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Kaua'i Habitat is planning a project with 35 affordable rentals and over 30 affordable single family homes in Waimea behind the Tech Center. We are in the process of doing an environment assessment and will be having a meeting from 6 to 8 pm, Monday evening August 20th, at the Waimea Neighborhood Center, 4556 Makeke Road, Waimea, HI 96796. For anyone...

When record-breaking rains and floods ravaged Kaua’i in April, Hawaiian Airlines knew that there would be a huge need for not only relief aid, but long-term recovery. They generously contributed $25,000 to the Kaua’i Habitat’s Disaster Recovery Program. But they haven’t stopped there! On Monday the airline announced the opening of its Cargo service and the wonderful news that they...

It was a beautiful gathering as we celebrated the accomplishments of Phrystal Bacio, Mele DeCosta and Shawntel Yadao at a House Dedication ceremony to honor our newest homebuyers. The celebration began with an opening pule by Catherine Shiningstar Ka'auwai who works as the Family Services Manager for Kaua'i Habitat. "This is my favorite part of the process," stated Catherine, "I...

As most of you know, after historic rainfall on the north shore of Kaua'i in April, residents in that area are struggling to put the pieces back together. Fortunately, when hardship strikes; compassion and the generosity of neighbors strike back. When the Rotary Club of Hanalei Bay supporters wanted to help by directing their donations to a worthy organization, the...

We are looking for event volunteers for this years Hammers N' Ales Island Style Oktoberfest! Being a volunteer at Hammers N' Ales has it's perks. Not only can you receive a discounted ticket (for when you're not volunteering) and a cool t-shirt, you also benefit from knowing that the work you are doing will help build homes and hope for...

We would like to welcome a new member to the Kaua'i Habitat 'ohana! Mike Brenner is one of our newest volunteers and has been donating his time weekly to work alongside our homebuyers as they build their new homes at our 'Ele'ele Iluna subdivision. A Kalaheo resident, Mike comes to us with experience as a tile setter. Join us in...

Amazon Prime Day is almost here! Prime Day is one of the biggest shopping events of the year and a great time to support organizations like Kaua'i Habitat for Humanity. Simply shop at smile.amazon.com rather than just amazon.com! Smile.amazon.com has all the same products and deals, but donates to your favorite charity when you use it. So this Prime Day, July...

Did you know that Kaua'i Habitat has been serving the Kaua'i community for 25 years now! Well we think it's time to celebrate this accomplishment. Over the next several months, Kaua'i Habitat will be hosting a series of celebrations all over the island to thank our supporters and introduce new friends to our organization. The first of these fun events...

WestCoast Connections is an organization that provides travel experience to teens with an emphasis on community service. This past Saturday volunteers traveling with this organization stopped by our ReStore to lend a helping hand. Mahalo volunteers for making community service a priority while traveling. You made an impact on our community! All money raised by the sale of gently used...