Volunteer in Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation

Directions to 66-249 Kamehameha Highway
Haleiwa, HI 96712
Organization

Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation

EducationEnvironment & ConservationHealth & Wellness
66-249 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Hi 96712
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Mission

OUR MISSION

Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation (KHF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 2003 by Kim and Jack Johnson, that supports environmental education in the schools and communities of Hawaiʻi.

We provide opportunities that enhance appreciation for and understanding of the environment to inspire lifelong stewards of the earth.

KHF cultivates long-lasting behavior change around sustainability by engaging students, educators, families, and community in hands-on environmental stewardship. We provide inspiration, resources, experiences, and connectionsthat:

  • Promote Local & Healthy Food Awareness, Production & Consumption
  • Empower Viable Waste ReductionPractices & Systems
  • Foster ʻĀina- & Place-Based Respect, Understanding, and Practice
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About

Kokua Hawaii Foundation School Programs

‘AINA In Schools 
Launched in 2006, ‘AINA in Schools is a farm to school initiative dedicated to connecting children to their land, waters and food to grow a healthier Hawai’i. Our mission is to “Actively Integrate Nutrition and Agriculture In Schools”. In addition to encouraging the use of locally grown fruits and vegetables in school meals and snacks, the program includes standards-based nutrition, garden and compost curricula that empower children to grow their own food, make informed food decisions, and reduce waste. ‘AINA In Schools also provides field trips to local farms, chef cooking demonstraions in classrooms, as well as waste reduction, garden and cooking educational opportunities for families and community members.

3R’s School Recycling Program
With in-class recycling and school-wide collection led by student councils and service clubs, this hands-on program empowers students to engage and educate their school community about the 3R’s:  reducing, reusing, and recycling.  The Kokua Hawai’i Foundation provides educational resources, recycling bins, and program support for participating schools and partners with local recycling companies to achieve the schools waste reduction and fundraising goals through the ‘Aloha Aina Recycling Drives.

Kokua Hawaii Foundation Mini-Grants
Teachers from Hawai’i public schools can apply for mini-grants to help advance their environmental education goals. Previous grantees have used KHF funds for garden supplies, eco-footprint workshops, vermicompost trainings, and more. One school has raised enough worms to start a commercial-scale vermicomposting bin for their campus food waste!

Kokua Hawaii Foundation Field Trips Our field trip assistance program helps bring students to outdoor sites where they can experience hands-on learning about Hawai’i’s environment. The Kokua Hawai’i Foundation offers financial assistance to Hawai’i public schools which otherwise could not afford to participate in environmental field trips.

Plastic Free Hawai’i  Provides resources, tools and trainings to educate schools, community members, and business owners on the environmental and health benefits of going plastic free in order to minimize the consumption and pollution of single-use plastics in our islands.The program supports communities and schools in coordinating beach cleanups, film screenings, and docent trainings to deliver Plastic Free Hawaii educational presentations.