Maui United Way

As part of our quest to hike the elevation of Everest in 36 hours on October 20-21 (17 laps up Stratton Mountain!) we’ll be supporting the Maui United Way in wake of the recent tragic fires. We’re looking to put all of the training we’ve done over the past year to good use in helping to aid those affected. All proceeds will go directly to the United Way- any donations much appreciated!

Russell, Chris, Matt & John

On August 9th, deadly wildfires began to spread across the island of Maui in Hawaii destroying numerous buildings and forcing residents and visitors to evacuate. The disaster is one of the deadliest U.S. wildfires in recent years.

The Westport Downtown Association, Inc. (WDA) is raising funds for Maui United Way to support community relief efforts. The WDA is asking our community to come together to help Maui rebuild and recover. All proceeds will go DIRECTLY to Maui United Way. Please help us achieve our goal for the people of Maui. For more information, please go to www.mauiunitedway.org.

To show our appreciation, the WDA will randomly select four donors on Sept 15, 2023 to receive a pair of tickets to our upcoming annual Westoberfest event on Saturday, October 14th. It’s a New England Craft Beer and Family Fun event. Winners will be contacted by email.

For more information on the WDA, please go to www.westportdowntown.com

The WDA is a non-profit 501c(3) advocacy organization that supports the maintenance and beautification of our district while hosting consumer events to draw attention and visitation to the area. All donations and contributions made to the WDA are tax deductible. EIN 06-1100750

Writing this appeal is one of the hardest things I have had to do. I was born on Maui and both my parents, as well as their parents, were raised on the island. The pain of seeing my homeland in ruins is unbearable. Many of my cousins' friends are now without a home, job, or both. The road to recovery for Maui, especially its west side, will be long and arduous. Matt and I, along with our business partner, Pat McDonald, feel an enormous calling to help. Please join me as we come together in the spirit of ohana to support Maui as its people grapple with the aftermath of the country’s deadliest wildfire. Pagliacci Pizza is putting up $25,000 in matching funds for this fundraiser. Mahalo!

Read more about our efforts on our blog.

Aloha,

We are Castaway Group, a group of construction & skilled trade companies that are locally owned and based out of Maui, Hawaii, and we are fundraising and collecting donations to support the numerous families who have been displaced due to the fires that happened in Lahaina, Kula, and Kihei recently. Castaway Group consists of Castaway Construction & Restoration LLC, Cooling Hawaii LLC, Island Tile & Stone LLC, Hawaii Electrical Solutions LLC, Island Commercial Doors & Windows LLC, and Ziggurat Design & Management LLC. Several of our employees, clients, and their 'ohana have lost their homes, businesses, jobs, schools, and/or loved ones in these catastrophic fires.

In an effort to provide some relief to these families during this time of great loss, please join Castaway Group in raising money to help support victims of the Maui Fires. Monetary donations will go directly to Maui United Way, a non-profit organization that is hosting a verified Maui Fire Relief Fund to support Maui victims.

If you would like to donate any items, such as food, clothing, supplies, etc., you may drop them off to our office located in the Central Maui Baseyard at 2000 Maui Veterans Hwy #53B, Puunene, HI 96784 (this is not a U.S.P.S. mailing address). We will distribute items to our local shelters and affected families.

Any donation will help make an impact. Mahalo in advance for your contribution to support our Maui 'ohana who have lost their homes, businesses, and so much more.

Mahalo,

Your Castaway Group 'Ohana

Join Hands for Maui: Rekindling Hope after the Wildfires

Hello, dear supporters! We are a group of high school students in Hawaii, and reaching out to you with a heartfelt appeal. Our beloved Maui has faced the wrath of wildfires, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. The lush landscapes we cherish have been scarred, and the communities we hold dear are in need of healing.

As someone who calls Maui home, this devastation hits close to the heart. That's why we've embarked on a mission to raise funds for the Maui Wildfire Relief. The "Hopeful Hearts Alliance" fundraiser is a call to action, an opportunity for all of us to stand together in unity and compassion.

Your generous contributions will make a tangible difference. The funds we raise will go directly towards aiding affected families, restoring the natural beauty of our island, and providing resources to rebuild the lives disrupted by this tragedy. Let's show the world the strength of our community and our unyielding spirit.

With your support, we can rekindle hope, rejuvenate our landscapes, and uplift the hearts of those who have been affected. Every donation, no matter the size, contributes to the larger picture of recovery and renewal.

Join us in this endeavor to heal, to rebuild, and to inspire. Let's demonstrate that even in the face of adversity, the people of Maui remain united, resilient, and full of hope.

Thank you for standing with us.

Warm regards,

Hopeful Hearts Alliance

Organizers

As a former professional soccer player and native Hawaiian, I've found an incredible purpose beyond the field in giving back to the communities that I care about. In witnessing the unprecedented devastation to the Lahaina community, due to the recent Maui fires, I felt a deep responsibility to help. After reading through different relief initiatives I have chosen to support Maui United Way in their incredible efforts to help the local people. Through partner collaborations and a determined drive, I've been able to rally resources to offer aid to those dealing with their unimaginable losses.

Furthermore, my devotion extends to my family members who faced overwhelming loss. When my niece and her family tragically lost everything, I knew I needed to step in and offer not just support, but practical assistance as well. Thus this effort has a very personal connection to me. If you could help support in this time of need the community of Maui, my family and myself would greatly appreciate it. Thank you in advance for your support as it serves as a testament to the power of empathy, resilience, and genuine care in making a lasting impact on the lives of those around us and all those that have suffered.

Want to join me in making a difference? I'm raising money to benefit Maui United Way, and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me. Let’s go people!

Hi everyone,

Our product marketing team is working to make a difference. We are specifically looking to help provide disaster relief to Maui, which has experienced terrible fires and tragedy. This is the deadliest US wildfire in the last 100 years.

All donations will provide direct relief to families and nonprofits directly affected by the Maui fire disaster.

Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much.

Hi Friends and family! I'm Eli Billik, 7th grader at Wesley. My mom and I have a home in Maui. Our home is safe and we are out of harm's way, but we wanted to do something for our Maui community. We know many of you vacation on Maui and are looking for ways to help. I've created this fundraiser for Maui families and have chosen Maui United Way as an approved and effective charity delivering help and services to those displaced by the fires. I hope you'll consider helping me help the folks who have lost everything.

Hello and welcome to Don't Look Back Always Go Forward. We are a brother and sister duo, and we have created this brand as a tribute to honor our late grandparents. Our plan with our brand is to advocate for mental health and wellness from the morals they instilled into our lives.

Venturing back to Hawaii in December to participate in the Honolulu Marathon and 10K.

The 2023 Lahaina wild fires were devastating to the Maui community and environment. To this day, it is still affecting the community in Lahaina, a place we deeply love and had a privilege of visiting like many others before the fires.

Approximately 6 months out from our races we want to share our donation link for Maui United Way. An organization respecting the present and past diverse culture of the Hawaiian people while addressing Maui’s needs for the people and environment. All donations will go directly to the foundation.

We appreciate your support and continued support on this journey!

We are running in the Honolulu Marathon and 10K on December 14th, 2025, and want to donate to Maui United Way to assist those affected by the Lahaina wildfires.

All donations will go directly to Maui United Way from the GoFundMe link.