How to assist victims of Maui鈥檚 deadly wildfires

Star-Advertiser Staff Aug 14, 2023 9:30 AM Aug 14, 2023 10:07 AM

The outpouring of support in the wake of deadly wildfires on Maui has been nearly universal, with many people seeking opportunities to either make donations or volunteer.

State and local officials are recommending cash donations to reputable nonprofit organizations active in Hawaii.

Here are some opportunities:

Hawaii Emergency Management Agency: Donations and volunteer support information at or 808-733-4300.

Maui United Way: The Fire Disaster Relief Fund is providing financial assistance through grants to nonprofits at the forefront of relief efforts, as well as directly to households that have been deeply affected. Those who would like to donate may do so at .

Hawaii Community Foundation Maui Strong Fund: Anyone wanting to make donations to help communities and families recover on Maui can do so through Hawaii Community Foundation鈥檚 Maui Strong Fund at .

Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation: The Hawaii chapter is collecting donations to secure debit cards that will be issued directly to wildfire survivors. Donate through , call 808-737-8885 or email hawaiitzuchi@tzuchi.us. Tzu Chi is a nonprofit international community service organization based in Taiwan, with local headquarters in Kaimuki.

American Red Cross of Hawaii: Money and volunteers needed; visit

web1_230814-bpd-hawaii-how-to-help_2 — Sydney Carney walks through her home, which was destroyed by a wildfire, Friday, Aug. 11, 2023, in Lahaina, Hawaii. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)

web1_230814-bpd-hawaii-how-to-help_3 — Destroyed homes and vehicles are seen in a neighborhood, Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023, in Lahaina, Hawaii, following a deadly wildfire that caused heavy damage days earlier. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)

web1_230814-bpd-hawaii-how-to-help_4 — A 鈥淭ourist Keep Out鈥� sign is displayed in a neighborhood, Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023, in Lahaina, Hawaii, following a deadly wildfire that caused heavy damage days earlier. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)

web1_230814-bpd-hawaii-how-to-help_5 — Volunteers load supplies onto a boat for West Maui at the Kihei boat landing, after a wildfire destroyed much of the historical town of Lahaina, on the island of Maui, Hawaii Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023. (Stephen Lam/San Francisco Chronicle via AP)

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