RURUTU CELEBRATION DINNER
An opportunity to reconnect and to build relationships with others of a shared ancient heritage.
RURUTU CELEBRATION DINNER
An opportunity to reconnect and to build relationships with others of a shared ancient heritage.
Our Mission
Hoʻokuaʻāina empowers youth to realize the meaning and purpose of their lives by helping them develop life strategies and skills through the cultivation of kalo and Hawaiian values-based coaching.
Our Mission
Hoʻokuaʻāina empowers youth to realize the meaning and purpose of their lives by helping them develop life strategies and skills through the cultivation of kalo and Hawaiian values-based coaching.
Kalo
A highly nutritious complex carbohydrate staple food considered sacred by Hawaiians, kalo was arguably the foundation of Hawaiian society, which enabled a culture isolated in the middle of the Pacific Ocean to thrive.
Here at Kapalai, where our programming takes place, kalo is still thriving today. We grow several kupuna (old Hawaiian) varieties but focus on the cultivation of Moi Kea.
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Kalo
A highly nutritious complex carbohydrate staple food considered sacred by Hawaiians, kalo was arguably the foundation of Hawaiian society, which enabled a culture isolated in the middle of the Pacific Ocean to thrive.
Here at Kapalai, where our programming takes place, kalo is still thriving today. We grow several kupuna (old Hawaiian) varieties but focus on the cultivation of Moi Kea.
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Join our mailing list to receive our Poi and Kalo Pa`a milling schedule, to place your pre-orders and stay up-to-date with all that's happening!
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Find A Program
We offer a wide variety of programs designed for all ages to have a unique hands-on experience traveling back in time and learning the ways of our ancestors through farming the Hawaiian traditional staple food, kalo or taro.
Find A Program
We offer a wide variety of programs designed for all ages to have a unique hands-on experience traveling back in time and learning the ways of our ancestors through farming the Hawaiian traditional staple food, kalo or taro.
Ways to Contribute
Our greatest asset is the strong support we receive from our community. We invite you to jump in the waʻa as we continue this journey. Together we can restore our ʻāina and community to health and abundance.
Whether you'd like to participate in one of our programs, lend a hand on poi production days, purchase poi or kalo
Ways to Contribute
Our greatest asset is the strong support we receive from our community. We invite you to jump in the waʻa as we continue this journey. Together we can restore our ʻāina and community to health and abundance.
Whether you'd like to participate in one of our programs, lend a hand on poi production days, purchase poi or kalo
About Hoʻokuaʻāina
Nestled in the ahupuaʻa of Kailua at Kapalai in Maunawili on the island of Oʻahu, Hoʻokuaʻāina is a non-profit organization using Hawaiian traditions of kalo (taro) cultivation to improve the lives of today’s youth and build a healthy community. We are literally “rebuilding lives from the ground up” by empowering youth to realize the meaning and purpose of their lives by helping them develop life strategies and skills through the cultivation of kalo and Hawaiian cultural values-based coaching.
About Hoʻokuaʻāina
Nestled in the ahupuaʻa of Kailua at Kapalai in Maunawili on the island of Oʻahu, Hoʻokuaʻāina is a non-profit organization using Hawaiian traditions of kalo (taro) cultivation to improve the lives of today’s youth and build a healthy community. We are literally “rebuilding lives from the ground up” by empowering youth to realize the meaning and purpose of their lives by helping them develop life strategies and skills through the cultivation of kalo and Hawaiian cultural values-based coaching.
Visit Hoʻokuaʻāina
Hoʻokuaʻāina is located in the ahupua’a of Kailua at Kapalai in Maunawili on the island of Oʻahu. For more information about our programs or how you can get involved please contact us.
Physical Address
916E Auloa Rd. Kailua, HI 96734
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 342146 Kailua, HI 96734
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Order Raw Kalo
Phone: 808-351-1666
Email: kalo@hookuaaina.org
Dean Wilhelm, Executive Director
Michele Wilhelm, Executive Director
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ALOHA FRIENDS OF HOʻOKUAʻĀINA!
Due to the unprecedented worldwide events surrounding the COVID-19 virus and our concern for the health and well-being of our valued customers, all poi production and group gatherings will be suspended until further notice.
Raw kalo orders will continue as usual. Be sure to order at least three days prior to the day you’d like to pick up. To order, text the kalo hotline at 351-1666 with your name, total pounds you’d like to order and the desired pickup date. Our crew will confirm your order via text message.
As a precaution to help ensure the well-being of our community and especially our kupuna and others that are at a higher risk, Hoʻokuaʻāina will not be hosting groups or holding public workdays until further notice. We appreciate your understanding.
If you have any questions please email info@hookuaaina.org and be sure to follow us on social media @hookuaaina for all updates.
We appreciate your understanding.
Mahalo nui,
Dean and Michele