The Holidays are about the gift of giving and what better way to give back than volunteering in your community? Here in Hawai'i we are always willing to kōkua and share the aloha with others.
The Holiday Season is magical, but for some 'ohana in Hawai'i it can be a difficult time of the year. Those who might be in a rough spot or are less fortunate rely on volunteers and nonprofits for help. The holiday season is one of the busiest times for organizations resulting in them needing an extra hand!
Here are 5 volunteer opportunities for those of you who are interested in giving back to the Maui community this season.
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Join the Party Patrol! Volunteer at the Christmas Cheer Party for Homeless Keiki
Project Hawai'i Inc is celebrating their 3rd annual Christmas event for our homeless keiki around the island. They are seeking volunteer coordinators to assist with the projects at the party. Volunteers needed for craft coordinator, cookie decorating coordinator, gratitude card coordinator, Christmas tree coordinator, photographer for event, snack coordinator, and lunch coordinator. See all the details here: https://handsonmaui.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=751134
2. Help feed those in need! Food Sorting and Distribution Volunteers Wanted
Assist with food donation sorting and food distribution. Feed My Sheep is a mobile food distribution program. They take their distribution to neighborhoods of need. Staff and volunteers pass out groceries to those who need help and qualify financially.
In the last year we have given food to 3,400 people including working but poor families, seniors on fixed incomes and homeless men and women. Find the location, days and times that work for you here: https://handsonmaui.galaxydigital.com/agency/detail/?agency_id=30485
3. Kitchen Volunteers Needed to Help Prepare Meals for the Hungry
Can you cook? Do you enjoy chopping veggies? Come join a team of volunteers in the Hale Kau Kau kitchen. They need volunteers to help with food preparation, cooking, and clean up.
Meals are prepared for homebound members of the community. You can make a difference by helping prepare meals for those in need. Sign up here: https://handsonmaui.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=581855
4. Be a Friend to a Kupuna! Call or Visit to make a difference.
Na Hoaloha - "Loving Friends" is looking for volunteers to be a part of the solution to social isolation and loneliness. Be a friend to a kupuna and give them a call and talk pets, recipes, hobbies, sports.. you name it! Mālama a kupuna here: https://handsonmaui.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=325713
5. Help the Homeless While Volunteering with Maui Rescue Mission
Are you looking to do something positive during these tough times? Maui Rescue Mission wants volunteers that will help them in providing a little bit of dignity and kindness to the unsheltered community via their mobile hygiene trailer. You can help check in guests, help out in the laundry room, join the cleaning crew, or offer computer assistance all while talking story with those you are helping. You can sign up for this volunteer opportunity here: https://handsonmaui.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=640358
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Give the Gift of Volunteering!
We hope that we have inspired you and your 'ohana to give the gift of giving this season and help out in your community. For more amazing volunteer opportunities here on Maui go to Hands on Maui: https://handsonmaui.galaxydigital.com/need/index/
