The start of a new year always brings fresh motivation, renewed purpose, and the excitement of setting goals for the months ahead. For many Maui County residents, that means making resolutions to give back, strengthen community connections, and live with more aloha. If volunteering is on your 2026 goal list, we want to help you! Long story short is that you should start small, stay consistent, and make giving back something you look forward to all year long.

Easy Ways to Start Volunteering in Maui County (Even With a Busy Schedule)

You don't need hours and hours to make a meaningful impact. Here are simple ways to give back in 2026:

Donate an Hour to an Organization Serving Maui County Kupuna

Programs like Our Kupuna, Hale Kau Kau and Na Hoaloha often need help with small tasks like errands, friendly calls, or delivering meals.

Support an Environmental Organization for a Morning

Groups such as Mālama Maui Nui, Grow Some Good and Sierra Club Maui host short volunteer events perfect for beginners.

Help at a Community Event

Many nonprofits post single-day opportunities for festivals, food distributions, beach cleanups, or youth events.

Offer Professional Skills

Graphic design, photography, accounting, translation, and social media help are often needed-and can be done from home.

Explore Opportunities on HandsOnMaui.com

Our searchable database makes it easy to find opportunities that match your schedule, interests, and location (Maui, Molokaʻi, or Lānaʻi).

Turn Your Volunteer Resolution Into a Lasting Habit

Keeping your 2026 resolution to volunteer is not about perfection, it's about progress. Start small, stay intentional, and let your actions reflect your desire to malama your community all year long.

Whether you want to give back once a year or once a week, the County of Maui Volunteer Center is here to help you find opportunities that inspire you.

Ready to make volunteering part of your 2026 story? Visit HandsOnMaui.com to explore opportunities today.