How to Help Others
We know many people want to help, but not all assistance sites have the capacity to sort physical items—and too often, unneeded goods end up going to waste. Financial contributions are usually the most effective form of support, but here are a few meaningful ways you can help:
Financial Donations
Financial donations to trusted non-profit partners are the most effective way to support relief efforts, as they allow organizations to quickly respond to specific and changing needs.
- American Red Cross Hawaiʻi
- Blood Bank of Hawaii
- The Salvation Army Hawaiian & Pacific Islands Division
- Aloha United Way
- Hawaiʻi Foodbank
- Hawaiian Humane Society
- Hawai‘i Community Foundation
- Other trusted non-profit and community partners supporting relief efforts
Where to Volunteer
If you are interested in volunteering, consider reaching out to established service providers with strong community networks, such as:
- American Red Cross Hawaiʻi
- Blood Bank of Hawaii
- The Salvation Army Hawaiian & Pacific Islands Division
- Aloha United Way
- Hawaiʻi Foodbank
- Hawaiian Humane Society
- Hawai‘i Community Foundation
- Other trusted non-profit and community partners supporting relief efforts