Hawaiian Islands Environmental Nonprofits
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Conservation Council for Hawaii
Dedicated to the protection of native hawaiian plants, animals, and ecosystems for future generations.
Tipu Tipu Restoration and Sustainability
Tipu Tipu is focused on restoring native Hawaiian forests to provide habitat, cultural resources, climate resiliency, and protect Hawaii's coral reefs.
Beach Environmental Awareness Campaign Hawai`i (B.E.A.C.H.)
Beach Environmental Awareness Campaign Hawai`i (B.E.A.C.H.) is a 1% for the Planet nature nonprofit partner associated with climate adaptation. Based in Honolulu, HI, United…
Protect & Preserve Hawai’i
Protect & Preserve Hawai'i and its community through education, conservation, sustainability, and ecosystem restoration.
Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Foundation (SFP)
Working to protect the oceans and make all seafood sustainable Sustainable Fisheries Partnership (SFP) is dedicated to delivering healthy marine and aquatic ecosystems…
Whale Trust
Whale Trust is a non-profit organization dedicated to scientific research and public awareness of whales and their environment.
Kokua Hawaii Foundation
Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation (KHF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 2003 by Kim and Jack Johnson that supports environmental education in the schools…
Lahaina Community Land Trust
Lahaina Community Land Trust is a 1% for the Planet nature nonprofit partner associated with land conservation / land trusts. Based in Lahaina, HI,…
Papahanaumokuakea Marine Debris Project
Papahanaumokuakea Marine Debris Project is a 1% for the Planet nature nonprofit partner in the environmental and nature stewardship space. Based in Kailua, HI,…
The Kohala Center
The Kohala Center is an independent community-based center for research, conservation, and education.
Pacific Whale Foundation
Pacific Whale Foundation is a 1% for the Planet nature nonprofit partner associated with climate / clean energy. Based in Wailuku, HI, United States…
Malama Maunalua
TO CONSERVE & RESTORE MAUNALUA BAY BY INFORMING, ENGAGING, & EMPOWERING THE COMMUNITY & BY FORMING STRONG PARTNERSHIPS WITH GOVERNMENT & NON-GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATIONS.
Common Ground Collective
It is our mission at Common Ground Collective to transform Maui into a bountiful and productive island that benefits both the environment and the…
Kipahulu Ohana
The mission is to educate residents and visitors of the "ways of old" through cultural demonstrations and hands on activities. Using the wisdom and…
Pacific Rim Conservation
Pacific Rim Conservation’s mission is to maintain and restore native bird diversity, populations, and habitats in Hawaii and across the Pacific region. Founded in…
Maui Nui Marine Resource Council
Maui Nui Marine Resource Council is a Maui-based nonprofit working in partnership with the community to protect and restore our coastal and ocean ecosystems.…
Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii
Inspiring local communities to care for their coastlines.
Na Kama Kai
We empower children by connecting our keiki to the kia and 'aina to nurture a deeper sense of aloha and kuleana for the natural…
Hawaii Nature Center
By connecting children and families to Nature, hnc builds community, creates meaningful change, and shapes a more sustainable future.
Blue Planet Alliance
Our mission is to inspire and get islands and countries around the world to legislatively mandate a commitment to 100% renewable energy by 2045.
Uhiwai O Haleakala
Our mission is to restore dryland forests on Maui island, on the leeward slopes of Haleakalā from Makawao through ‘Ulupalakua to Kaupō between 3,500…
Maui Ocean Center Marine Institute
MOCMI protects Hawai‘i’s sea turtles and coral reefs through rescue, restoration, and education, inspiring community stewardship and healthier oceans.
Environmental nonprofits in the Hawaiian Islands bioregion: key facts
How many environmental nonprofits work in the Hawaiian Islands bioregion?
Ideal Location lists 79 environmental and conservation nonprofits in the Hawaiian Islands bioregion. The 26 that report revenue bring in a combined $33.9 million a year.
What is the largest environmental nonprofit in the Hawaiian Islands bioregion?
By reported annual revenue, the largest in the directory is Kokua Hawaii Foundation (Haleiwa, HI), at $5.3 million. Next are Lahaina Community Land Trust, Papahanaumokuakea Marine Debris Project, The Kohala Center and Pacific Whale Foundation.
What do these environmental nonprofits focus on?
The most common focus areas are Land Conservation (26), Wildlife Biodiversity (23), Climate Energy (19) and Marine Oceans (17).
Which states have the most organizations in the Hawaiian Islands bioregion?
By number of organizations: Hawaii (79).
What is the oldest environmental nonprofit in the Hawaiian Islands bioregion?
Conservation Council for Hawaii, founded in 1980, is the oldest with a founding year on record.
Counts and revenue come from the organizations listed in the Ideal Location directory and their most recent reported filings.
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