WAILUKU, Hawaii (KHON2) -- A Maui librarian became a strong presence in Lahaina following the devastating Aug. 8, 2023, Lahaina wildfires, leaving the island's west side without a library. Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Less than a month after the wildfires, Wailuku Public Library librarian Jessica Gleason sprung into action and took charge of a bookmobile, offering multiple services for displaced residents. 100% of this gift’s proceeds go directly to rebuilding Lāhainā Gleason worked with shopping centers, hotels, schools, churches and local government to help provide books, Wi-Fi, meals, clothing and other essentials. The American Library Association recognized Gleason's efforts and announced her as one of ten recipients nationwide for the 2025 I Love My Librarian Award, an honor given to someone who has made a profound impact in their community. According to ALA, each winner was nominated by community members "for their expertise, dedication and profound impact on the people in their communities." Find more Hawaii, Oahu, Maui and Kauai news here In addition to recognition, Gleason won $5,000 and a travel stipend to attend an award ceremony at the 2025 LibLearnX Conference in Phoneix from Jan. 24 to Jan. 27.