How you can help Lahaina residents cleanup, rebuild after wildfires
Nov 23, 2024
LAHAINA, Hawaii (KHON2) -- If you are looking for an opportunity to give back to the Lahaina community, multiple nonprofits are looking for volunteers to participate in the "Lahaina Clean-Up Kokua."
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Ho‘ōla iā Mauiakama Long Term Recovery Group and All Hands And Hearts will host the event for the holiday season to help Lahaina residents impacted by the Aug. 2023 wildfires.
Volunteers will help clean up leftover debris from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' initial cleanup.
Lahaina family returns home just in time for Thanksgiving after rebuilding from August fires
Tasks will include removing masonry walls, tree stumps, fencing and vegetation. Cleanup efforts will help prepare residents for the rebuilding process.
We are excited to invite the community to join us in celebrating the season of giving by supporting Lahaina residents who need help clearing and preparing their properties for rebuilding. By volunteering, you’ll not only be helping families move forward but bringing hope and relief as they start to rebuild their lives.
Annie Alvelais, Program Director for All Hands And Hearts
Clean-up days are scheduled on Friday, Nov. 29, Saturday, Nov. 30 and Saturday, Dec. 14. Each day will allow up to 100 volunteer opportunities, 50 slots for the 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. shift and another 50 for the afternoon shift from noon to 3 p.m.
Volunteers will be given safety protocols and job instructions prior to starting the shift. Safety equipment such as gloves, hard hats, safety glasses and more will also be provided.
Each volunteer is advised to come prepared with closed-toed shoes, long pants and sun protection. While drinking water will be provided, volunteers should also bring a lunch and a refillable water bottle.
Participants must be 16 years or older, but those under 18 must have a parent or guardian present.
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If you are interested in volunteering or learning more, visit Maui Long Term Recovery's website.