Stronger Hawai’i is an initiative of the Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF) that provides a collective resource aligned to HCF’s commitment to being responsive when communities across Hawai‘i face major disasters. This work was preceded by our partnership efforts responding to floods in Kaua`i, lava flows in Puna, floods in Hau‘ula/Ko‘olauloa, the Covid-19 pandemic, and most recently, the wildfires in Maui. Stronger Hawai‘i will serve as a bridge connecting resources and information to anyone that is a stakeholder in a disaster situation.  

People who are directly affected by the 2023 Maui wildfire disaster can find a collection of resources on this site. First and foremost, we recommend fire-affected households seek disaster case management services with the Disaster Case Management Program. Second, we have listed a collection of primary government agency resources, each providing timely services and information to help unique needs in a recovery. Finally, we list individual resources provided by nonprofit organizations serving the community on a 1:1 basis. Visit the Resources Section.

The Stronger Hawai‘i site is intended to be a bridge between available resources and those seeking more information about accessing resources. There is a wide range of programs and services available from numerous entities and this site is not exhaustive. Stronger Hawai‘i seeks to be a platform for amplifying awareness and bridging the gap between those who need kōkua (help) and those who can give kōkua (help). In addition, this site will also provide important media resources, data reports, and other educational materials that might be helpful to people interested in engaging in disaster response and preparedness in Hawai‘i.