United in Purpose.

Stronger in Impact.

United in purpose.

Stronger in impact.

One community. Three islands. Stronger together.

United by
Aloha for All

Maui United Way is uniquely positioned to connect local partners, funding, and community knowledge across Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi. This collaborative approach helps resources reach urgent needs and fill gaps that no single organization can address alone, creating stronger, more resilient communities throughout Maui Nui.

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Healthy Community
Healthy Community

Helping people and
families thrive

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Youth Opportunity
Youth Opportunity

Empowering every
child to succeed

Kūpuna smiling and wearing a beautiful flower crown lei.
Community Resiliency
Community Resiliency

Building stronger, more
resilient communities

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Financial Security
Financial Security

Creating pathways to
financial stability

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Give to Maui Nui

Resilience & Emergency Response Fund

The Maui Nui Response Fund supports residents of Maui, Molokai and Lāna‘i impacted by disasters by providing resources for immediate relief, long-term recovery and community resilience. As the only organization in Maui County focused on coordinating strategy, partnerships and resource mobilization across sectors, Maui United Way helps ensure a unified response, directing support where it is needed most while strengthening the nonprofit organizations serving on the front lines of recovery.

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Lānaʻi coastline and ocean
Molokai scenic shot in the daytime
Maui Sunset
Lānaʻi coastal view
Molokai Shoreline

Maui, Molokai & Lāna‘i

Once connected by land bridges, Maui, Molokai and Lānaʻi share an enduring connection of history, culture and aloha. Today, these communities are still interconnected. Maui United Way supports locally driven solutions that strengthen each island and uplift our collective future.

Haleakala Crater, Maui

Maui, Molokai & Lāna‘i

Once connected by land bridges, Maui, Molokai and Lānaʻi share an eduring connection of history, culture and aloha. Today, these communities are still interconnected. Maui United Way supports locally driven solutions that strengthen each island and uplift our collective future.

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Live United

We believe that from adversity comes strength

Our Challenges. Our Opportunities.

Maui faces complex challenges that affect the well-being of our communities, including housing affordability, food insecurity, mental health, disaster recovery and access to youth opportunities. These issues impact thousands of residents across Maui, Molokai and Lānaʻi and require community-driven solutions that address immediate needs while building the capacity to adapt, recover and thrive.

Our vision goes beyond resilience. We are working to create communities that can anticipate change, adapt to new realities and emerge stronger through collaboration, innovation and local leadership.

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How Maui United Way Helps

  • Funding Local Nonprofits. We invest in trusted nonprofits and community organizations that deliver essential services, innovate solutions to local challenges, strengthen our communities, and respond to emerging needs across Maui, Molokai and Lānaʻi.

  • Building Partnerships. Lasting change happens when communities work together. We convene partners across sectors to identify solutions, leverage resources, and create greater impact for Maui Nui.
  • 211 Resource Navigation. Aloha United Way’s 211 helpline offers information and referrals to local programs and services, which makes it easier to get help when it’s needed most.

2024–2025

Impact by the Numbers

87,396

service touchpoints in 2024

Maui United Way’s programs transform lives through direct services and funded programs across Maui, Molokai and Lānaʻi.

67,465

local residents served in 2025

Every person served is part of our ʻohana. Together, we’re strengthening lives and communities.

$5,900,000+

grant funding to social service agencies in 2024

Our islands know their needs best. Every dollar raised is reinvested locally and creates lasting impact.