Volunteer with us

Nourishing our communities is our collective kuleana. Mahalo to all our volunteers who help make this work possible.

Thank you for choosing ʻElepaio for your volunteer experience! Separate applications are required for each person volunteering. Children 13-17 years of age must volunteer with an adult 18 years or older. Children 17 or under must have a parent or guardian sign their form, and the parent/guardian must include their information in the "Emergency Contacts" section.

Once you complete the form, click the "Submit" button at the bottom of the page. Please allow 5 business days before following up about the status of your application. If you have any questions, please email jestevez@wcchc.com or call 808-697-3709.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Volunteers must be able to stand for a long duration of time and lift up to 25 pounds. The minimum age to volunteer is 18 years old. Children 13-17 years old must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older.

  • Volunteers must wear closed-toed shoes during their shift. Please bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and water.

  • Kūpuna pantry volunteers should arrive at the pantry at 9:30 a.m. We begin distributing food to kūpuna at 10:00 a.m. We close the pantry when we run out of food or until the last kupuna is served. A typical pantry ends between 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • No. Once you have completed the waiver, you are automatically saved into our records.

  • Yes. If you are interested in signing up as a group with 10 or more people, please email our Pantry Manager Nani at jestevez@wcchc.com.

Questions?

Email our Pantry Manager Nani at jestevez@wcchc.com or call 808-697-3709.