Hawaii Non-Profits

Finding Out About Hawaii's Nonprofits and the Great Work They Do


A large number of nonprofit organizations are based in Hawaii, and they have a profoundly positive influence on the areas where they operate. These organizations are an excellent resource for those in need as well as for committed volunteers wishing to support worthwhile causes, helping to alleviate poverty, support education, and more. Some of the leading charities in the Aloha State are described below:

Kokua Kalihi Valley (KKV)

 is an organization that strives to improve conditions in the Kalihi Valley region on the island of Oahu. Its projects cover everything from improving access to healthcare to ensuring food security. They work to make sure their customers receive the resources they require by collaborating with nearby schools, churches, and other nonprofit outreach programs.

Institute for Pacific Islands Forestry

promotes the preservation of tropical forests. In addition to promoting sustainable forestry practices, they perform research on conservation methods for forest species and habitats specifically designed for island ecosystems.

Iniiative for Hawaiian Legacy Reforestation (HLRI)

A nonprofit organization called HLRI is committed to reforesting native plants on Hawaii's numerous islands. Together with people in the area, they work on creating sustainable economic opportunities and restoring the important ecological balance.

Hui o Wa'a Kaulua

The dual goals of Hui o Wa'a Kaulua are to save cultural traditions and promote ocean sustainability and safety. With informative discussions, movie screenings, and practical workshops using traditional Hawaiian voyaging canoes (known as "wa'a"), they strive to raise awareness of new marine challenges including coral bleaching. For middle school students interested in learning more about Hawaiian navigational methods and traditional sailing practices, the group also provides after-school sessions.

Hawaii Community Foundation (HCF)

HCF helps pay for important community services on each of Hawaii's eight main islands so that the state can be stronger. Also, HCF works to speed up the recovery of people who have been hurt by poverty or natural disasters by increasing the financial aid programs and resources offered by partner organizations, such as banks or credit unions that work directly with disaster victims. There are scholarships for summer camps and special events for students to learn about STEM fields.

The goal of Y.E.S. (Youth Entrepreneur Success) By encouraging young people to become entrepreneurs, Y.E.S. Education works to make the world a more equal place where youth are united in their care for one another and respect for the environment around them.

Y.E.S. (Youth Entrepreneur Success)  A nonprofit organization called Yes Education aims to bring about positive change in many areas by offering opportunities for selfless volunteerism and life skills training. Using our data-driven models, we strive to create long-lasting solutions that empower young people and those who are disadvantaged in society. Due to our nonprofit structure, we are able to tackle the effects of social inequity with less overhead.

Here are just a handful of Hawaii's amazing nonprofit organizations. Consider reaching out if you reside there or will soon be there to see how you can help; you might wind up being a part of something extremely good! Plenty additional people are working on equally important tasks.


These are just a few of the incredible nonprofits operating in Hawaii. If you live there or will soon be there, think about getting in touch to see how you can contribute—you might end up being a part of something very beneficial! There are countless more people working on projects that are equally vital.