Hawaii Environmental Nonprofits
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.
Hawaiian Legacy Reforestation Initiative
Hawaiian Legacy Reforestation Initiative (hlri) is dedicated to creating innovative native/endemic Reforestation models that are scientifically, economically, and ecologically self-sustaining. These forests produce green…
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…
Malama Kauai
Community outreach to people in Kauai hawaii for education and activities related to strengthening local agriculture and sustainable practices.
Iole
We listen to and serve our place, 'Iole, kohala, modeling ways to confront the most urgent, complex, and existential challenges of the modern age…
Oahu Resource Conservation And Development Council
To promote activities which conserve and sustain our natural, human, cultural and economic resources
Papahana Kuaola
Papahana Kuaola's mission is to create quality educational programs focused on environmental restoration and economic sustainability fully integrated with hawaiian knowledge in order to…
Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization
Serve as the primary hub of Wildfire prevention, mitigation and planning activities in the Hawaii pacific region through proactive, collaborative and forward thinking projects.
Hawaii Rural Water Association
To enhance the quality of life in Rural and small municipalities in the state of Hawaii by providing training and technical assistance to non-…
Molokai Land Trust
The mission of moloka`i Land Trust is to protect and restore the Land, natural and cultural resources of moloka`i, and to promote, educate, and…
Hawaii Marine Education And Research Center
The Hawaii Marine Education and Research Center (merc) is a state of Hawaii and u.s. Federal 501(c)3 non-profit organization that connects communities to timely…
Hui Maka Ainana O Makana
Cultural Education & workshops perpetuating Ha'ena biocultural practices including hands on restoration & preservation of lo'i complex learning cultural protocols of oli, respect of…
Waikiki Beach Special Improvement District Association
The Waikiki Beach Special Improvement District is dedicated to carrying out and executing the responsibilities and activities prescribed in the Waikiki Beach Special Improvement…
Hawaii Conservation Alliancefoundation
Founded in 2006, the hawai'i Conservation alliance foundation ("hcaf") is a 501(c)(3) non-profit with the purpose and mission to support and advance the capacity…
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…
Huliauapaa
Growing hawaii's communities through culturally based forms of innovative learning, leadership development, and collaborative networking in wahi kupuna stewardship.
Waikoloa Dry Forest Initiative Inc
Waikoloa Dry Forest Initiative's mission is to protect, promote, and restore native Hawaiian dry forest.
Hawaii Institute Of Pacific Agriculture
The Hawaii Institute of Pacific Agriculture (hip ag) is a conscious movement of inspired individuals living a model of sustainability through direct engagement with…
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.…
Environmental nonprofits in Hawaii: key facts
How many environmental nonprofits are in Hawaii?
Ideal Location lists 157 environmental and conservation nonprofits in Hawaii. The 104 that report revenue bring in a combined $173.1 million a year.
What is the largest environmental nonprofit in Hawaii?
By reported annual revenue, the largest in the directory is Elemental Excelerator Inc (Honolulu, HI), at $34.1 million. Next are National Tropical Botanical Garden, Hiipaka Llc, Kokua Hawaii Foundation and Hawaii Pacific Parks Association Ltd.
What do Hawaii's environmental nonprofits focus on?
The most common focus areas are Land Conservation (40), Wildlife Biodiversity (27), Education Advocacy (25) and Climate Energy (19).
Which bioregions do they work in?
Most work in Hawaiian Islands (79).
What is the oldest environmental nonprofit in Hawaii?
Garden Club Of Honolulu, founded in 1909, 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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