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How to Help the Citizens of Maui

August 12, 2023

Fire destroyed Lahaina and ravaged other areas of Maui, and thousands of displaced people there are desperate for your kindness. The Diving Equipment and Marketing Association has provided a list of charities that welcome your immediate donation. Please do what you can.

Aloha United Way
Aloha United Way has set up the Maui Fire Relief Fund, where donations will go directly to Maui United Way to support Maui victims.

American Red Cross of Hawaii
The American Red Cross opened five emergency shelters to provide those affected by the Maui wildfires with information, a hot meal, opportunities to charge their phone, pick up relief supplies, and get health services. More information here.

Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement
CNHA is matching up to $250,000 in community donations providing critical assistance to families and businesses in Lahaina.

The Hawaiʻi Community Foundation
The Hawai'i Community Foundation's Maui Strong Fund was created to provide community resilience with resources for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. The fund is currently supporting communities affected by the wildfires on Maui.

The Lahui Foundation
The Lāhui Foundation strives to become a dependable resource for underrepresented and underserved communities here in Hawai'i. They are asking for monetary donations that will go directly to fire recovery efforts for residents of Maui.

Maui Food Bank
The Maui Food Bank collaborates with various relief organizations to distribute supplies throughout Maui County.

Maui Mutual Aid Fund
The Maui Mutual Aid is a local effort run by volunteers. They are asking for donations to support vulnerable residents, such as the elderly, those with physical disabilities, renters, and individuals without insurance. More information here.

Maui United Way
Maui United Way is accepting donations to its Maui Fire and Disaster Relief fund - all donations will provide direct relief to families and nonprofits directly affected by the Maui Fire Disaster.

Ben Davison, Undercurrent
BenDDavison@undercurrent.org