April 7, 2025
KS Maui haumāna and community boost restoration vision for Ka Malu site in Lahaina
Kamehameha Schools Maui haumāna recently planted native ʻaʻaliʻi and wiliwili at the Ka Malu site on ʻĀina Pauahi in Kuʻia, Maui. The plants were carefully propagated at the ʻAʻapueo campus. Their hana is part of a bigger community-focused restoration effort ma uka to ma kai.
March 24, 2025
Sixth graders from Kamehameha Schools Kapālama traveled to Maui to deliver their “love letter to Lahaina” in the form of a theatrical performance. “Ka Malu Ulu o Lele” is an entertaining, emotional journey that tells of Lahaina’s prestigious history, and the forces that worked to erase its Hawaiian culture and abundance. Haumāna also shared common-sense solutions, in a way only ʻōpio can.
Feb. 7, 2025
The ma uka to ma kai restoration of Kamehameha Schools’ lands in Kuʻia, Lahaina mirrors the efforts to restore kaiāulu there. With her people leading the way, KS envisions the return of Lahaina to the “breadbasket of West Maui.” And those seeds of change are being planted now.
Aug. 8, 2024
E holomua kākou: Like the hearty ‘a‘ali‘i plant, Lahaina finds resilience in the face of adversity
Lahaina ʻohana and KS land stewards take cues from the hearty ʻaʻaliʻi plant as they holomua toward restoration.
Aug. 6, 2024
This KS Kaiāulu-sponsored voyaging program is bringing joy back to Lahaina families
Hui o Waʻa Kaulua offers cultural education programs that foster resilience and joy for families impacted by the Maui wildfires.
July 15, 2024
West Maui ‘ōpio connect with ‘āina, wai through summer camp supported by KS Kaiāulu
Nearly two dozen high school haumāna, most from West Maui, embarked on a summer camp-style learning journey in Honokōhau Valley. Funding for the camp was made possible by Kamehameha Schools Kaiāulu through a Summer Boost program.
May 2, 2024
How this chocolatier is sowing seeds of resilience in Kuʻia
Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate has endured crises with a steadfast commitment to cacao cultivation and philanthropy.
May 2, 2024
CNHA program supported by Kamehameha Schools equips Maui residents for Lahaina recovery
Maui residents who want to be a part of the rebuilding of Lahaina can receive free trade certifications through the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement with support from Kamehameha Schools.
Feb. 20, 2024
Hoʻōla Maui Fund gives Lahaina educator a hand-up
With support from the Hoʻōla Maui Fund, Zoe Acantilado and her ʻohana have found resilience, rebuilt their sense of community and embraced a hopeful future.
Jan. 11, 2024
Kōkua from I Mua Maui Fund helps KS alum and ʻohana move forward
Rooted in their faith, the Pratt ʻohana is rebuilding their lives post-Lahaina wildfires with gratitude.
Nov. 6, 2023
Healing hands and coloring books: KS supports mental health efforts on Maui
Healing opportunities were created for those affected by the August wildfires on Maui through community collaboration.
Oct. 24, 2023
Kamehameha Schools, public teachers union partnership delivers aloha, school supplies to Maui keiki
Kamehameha Schools and the Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association formed a partnership rooted in aloha to deliver free backpacks filled with school supplies to hundreds of haumāna impacted by the Aug. 8 wildfires.
Sept. 18, 2023
Standing together with our Maui community
Several Kamehameha Schools employees with deep roots and connections to Lahaina are now focusing their work on the healing and recovery ahead for Maui. Together, they allowed KS to respond to urgent needs and deploy resources immediately.
Aug. 24, 2023
Kamehameha Schools limahana, alums support Maui Ola benefit concert
Using the power of mele to heal and restore, a lāhui-driven effort resulted in a hugely successful Maui Ola concert, benefitting those impacted by the Maui wildfires.