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Volunteer Programs in Hawaii, United States

Live the adventurous life volunteering in Hawaii! Discover beautiful volcanoes, white and black sand beaches, incredible waterfalls, National Parks, and giving back to a vibrant island community. Combine your travels with amazing volunteer opportunities in agriculture, animal rescue, teaching, geology, and many other specialties. Diverse on all accounts, this group of islands is home to several types of flora and fauna, not to mention people of all descents, including Asian, native Hawaiian, Caucasian, and Hispanic/Latino. Volunteering abroad in Hawaii is sure to be the rewarding experience of a lifetime. 

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7 Volunteer Programs in Hawaii, United States

Pacific Discovery
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Hawaii Mini Semester | Pacific Discovery

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Travel For Teens
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Travel For Teens

TFT: USA for Younger Teens: Hawaii and California

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Rustic Pathways
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Rustic Pathways

USA: Hawaii and New Orleans Travel with Rustic Pathways

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Earth Medicine & Shamanic Healer Certification

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Westcoast Connection
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Westcoast Connection

Westcoast Connection | United States

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This was truly a once in a lifetime experience

December 03, 2024by: Eliyah Husravi - United StatesProgram: TFT: USA for Younger Teens: Hawaii and California
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I spent my summer in Hawaii, surrounded by ocean, turtles, and strangers who quickly became friends. We worked hands-on with turtles, learning how important they are to the ecosystem. One day, a Hawaiian woman taught us to weave baskets, sharing stories that made the experience feel personal and meaningful. What began as a journey turned into something much more: a lesson in connection, community, and care. I left with new skills, lifelong friends, and memories I'll never forget.

A Guide to Volunteering Abroad in Hawaii

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While there are several different locations to choose from within the islands, most volunteer opportunities in Hawaii are located on the big islands of Hawaii, Maui, and Oahu.

Hawaii. Also known as “the big island,” this is the largest and southeasternmost island of the chain and home to a little over 185,000 people. Also home to Kamehameha the Great, who unified Hawaii around 1800, and Mauna Kea, the tallest mountain in the world. This island has five volcanoes, three of which are active. Hawaii is a great place for volunteering in geology and conservation or the tourism sector. Popular locations on the island to volunteer are Hilo, Kona, Pahoa, and Kalani.

Maui. The second largest island, Maui is a gorgeous combination of a volcano, lowlands, rainforest, mountains, and coastline; keep in mind the climate can vary across these different topographies. Whale watching is popular in Maui, as there are several endangered humpback whales that visit the area. Unfortunately, much of the coral reef around Maui has been damaged by tourism and pollution, but that means Maui is a good location to work on conservation efforts. Volunteering in Maui also often surrounds community projects, such as placements related to the farming of coffee, sugar, macadamia nuts, pineapple, and flowers.

Oahu. This is the northwestern most island, sometimes referred to as “the gathering place,” and home to the state capital, Honolulu. Oahu is home to some of Hawaii’s most infamous places too, including Pearl Harbor, the North Shore, and Waikiki. As one of the best locations to volunteer in the tourism industry, Oahu is also ideal for those interested in volunteering in teaching, construction, and renovation.

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