I am sitting in my car at the defunct Pu‘ukoli‘i Train Station in Ka‘anapali at 8:45 in the morning. This is the designated meet up spot for the Malama Honokowai Project, a Saturday volunteer activity that takes you deep into Honokowai Valley. I have no idea what I am getting myself into but I am jazzed about seeing an area of the island I have never experienced, and excited to … [Read more...] about Summer for a Cause: Experience Maui while giving back with voluntourism
volunteer
Volunteer with the Polanui CMMA at Lindsey Ohana Hale
You can volunteer with the Polanui CMMA at Lindsey Ohana Hale on Thursday, April 15. The Polanui Hiu is comprised of a group that’s concerned about the decline of our marine resources and the current state of Maui’s reefs. The Hiu believes that by involving people of like minds, the reefs can heal and find balance. The major objectives are to educate, create awareness and … [Read more...] about Volunteer with the Polanui CMMA at Lindsey Ohana Hale
County of Maui to recognize volunteer heroes
Maui's “Volunteer Heroes” will be recognized during a Celebration of Service on Friday, Oct. 27 from 9am to 10:30am at the Mayor’s Conference Room on the 9th Floor of the County Building. This event, which recognizes volunteers who have made a great impact in Maui County, is held in conjunction with National “Make a Difference Day.” The County of Maui Department of Housing … [Read more...] about County of Maui to recognize volunteer heroes
Hui O Waa Kaulua Needs Help To Finish Its Voyaging Canoe
The Hui o Wa‘a Kaulua in Lahaina would like volunteer carpenters, woodworkers and finishers to finish building the Mo‘okiha o Pi’ilani (“Sacred Lizard of Maui”), Maui’s first deep-ocean voyaging canoe. The Hui wants to launch the Mo‘okiha at the winter solstice, Dec. 21, 2013. They need volunteers with woodworking, carpentry and wood finishing skills to help with shelving in … [Read more...] about Hui O Waa Kaulua Needs Help To Finish Its Voyaging Canoe
Rocker Sammy Hagar helps A Keiki’s Dream with HERO Awards
Sammy Hagar has a dream to help as many children as possible, starting with youth in Maui County. The well known Rock and Roll Hall of Fame celebrity has ties to Maui and his bar Sammy's Beach Bar and Grill, located at Kahului Airport, supports our local non-profit A Keiki's Dream through the Hagar Family Foundation. Recently in a private ceremony at Mala Wailea, Hagar passed … [Read more...] about Rocker Sammy Hagar helps A Keiki’s Dream with HERO Awards