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Ho'ohiki is a program for ages 13 to 17, to encourage healing in a safe space. The program uses cultural concepts to help participants build self-confidence, identify their own emotions, strengthen relationships, embrace responsibility, and set future goals.

Open to kamali'i ages 13-17.

Mondays and Wednesdays, May 7 - May 28, 2025, 5PM - 7:30PM

Kīpuka Hilo, 919 Ululani Street, Hilo, HI 96720

The Ho‘okahua program is a two-generation program for Native Hawaiian mākua/parents (ages 18-26) who are raising keiki (ages 0-5). Ho‘okahua strengthens and nurtures healthy attachments between makua and kamali‘i and prepares young ‘ohana for independence. 

Nā Leo o Kamakaʻeha is an exciting paid one year advisory committee opportunity. Participants will help to develop exciting youth programming for the community, speak up for what they believe in, and will become more confident and courageous in advocating for change. Virtually and in-person, up to 10 hours/week.

Koa ʻIwa is a free program that aims to develop future mentors in the community. Gain knowledge and experience as a mentor, with opportunities for internships, volunteer hours, career pathways, and more!

Open to UH-Hilo & HCC Students

Mondays & Thursdays, 4 - 6PM, October 14, 2024 - February 13, 2025

Kīpuka Hilo, 919 Ululani Street, Hilo, HI 96720

A safe place for kamaliʻi with interactive activities to practice aloha. Activities include enrichment through an workshops, kani ka pila (mele) and athletic workouts WHO: Open to kamaliʻi ages 11-14

WHERE: Kona International Marketplace, 74-5533 Luhia Street, Kona, Hawaiʻi

WHEN: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2:30PM - 4:30PM

A safe place for kamaliʻi with interactive activities to practice aloha. Activities include enrichment through an workshops, kani ka pila (mele) and athletic workouts WHO: Open to kamaliʻi ages 11-14

WHERE: Kona International Marketplace, 74-5533 Luhia Street, Kona, Hawaiʻi

WHEN: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2:30PM - 4:30PM

Puʻu Lei o Liliʻu (PLOL) acts as a hoʻokahua (foundation) for healing, wellness, and connection. PLOL holds year-round programming for Native Hawaiian kamaliʻi ages 14-18, specifically those transitioning out of the juvenile justice system, involved with the child welfare system, or facing academic challenges.

Located between Kailua-Kona town and Honokōhau Harbor are two campgrounds nestled along the Keahuolū shoreline. Halepaʻo is a sandy beach surrounded by a grove of milo trees with a swimming area and tide pools. Hiʻiakanoholae is a sandy beach to the north of Halepaʻo with tide pools, blowholes, and deep ocean waters.