Aloha!
Kīpuka Ola Native Hawaiian Resources was created as a place of connection, support, and growth for Native Hawaiian communities and those dedicated to uplifting Hawaiʻi’s culture, values, and people.
Our mission is rooted in service: to provide resources, build capacity, support education, strengthen community partnerships, and help create opportunities that benefit Native Hawaiians across the continent and beyond.
Like a kīpuka — a place of life and renewal surrounded by change — Kīpuka Ola exists to nurture learning, preserve cultural identity, and support the continued well-being of our lāhui.
We invite you to explore our programs, resources, grants, workshops, and community initiatives. Whether you are seeking support, looking to collaborate, or simply learning more about our work, we are grateful you are here.
Together, we honor the past, serve the present, and help grow a stronger future for generations to come.
Mahalo nui loa for visiting Kīpuka Ola.
A place of connection for our Lāhui.
KĪPUKA OLA NATIVE HAWAIIAN RESOURCES
supports education, health and wellness, civic engagement,
and the preservation of Hawaiian culture and ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi -
especially for our communities living away from the paeʻāina.
KĪPUKA OLA exists to strengthen and uplift people of Hawaiian ancestry and our broader community through education, cultural perpetuation, civic engagement, and initiatives that support social, economic, and health-related well-being.
Our Mission
We honor ʻike kūpuna—our traditions, genealogy, oli, nā mele, hula, and the learning and use of ʻŌlelo Makuahine.
Wellbeing
Our well-being initiatives offer support and resources for mental and physical health. We believe in Native Hawaiian cultural practices and approaches to uplift everyone in our communities.
Education
We provide educational workshops and resources aimed at equipping individuals with critical skills. Our programs foster lifelong learning and empower communities through Civic and Cultural knowledge.
Sustainability
We engage in sustainability projects that aim to protect the environment while promoting social responsibility. Our efforts focus on aloha 'aina - creating a balanced ecosystem for future generations.