This is Older Americans Month, which honors elders across the nation who have demonstrated dedication and generosity as volunteers.

To recognize our own Island kupuna, we'd like you to tell as about an elder who has made a difference in your life or in the lives of others.

Send your name, age, phone number, address and story to: Kupuna, Island Life, The Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; or e-mail it to zserrano@honoluluadvertiser.com with "Kupuna" in the subject line. Submissions may be edited. Deadline is May 11.