Maui Kokua

Maui Kokua

We are sure you are aware of the devastating news regarding recent fire activity on both the Big Island and Maui. Fortunately, Hawaii County was able to contain the activity on our island. Kudo’s to Mayor Roth and the emergency responders of Hawaii Island for their efforts to abate disaster. As we all know, Maui was not so fortunate.

Help is pouring in from around our island community, the nation, and the world as leaders and residents of Maui assess their own losses and needs. You may be wondering what you can do to aid in the response and recovery of the Maui people. Here is the some information to assist you in determining how to help.

Monetary Donations


  • Hawai'i Community Foundation Maui Strong Fund - The Hawai'i Community Foundation (HCF) is a 501 (c)(3) organization whose mission is to "inspire generosity, advocate for equity, forge connections and invest in community to create a better Hawai'i. Every contribution to HCF's Maui Strong Fund, large or small, will make a difference as we work to support communities through services including shelter, food, financial assistance and other needs as they arise. 100% of funds raised will be distributed for the community needs in Maui. 


  • REALTOR® Relief Fund Contributions - Every dollar donated goes directly to victims of disasters. The National Association of REALTORS® is pleased to cover 100% of administrative expenses.



Housing/Shelter


  • Mauikokua.com is now up and running, provided as a community service by Hawaii Information Service. Please visit this site to offer up and/or find housing options for displaced Maui Residents. A link to the "People Finder" Google Doc can also be found there.


Other Needs and Resource Delivery


  • Hawaii Island REALTORS® have created an Amazon Wish List so high priority items most needed could be delivered directly to the REALTOR® Association of Maui for distribution to people in need. These items include clothing for men, women and children, bedding supplies, bath towels, diapers, etc.. To purchase items an this list go to: Amazon Wish List

UPDATE (Mayor Roth's FB Post 8/13)

"Through our initial conversations with Maui stakeholders, it’s become clear that the outpouring of support from around the state and world has been incredible. However, they don’t yet have the teams in place to receive all of the stuff that people are sending over.


While we work diligently to establish a pipeline so that all the resources needed on Maui are received and distributed in a timely manner, it’s important to be mindful of our footprint.


Right now, these are our prescribed actions to minimize our footprint, while maximizing out impacts.

  • Contribute to high-impact organizations
  • Hold off on physical goods… for now
  • Help house those who are displaced
  • Share your talents when the time is right
  • Stay put until Maui is ready for us
  • Please remember that Maui’s recovery will be a marathon and not a sprint. We are only just at the beginning of this as a state, and we will all need to be prepared for the long haul."


#MālamaMaui  #AlohaLāhainā


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