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Volunteer for Maui with Pacific Whale Foundation
Join Māla Ocean Tavern in supporting the Pacific Whale Foundation’s Mālama Pono Program, a hands-on volunteer effort to restore Maui’s native ecosystems from mauka to makai. Help remove invasive species, plant native vegetation, and give back to the ʻāina.
At Mala Ocean Tavern, caring for our island community is at the heart of what we do. We’re proud to support the Pacific Whale Foundation’s Malama Pono Program, a volunteer initiative dedicated to restoring Maui’s native ecosystems and nurturing a deeper connection to the ʻaina.
Through Malama Pono, volunteers work alongside local conservationists to remove invasive species, outplant native vegetation, and restore natural habitats across the Olowalu to Maʻalaea area, reaching from mountain to sea. These efforts help protect Maui’s unique biodiversity and build a stronger, more sustainable future for the island.
Whether you’re a local resident or a visiting guest, volunteering with Malama Pono is a meaningful way to give back to Maui. Each project offers hands-on education, team bonding, and the chance to connect with the land and community in a truly authentic way. Together, we can help Maui thrive. 🧡💙
volunteers NEEDED for earth day!
At MALA, EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY, and MALA IS partnering with Surfrider Foundation - Maui Chapter and Pacific Whale Foundation for an Olowalu Coastline Clean-up. Bring your ohana and friends to give back to Maui.
At MALA, EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY, and we are partnering with Surfrider Foundation - Maui Chapter and Pacific Whale Foundation for an Olowalu Coastline Clean-up. Bring your ohana and friends to give back to Maui.
Earth Day is a wonderful opportunity to raise awareness about what is happening in the Hawaiian Islands. One way to help… is to always comb the beaches to clear them of the debris that is deposited on the shores. Organizations like the Regenerative Education Centers and Living Earth Systems are helping to educate and also bring awareness to the Maui community. Doing your part is not only in action but in sharing with people you know.
The community comes together for our Planet when disposing of rubbish properly. With the ongoing efforts of these organizations and local businesses, we hope to do our part not only for Earth Day but year round. For the Earth Day Clean-up on Saturday, April 22, 2023, we ask you to join us in Olowalu. We are also encouraging volunteers to go to your favorite beach or park to clean-up. There will be dumpsters at Regenerative Education Centers Olowalu (near the Olowalu Recycling Center) for you to dispose of any rubbish that you might be picking up. Look for the Surfrider flags. The only thing we ask is, please take a picture of your clean-up location. If you are posting on social media, please tag @surfridermaui and help spread the word about the work that is getting done on Maui.
Below are the Earth Day details, along with videos to get you acquainted with the organizations that are working hard to keep the island of Maui pristine for locals, residents, and visitors.
What: Earth Day Olowalu Coastline Clean-up - Volunteers Needed!
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023
Time: 9am – 12pm
Where: Olowalu Coastline Clean-up - Any Beach Anywhere
Meet at: Regenerative Education Centers Olowalu (near the Olowalu Recycling Center). Look for the Surfrider flags
Who: Surfrider Maui, Pacific Whale Foundation, Regenerative Education Centers, Mala Ocean Tavern, Duckine, Down The Hatch & Breakwall Shave Ice Co., Living Earth Systems.
RSVP, encouraged not required. You can check-in and sign-up on location. Click Here for all the details!