Building a thriving
‘ahupua‘a in Maku‘u

ʻO Makuʻu Ke Kahua is a Native Hawaiian nonprofit rooted in the Puna
community, growing food, knowledge, and connection

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Building a thriving ‘ahupua‘a

Building a thriving ‘ahupua‘a

Rooted in Maku‘u, growing for Puna

We promote and perpetuate Native Hawaiian values through our programs, market, and Hālau. Building a safe, lasting foundation for Puna and restoring multigenerational connections to ʻāina.

Our Services

Facility Use Application

Host your next gathering, workshop, or event in one of our community spaces.

Apply to use our facility

Market Vendor Application

Sell at Makuʻu Market and join vendors who share our commitment to community and culture.

Apply to be a vendor

Volunteer/Partnership Inquiry

Bring your time, skills, or organization into our work.

Start the conversation

Community Engagement

At the heart of our mission is fostering a strong, connected community. We believe in the power of coming together to create positive change and lasting relationships.

Volunteer Opportunities

From event planning to garden maintenance, there's a role for you.

Cultural Workshops

Learn traditional crafts, language, and practices from local experts.

Sustainability Initiatives

Help us build a future that honors our past.

Come Spend Time With Us

  • Schedule a Māla Ho'oulu 'ike visit

    Join us in the māla to help us keep our commitment to community and culture.

    Book your next visit

  • Volunteer with us

    Looking to help? Want to lend a hand?Come and volunteer with us at a future event.

    Let's connect

Support us 

Your gift will help us achieve our dream of creating a safe space for our community to learn, teach, interact, and serve one another through Native Hawaiian traditions.

Support our programs!
3% Cover the Fee

We appreciate your support — mahalo!

Maku‘u Market

Fresh produce, local crafts, and aloha every weekend.

Visit the Market

Māla Ho‘oulu ‘Ike

A garden of learning where traditional wisdom meets modern education.

Explore the Māla

Community Center

A place where neighbors become ʻohana.

See what we're building

Mo‘olelo ‘o Maku‘u

We are ʻO Makuʻu Ke Kahua, a Native Hawaiian nonprofit founded in 2019 by Makuʻu residents.

Read our story

Get involved at the market

  • Become a vendor

    Join a market that shares our commitment to community and culture.

    Apply to become a vendor

  • Kickstart fundraising

    Running a fundraiser? Contact market manager Melekahana Kekahuna

    Let's connect

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#givingtuesday Your support will empower Puna's next generation of leaders, driving sustainable change and strengthening our kaiāulu (community). Mahalo nui for your kōkua!
We have many things to be thankful for this year! We Mahalo our ‘Ohana and kaiāulu for joining us in the movement to a sustainable future! With all the aloha in the world!!! We hope you have a happy Thanksgiving and a celebratory Lā kū’ok
Sending out one more Mahalo nunui loa to all the Donors, volunteers and participants in this years 4th annual trunk or treating event! This event would not have been possible with our your aloha to give out to our keiki and Kaiāulu! Hūlō hūlō for b
Join us on HALLOWEEN 🎃 night 5:30-pau! Can’t wait to see all in your amazing costumes🎃
SAVE THE DATE KĀKOU!
A big thank you to all the festive heroes in our community who tirelessly volunteer to bring this Halloween Trunk-or-Treat to life for the keiki and ‘Ohana of Puna and nearby neighborhoods! 🤜🏽🤛🏽🧡🎃 See you soon! 👻🧡🎃
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Let’s Chat

Huuuiii, It is so nice to see your interest in joining our journey to a sustainable ʻAhupuaʻa in Makuʻu. 

Please utilize this form to sign up or contact us for any project initiatives that may interest you. Our program coordinator will be in touch with you soon.

Mahalo nui!