotongaie #monday #ontario #Flu #inlandempire #Vaccine
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Getting vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 during pregnancy passes protective antibodies to your baby. This helps protect babies for several months after birth, until they are old enough to get vaccinated at 6 months old.

Contact your health care provider about getting the updated vaccines or go to MyTurn.ca.gov to schedule a vaccine appointment #malotongaie #monday #ontario #flu #inlandempire #vaccine
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See what safe internal temperature to cook common holiday meats to this season. Always cook meat and eggs to a safe internal temperature to ensure it is safe to eat. Check the temperature with a food thermometer. Wash your hands before, during, and after preparing food. For more holiday tidbits visit www.cdc.gov/foodsafety/people-at-risk-food-poisoning.html #foodpoisoning #malotongaie #ontario #inlandempire #Holidays #community ... See MoreSee Less

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Good morning everyone !!?
Join us this Saturday at the Garcia Center for the Arts starting at 10am until 2pm - bring the whole family! Enjoy activities for the kids, free food live entertainment, free COVID boosters, free medical screenings, and more.
You'll also receive a free gift card if you get vaccinated!
Keep your family safe during the holidays and cold seasons that are right around the corner. #wwrc #sanbernardinocounty #malotongaie #inlandempire #ontario #Vaccine #TogetherWeGetBetter #influenza
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Good morning everyone !!?
Join us this Saturday at the Garcia Center for the Arts starting at 10am until 2pm - bring the whole family! Enjoy activities for the kids, free food live entertainment, free COVID boosters, free medical screenings, and more.
Youll also receive a free gift card if you get vaccinated!
Keep your family safe during the holidays and cold seasons that are right around the corner. #wwrc #sanbernardinocounty #malotongaie #inlandempire #ontario #vaccine #togetherwegetbetter #influenza
2 weeks ago
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HAPPENING NOW: 3rd Annual #InlandEmpireApprenticeshipExpo
Discover options for tuition FREE apprenticeship training, get paid as you learn in well paying jobs and meet with colleges!
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#MoVal Resource Center @ 14075 Frederick Street
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