RESOURCES

Community Events

Your one-stop resource for donation, recycling and other similar events organized by community organizations and local businesses in Hawai‘i.

If you know of an event happening in Hawai‘i that could benefit people by providing an opportunity to responsibly or sustainably donate or dispose of their pre-loved belongings, please click here to share it with us. Examples of such events are clothing swaps, donation drives, and recycling events.

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

YWCA Kokokahi Pre-Loved Clothing Donation Drive
Mar
20

YWCA Kokokahi Pre-Loved Clothing Donation Drive

YWCA Kokokahi is accepting donations of gently used clothing and accessories for its Pre-Loved Clothing Sale, giving items a second life while supporting women and families in the community.

📍 Donation Location: Midkiff Room 102

Accepted items include:

  • Women’s business casual clothing (blouses, slacks, skirts, dresses, cardigans)

  • Aloha wear (vintage or contemporary)

  • Local brand pieces

  • Bags and purses

  • Jewelry and accessories

Please ensure all items are:

  • Laundered and ready to wear

  • In good condition (no stains, rips, fraying, or peeling)

  • Free of pet hair and odors

Please refrain from bringing:

  • Men’s clothing

  • Shoes or hangers

  • Household items

  • Swimwear or lingerie

  • Damaged or heavily worn items

Donations will help stock the upcoming Pre-Loved Clothing Sale and support sustainable community programming.

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Kaiser High School E-Waste Recycling Fundraiser
Mar
21

Kaiser High School E-Waste Recycling Fundraiser

E-Opala Recycling Center will host an E-Waste Recycling Fundraiser in Hawaiʻi Kai to support Kaiser High School’s athletic programs.

This free event invites the community to safely dispose of old and unwanted electronics while helping reduce landfill waste. Both working and broken electronics are accepted.

♻️ Accepted Items:

  • Batteries (UPS, alkaline, lead acid, etc.)

  • Computers & IT peripherals

  • Cell phones & telephones

  • Hard drives

  • T equipment

  • Laptops & tablets

  • Monitors

  • Power cords

  • Printers

  • TVs (flat screen & CRT)

🚫 Items Not Accepted:

  • Cooking appliances

  • Personal electric items

  • Floor fans & vacuums

  • Stereo equipment & speakers

  • Hazardous materials

  • Construction & demolition waste

  • Lightbulbs & Christmas lights

  • Propane tanks

  • Lithium-ion batteries

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Clothing Swap Party
Mar
26

Clothing Swap Party

  • Hub Coworking Hawaiʻi – Queen Street location (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Hub Coworking Hawaiʻi is hosting a Clothing Swap Party at its Queen Street location, bringing people together to mingle, connect, and exchange gently used clothing.

The event offers a chance to connect with others in the community while supporting sustainable fashion.

Event Schedule
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM → Drop off clothing and mingle
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM → Clothing swap

What to Bring
• Gently used clothing in good condition
• A bag to carry home any items you take

Please note that undergarments are not accepted.

All remaining clothing items will be donated following the event.

👉 RSVP here.

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Shafter Elementary School E-Waste Recycling Fundraiser
Mar
28

Shafter Elementary School E-Waste Recycling Fundraiser

Shafter Elementary School will host a FREE community E-Waste Fundraising Collection Event in partnership with e-Opala Electrical Recycling, Battery Bill, and Goodwill.

This event gives the community an opportunity to recycle unwanted electronics responsibly while supporting the school.

Community members are also encouraged to bring donations of clothing and small household goods on behalf of Goodwill.

♻️ Accepted Items

  • Batteries (UPS, alkaline, lead acid, etc.)

  • Computers and IT peripherals

  • Cell phones and phones

  • Hard drives

  • Laptops, tablets, and Chromebooks

  • Monitors

  • Power cords

  • Printers

  • TVs (flat screen and CRT)

🚫 Please do not bring:

  • Cooking appliances (microwaves, air fryers, rice cookers, etc.)

  • Electric personal items

  • Floor fans and vacuums

  • Stereo equipment and speakers

  • Hazardous materials

  • Construction and demolition waste

  • Lightbulbs and Christmas lights

  • Propane tanks

  • Lithium ion batteries

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3Rs School Recycling Drive — Waiʻalae Public Charter School
Mar
28

3Rs School Recycling Drive — Waiʻalae Public Charter School

The 3Rs School Recycling Drive will be held at Waiʻalae Public Charter School in partnership with Radius Recycling and Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation’s 3Rs School Recycling Program. This community recycling event supports sustainability efforts while benefiting the host school.

Community members are invited to bring residential materials for drop-off. A variety of items will be accepted, including electronics, scrap metal, household goods, confidential documents for shredding, cooking oil, and HI-5 containers.

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Mauka Lani Elementary School E-Waste Recycling Event
Mar
14

Mauka Lani Elementary School E-Waste Recycling Event

Recycle old and unwanted electronics at the Mauka Lani Elementary School E-Waste Recycling Event hosted by E-Opala Recycling Center.

This free event offers a convenient way to clear out clutter, reduce landfill waste, and support the school through responsible recycling.

A portion of proceeds collected will benefit the school.

♻️ Accepted Items

  • Batteries (UPS, alkaline, lead acid, etc.)

  • Computers and IT peripherals

  • Cell phones and phones

  • Hard drives

  • Laptops, tablets, and Chromebooks

  • Monitors

  • Power cords

  • Printers

  • TVs (flat screen and CRT)

🚫 Please do not bring:

  • Cooking appliances (microwaves, air fryers, rice cookers, etc.)

  • Electric personal items

  • Floor fans and vacuums

  • Stereo equipment and speakers

  • Hazardous materials

  • Construction and demolition waste

  • Lightbulbs and Christmas lights

  • Propane tanks

  • Lithium ion batteries

Let’s mālama the ʻāina by keeping electronic waste out of the landfill.

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YWCA Kokokahi Pre-Loved Clothing Donation Drive
Mar
10

YWCA Kokokahi Pre-Loved Clothing Donation Drive

YWCA Kokokahi is accepting donations of gently used clothing and accessories for its Pre-Loved Clothing Sale, giving items a second life while supporting women and families in the community.

📍 Donation Location: Midkiff Room 102

Accepted items include:

  • Women’s business casual clothing (blouses, slacks, skirts, dresses, cardigans)

  • Aloha wear (vintage or contemporary)

  • Local brand pieces

  • Bags and purses

  • Jewelry and accessories

Please ensure all items are:

  • Laundered and ready to wear

  • In good condition (no stains, rips, fraying, or peeling)

  • Free of pet hair and odors

Please refrain from bringing:

  • Men’s clothing

  • Shoes or hangers

  • Household items

  • Swimwear or lingerie

  • Damaged or heavily worn items

Donations will help stock the upcoming Pre-Loved Clothing Sale and support sustainable community programming.

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3Rs School Recycling Drive — Keoneʻula Elementary School
Mar
7

3Rs School Recycling Drive — Keoneʻula Elementary School

The 3Rs School Recycling Drive will be held at Keoneʻula Elementary School in partnership with Radius Recycling and Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation’s 3Rs School Recycling Program. This community recycling event supports sustainability efforts while benefiting the host school.

Community members are invited to bring residential materials for drop-off. A variety of items will be accepted, including electronics, scrap metal, household goods, confidential documents for shredding, cooking oil, and HI-5 containers.

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Sustainable Saturday – Cardboard for Produce Exchange
Mar
7

Sustainable Saturday – Cardboard for Produce Exchange

  • Ka Waihona O Ka Naʻauao Public Charter School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Sustainable Saturday at Ka Waihona O Ka Naʻauao Public Charter School offers an opportunity to exchange cardboard boxes for fresh local produce.

Bring cardboard boxes and receive produce such as stalks of laupele (Polynesian spinach), while supplies last.

The collected cardboard will be repurposed as mulch for local farms, supporting soil health and helping grow fresh food for the community.

♻️ Cardboard Guidelines
• Clean, brown cardboard boxes (detaped and flattened)

This event is made possible through partnerships with Maʻo Organic Farms, Shaka Moa Eggs, Waiālua Fresh Eggs, Top Notch Fruit & Farm, Atherton Foundation, and Ka Waihona O Ka Naʻauao Public Charter School.

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Lunar New Year Mahjong Social  + Abundance Swap
Feb
28

Lunar New Year Mahjong Social + Abundance Swap

A Lunar New Year–themed Abundance Swap will take place at Moongate Acupuncture Courtyard in partnership with CircularFashion808 as part of Mahjong Social Club’s monthly gathering.

The clothing swap is part of the evening’s night market and is free and open to the public.

Participants are invited to bring 1–5 quality items for exchange, including:

  • Elevated clothing or statement pieces

  • Jewelry and accessories

  • Silk or vintage garments

  • Books focused on wealth or personal growth

  • Plants or plant cuttings

  • Crystals or other symbolic items

Items should be clean, in good condition, and suitable for intentional reuse.

🏮 Step into the Lunar New Year with intention, abundance, and lasting good fortune.

📎 See flyer below for more details.

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3Rs School Recycling Drive — S.W. King Intermediate School
Feb
28

3Rs School Recycling Drive — S.W. King Intermediate School

The 3Rs School Recycling Drive will be held at S.W. King Intermediate School in partnership with Radius Recycling and Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation’s 3Rs School Recycling Program. This community recycling event supports sustainability efforts while benefiting the host school.

Community members are invited to bring residential materials for drop-off. A variety of items will be accepted, including electronics, scrap metal, household goods, confidential documents for shredding, cooking oil, and HI-5 containers.

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Ho‘okele Elementary School E-Waste Recycling Event
Feb
28

Ho‘okele Elementary School E-Waste Recycling Event

Recycle responsibly at this free community E-Waste Recycling Event hosted at Ho‘okele Elementary School, in partnership with Envirocycler and Battery Bill.

This event provides a convenient opportunity for households to safely dispose of unwanted electronics and batteries while supporting local sustainability efforts.

Bring your old or unwanted electronics for safe, responsible recycling. Both working and non-working electronic items will be accepted.

♻️ Accepted Items:

  • Batteries (UPS, alkaline, lead acid, etc.)

  • Computers & IT peripherals

  • Cell phones & telephones

  • Hard drives

  • T equipment

  • Laptops & tablets

  • Monitors

  • Power cords

  • Printers

  • TVs (flat screen & CRT)

🚫 Items Not Accepted:

  • Cooking appliances

  • Personal electric items

  • Floor fans & vacuums

  • Stereo equipment & speakers

  • Hazardous materials

  • Construction & demolition waste

  • Lightbulbs & Christmas lights

  • Propane tanks

  • Lithium-ion batteries

In partnership with Goodwill, donations will also be accepted on-site during the collection event.

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3Rs School Recycling Drive — Waipahu High School
Feb
21

3Rs School Recycling Drive — Waipahu High School

The 3Rs School Recycling Drive will be held at Waipahu High School in partnership with Radius Recycling and Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation’s 3Rs School Recycling Program. This community recycling event supports sustainability efforts while benefiting the host school.

Residential drop-offs are welcome. A variety of materials will be accepted, including electronics, scrap metal, household goods, confidential documents for shredding, cooking oil, and HI-5 containers.

📎Refer to the attached flyer for a complete list of accepted and restricted items.

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Stevenson Middle School E-Waste Recycling Event
Feb
21

Stevenson Middle School E-Waste Recycling Event

E-Opala Electrical Recycling invites the community to a free E-Waste Recycling Drop-Off Fundraiser benefiting Stevenson Middle School.

Bring your old or unwanted electronics for safe, responsible recycling. Both working and non-working electronic items will be accepted.

♻️ Accepted Items:

  • Batteries (UPS, alkaline, lead acid, etc.)

  • Computers & IT peripherals

  • Cell phones & telephones

  • Hard drives

  • T equipment

  • Laptops & tablets

  • Monitors

  • Power cords

  • Printers

  • TVs (flat screen & CRT)

🚫 Items Not Accepted:

  • Cooking appliances

  • Personal electric items

  • Floor fans & vacuums

  • Stereo equipment & speakers

  • Hazardous materials

  • Construction & demolition waste

  • Lightbulbs & Christmas lights

  • Propane tanks

  • Lithium-ion batteries

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3Rs School Recycling Drive — Kaʻōhao Public Charter School
Feb
7

3Rs School Recycling Drive — Kaʻōhao Public Charter School

The 3Rs School Recycling Drive will be held at Kaʻōhao Public Charter School in partnership with Radius Recycling and Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation’s 3Rs School Recycling Program. This community recycling event supports sustainability efforts while benefiting the host school.

Residential drop-offs are welcome. A variety of materials will be accepted, including electronics, scrap metal, household goods, confidential documents for shredding, cooking oil, and HI-5 containers.

📎Refer to the attached flyer for a complete list of accepted and restricted items.

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3Rs School Recycling Drive — Niu Valley Middle School
Jan
31

3Rs School Recycling Drive — Niu Valley Middle School

Join Niu Valley Middle School and the Kōkua Hawai‘i Foundation’s 3Rs School Recycling Program for a community Recycling Drive.

This event gives local residents an easy, responsible way to recycle unwanted household items, electronics, scrap metal, and more — keeping reusable materials out of Hawai‘i’s landfills.

♻️ Items Accepted:

  • Scrap Metals: Bicycles, washers, dryers, fencing, filing cabinets (no gas cylinders or microwaves)

  • Electronics: TVs, computers, printers, laptops, monitors, phones, game systems, and cords

  • Confidential Documents: Collected for shredding (limit 2 boxes per household)

  • Household Goods: New and gently used clothing, accessories, books, CDs, kitchen items, and toys

  • Cooking Oil: Sealed, leak-proof containers only (max 2 gallons per vehicle)

  • HI-5 Cans & Bottles: Aluminum, plastic, and glass beverage containers

🚫 Not Accepted: Furniture, mattresses, hazardous materials, refrigerators, AC units, leaking containers, cardboard, and non-beverage recyclables.

📎 See flyer below for more details.

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Aliamanu Elementary School E-Waste Recycling Event
Jan
17

Aliamanu Elementary School E-Waste Recycling Event

E-Opala Electrical Recycling invites the community to a free E-Waste Recycling Drop-Off Fundraiser benefiting Aliamanu Elementary School.

Bring your old or unwanted electronics for safe, responsible recycling. Both working and non-working electronic items will be accepted.

♻️ Accepted Items:

  • Batteries (UPS, alkaline, lead acid, etc.)

  • Computers & IT peripherals

  • Cell phones & telephones

  • Hard drives

  • T equipment

  • Laptops & tablets

  • Monitors

  • Power cords

  • Printers

  • TVs (flat screen & CRT)

🚫 Items Not Accepted:

  • Cooking appliances

  • Personal electric items

  • Floor fans & vacuums

  • Stereo equipment & speakers

  • Hazardous materials

  • Construction & demolition waste

  • Lightbulbs & Christmas lights

  • Propane tanks

  • Lithium-ion batteries

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YWCA Kokokahi Clothing Drive
Jan
13

YWCA Kokokahi Clothing Drive

Support Kokokahi YWCA’s Pre-Loved Clothing Sale by donating gently used clothing and accessories that give items a second life while supporting women and families in the community.

Kokokahi YWCA is accepting clean, ready-to-wear women’s clothing and accessories, including business casual attire, aloha wear, local brand pieces, bags, purses, shoes, and jewelry.

📍 Donation Location: Midkiff Room 102

Accepted items include:

  • Women’s business casual clothing (blouses, slacks, skirts, dresses, cardigans)

  • Aloha wear (vintage or contemporary)

  • Local brand pieces

  • Bags, purses, and shoes

  • Jewelry

Please ensure all items are:

  • Laundered and ready to wear

  • In good condition (no stains, rips, odors, or heavy wear)

  • Free of pet hair

Please refrain from bringing men’s or children’s clothing, household items, swimwear, lingerie, or damaged items.

Donations will help stock the upcoming Pre-Loved Clothing Sale and contribute to sustainable community programming.

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Hickam Elementary School E-Waste Recycling Event
Jan
10

Hickam Elementary School E-Waste Recycling Event

E-Opala Electrical Recycling invites the community to a free E-Waste Recycling Drop-Off Fundraiser benefiting Hickam Elementary School.

Bring your old or unwanted electronics for safe, responsible recycling. Both working and non-working electronic items will be accepted.

📍 Drop-Off Locations:

  • On Base: 825 Manzelman Circle, Honolulu, HI 96818

  • Off Base: 4655 Catlin Drive, Honolulu, HI 96817

♻️ Accepted Items:

  • Batteries (UPS, alkaline, lead acid, etc.)

  • Computers & IT peripherals

  • Cell phones & telephones

  • Hard drives

  • T equipment

  • Laptops & tablets

  • Monitors

  • Power cords

  • Printers

  • TVs (flat screen & CRT)

🚫 Items Not Accepted:

  • Cooking appliances

  • Personal electric items

  • Floor fans & vacuums

  • Stereo equipment & speakers

  • Hazardous materials

  • Construction & demolition waste

  • Lightbulbs & Christmas lights

  • Propane tanks

  • Lithium-ion batteries

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Bottles4College- New Year Recycling Drive 2026
Jan
3

Bottles4College- New Year Recycling Drive 2026

Bottles4College invites the community to kick off the new year with their 2026 New Year Recycling Drive.

Save your HI-5 cans and bottles from holiday celebrations and bring them to this recycling drive to support environmental sustainability and increased access to education for Hawai‘i students. All proceeds from HI-5 redemptions help fund college scholarships through Bottles4College.

♻️ Items Accepted:

  • HI-5 cans and bottles only

📎 See flyer below for more details.

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Synergy Salon Holiday Craft Fair & Donation Drive- December 2025
Dec
13

Synergy Salon Holiday Craft Fair & Donation Drive- December 2025

Ho‘omalu Safe Haven continues their 2025 Holiday Donation Drives on Saturday, December 13, 2025, collecting new items to support families and keiki across Hawai‘i this Christmas season.

🎄 Christmas Gift Drive:
This annual drive helps fill Ho‘omalu’s Christmas Store, where at-risk children can “shop” for free and pick out gifts for their parents, siblings, friends, and mentors. Donations of new, unused items are needed — including stationery, self-care products, toys, books, candles, home décor, jewelry, gift cards, and school supplies. Gift wrap supplies, candy, and snacks are also welcome.

🍼 Baby & Toddler Donations:
Ho‘omalu Safe Haven is also collecting new items to support single young mothers in need of baby and toddler essentials. Requested items include baby clothes, socks, blankets, towels, diapers, wipes, and toiletries.

All donations will be distributed through Ho‘omalu Safe Haven’s holiday programs, bringing warmth, dignity, and joy to families impacted by incarceration and homelessness.

📩 To coordinate drop-off or learn more, send a DM to @hoomalu.safe.haven on Instagram.

📎 See flyers below for more details.

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3Rs School Recycling Drive — Moanalua Middle School
Dec
13

3Rs School Recycling Drive — Moanalua Middle School

Join Monanlua Middle School and the Kōkua Hawai‘i Foundation’s 3Rs School Recycling Program for a community Recycling Drive.

This event gives local residents an easy, responsible way to recycle unwanted household items, electronics, scrap metal, and more — keeping reusable materials out of Hawai‘i’s landfills.

♻️ Items Accepted:

  • Scrap Metals: Bicycles, washers, dryers, fencing, filing cabinets (no gas cylinders or microwaves)

  • Electronics: TVs, computers, printers, laptops, monitors, phones, game systems, and cords

  • Confidential Documents: Collected for shredding (limit 2 boxes per household)

  • Household Goods: New and gently used clothing, accessories, books, CDs, kitchen items, and toys

  • Cooking Oil: Sealed, leak-proof containers only (max 2 gallons per vehicle)

  • HI-5 Cans & Bottles: Aluminum, plastic, and glass beverage containers

🚫 Not Accepted: Furniture, mattresses, hazardous materials, refrigerators, AC units, leaking containers, cardboard, and non-beverage recyclables.

📎 See flyer below for more details.

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Synergy Salon Holiday Craft Fair and Donation Drive — November 2025
Nov
22

Synergy Salon Holiday Craft Fair and Donation Drive — November 2025

Synergy Salon is hosting a Holiday Craft Fair at Dole Cannery on Saturday, November 22, 2025, featuring local vendors, handmade crafts, and festive fun — all while giving back to the community.

This event supports Ho‘omalu Safe Haven, a nonprofit that serves children and families impacted by incarceration and homelessness. In addition to shopping and holiday festivities, the fair will collect donations for Ho‘omalu’s Christmas Gift Drive and Baby/Toddler Donations.

🎁 Christmas Gift Drive:
Donations of new, unused items are needed to fill Ho‘omalu’s Christmas Store, where at-risk keiki can “shop” for gifts for their loved ones. Suggested items include toys, books, stationery, self-care products, candles, jewelry, home décor, gift cards, and school supplies.

🍼 Baby & Toddler Donations:
Donations of baby clothes, socks, blankets, towels, diapers, wipes, and toiletries are welcomed to support single young mothers and their keiki.

All collected items will be distributed through Ho‘omalu Safe Haven’s holiday programs to spread aloha and joy across Hawai‘i this Christmas season.

📎 See flyers below for more details.

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3Rs School Recycling Drive — Haha‘ione Elementary School
Nov
22

3Rs School Recycling Drive — Haha‘ione Elementary School

Join Waimānalo Elementary & Intermediate School and the Kōkua Hawai‘i Foundation’s 3Rs School Recycling Program for a community Recycling Drive.

This event gives local residents an easy, responsible way to recycle unwanted household items, electronics, scrap metal, and more — keeping reusable materials out of Hawai‘i’s landfills.

♻️ Items Accepted:

  • Scrap Metals: Bicycles, washers, dryers, fencing, filing cabinets (no gas cylinders or microwaves)

  • Electronics: TVs, computers, printers, laptops, monitors, phones, game systems, and cords

  • Confidential Documents: Collected for shredding (limit 2 boxes per household)

  • Household Goods: New and gently used clothing, accessories, books, CDs, kitchen items, and toys

  • Cooking Oil: Sealed, leak-proof containers only (max 2 gallons per vehicle)

  • HI-5 Cans & Bottles: Aluminum, plastic, and glass beverage containers

🚫 Not Accepted: Furniture, mattresses, hazardous materials, refrigerators, AC units, leaking containers, cardboard, and non-beverage recyclables.

📎 See flyer below for more details.

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Kapolei Middle School E-Waste Recycling Event
Nov
22

Kapolei Middle School E-Waste Recycling Event

E-Opala Electrical Recycling invites the community to a free E-Waste Recycling Drop-Off Event at Kapolei Middle School.

This drive-thru event makes it easy to safely recycle old electronics and prevent e-waste from entering Hawai‘i’s landfills. Both working and broken electronic items will be accepted.

♻️ Accepted Items:

  • Batteries (Alkaline, Lead Acid, UPS)

  • Computers, Laptops, and IT Equipment

  • Cell Phones, Hard Drives, and Tablets

  • Monitors, Power Cords, Printers, and TVs (Flat or CRT)

💡 Data destruction is available for a fee. ) Click HERE for more information.

🚫 Not Accepted:
Cooking appliances, floor fans, vacuums, propane tanks, stereo equipment, hazardous materials, construction waste, lightbulbs, or lithium-ion batteries.

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YWCA’s Bella Project Formal Attire 2025 Drive
Nov
18

YWCA’s Bella Project Formal Attire 2025 Drive

YWCA’s Bella Project is back again — and the community is invited to help make formal events accessible and unforgettable for local teens this season.

The drive supports high school students who may not have the resources to purchase formal attire. Your donations help ensure every student can show up feeling confident, celebrated, and ready for their special moment.

What They’re Collecting (Teens 14–18):

  • Formal dresses (short, midi, or long)

  • Pantsuits and jumpsuits

  • Contemporary, fashion-forward styles (within the last 5 years)

Please ensure all items are:

  • Clean and ready to wear

  • In good condition with working zippers/buttons

  • Free of stains, tears, odors, or heavy wear

Every donated piece will be offered through The Bella Project’s styling program, where students are matched with a personal stylist to help them find something that feels uniquely them — at absolutely no cost.

💫 A small donation can make a big difference for a student preparing for a milestone moment.

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Nov
17

Book Swap with BookHouse

Bring your gently used books to donate and swap for new reads that spark your curiosity.

📚 It’s time to refresh your bookshelf and share the stories that have inspired you!

Oak+Pine is excited to partner with BookHouse to host our community Book Swap, open to all genres — from business and self-growth to romance, mystery, and everything in between. Keiki books are welcome too!

Bring your gently used books to donate and swap for new reads that spark your curiosity. This event is open to EVERYONE, so invite your friends and family to join in, connect with fellow book lovers, and discover something new to enjoy.

Let us know if you are willing to volunteer and donate books as well!

Don’t forget to bring a bag to take your new finds home! 💛

This is a FREE event. Click here to RSVP.

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3Rs School Recycling Drive — Waimānalo Elementary & Intermediate School
Nov
15

3Rs School Recycling Drive — Waimānalo Elementary & Intermediate School

  • Waimānalo Elementary & Intermediate School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join Waimānalo Elementary & Intermediate School and the Kōkua Hawai‘i Foundation’s 3Rs School Recycling Program for a community Recycling Drive.

This event gives local residents an easy, responsible way to recycle unwanted household items, electronics, scrap metal, and more — keeping reusable materials out of Hawai‘i’s landfills.

♻️ Items Accepted:

  • Scrap Metals: Bicycles, washers, dryers, fencing, filing cabinets (no gas cylinders or microwaves)

  • Electronics: TVs, computers, printers, laptops, monitors, phones, game systems, and cords

  • Confidential Documents: Collected for shredding (limit 2 boxes per household)

  • Household Goods: New and gently used clothing, accessories, books, CDs, kitchen items, and toys

  • Cooking Oil: Sealed, leak-proof containers only (max 2 gallons per vehicle)

  • HI-5 Cans & Bottles: Aluminum, plastic, and glass beverage containers

🚫 Not Accepted: Furniture, mattresses, hazardous materials, refrigerators, AC units, leaking containers, cardboard, and non-beverage recyclables.

📎 See flyer below for more details.

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Like Like Elementary E-Waste Recycling Event
Nov
15

Like Like Elementary E-Waste Recycling Event

Like Like Elementary School is partnering with e-Opala Electrical Recycling to host a free community E-Waste Recycling Drop-Off Event.

Residents are invited to safely dispose of old electronics and keep them out of Hawai‘i’s landfills. Both working and broken items will be accepted for free.

♻️ Accepted Items:

  • Batteries (Alkaline, Lead Acid, UPS)

  • Computers & Peripherals

  • Cell Phones & Hard Drives

  • IT Equipment, Laptops & Tablets

  • Monitors, Power Cords, Printers, TVs (Flat & CRT)

💡 Data destruction is available for a fee. Click HERE for more information.

🚫 Do Not Bring:

Cooking appliances, floor fans, vacuums, propane tanks, stereo equipment, hazardous materials, construction or demolition waste, lightbulbs, or lithium-ion batteries.

📎 See flyer below for full list of accepted items.

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Give Thanks Mākeke — Community Food & Holiday Donation Drive
Nov
8

Give Thanks Mākeke — Community Food & Holiday Donation Drive

So U‘i Hawai‘i presents the Give Thanks Mākeke & Can Good Food Drive, a free community market celebrating local vendors, family fun, and the spirit of giving.

This year’s mākeke will also support Ho‘omalu Safe Haven, a nonprofit that helps children and families impacted by incarceration and homelessness. In addition to the can good food drive, the event will serve as a collection site for Ho‘omalu’s Christmas Gift Drive and Baby/Toddler Donations.

🎁 Christmas Gift Drive:
Donations of new, unused items are welcomed to help fill Ho‘omalu’s Christmas Store, where at-risk keiki can “shop” for gifts for their loved ones. Suggested items include stationery, self-care products, toys, books, candles, home décor, jewelry, gift cards, and school supplies.

🍼 Baby & Toddler Donations:
New baby clothes, socks, blankets, towels, diapers, wipes, and toiletries are being collected to support single young mothers and their keiki.

All canned goods and gift donations will directly benefit local families through Ho‘omalu Safe Haven’s programs this holiday season.

📎 See flyers below for more details.

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Battery Bill & E-Opala’s 808 Envirocycler – Kaneohe E-Waste Drive for Benjamin Parker School
Sep
27

Battery Bill & E-Opala’s 808 Envirocycler – Kaneohe E-Waste Drive for Benjamin Parker School

Battery Bill and E-Opala are back with another FREE electronics recycling event—this time benefitting the keiki of Benjamin Parker Elementary School in Kāneʻohe!

Bring your old electronics and help support local students while keeping Hawai‘i green. This family-friendly, drive-thru event is part of the ongoing 808 Envirocycler initiative, which promotes responsible e-waste disposal and sustainable giving.

Bonus Giving Opportunities:

Along with your e-waste, you can also:

  • Donate non-perishable food to Hawai‘i Foodbank

  • Drop off clothing and household goods to Goodwill Hawai‘i

  • Recycle prescription glasses and sunglasses with the Kina‘ole Lions Club

Let’s kōkua—by protecting the ʻāina, supporting local families, and investing in our keiki’s future.

See flyer below for full details.

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Make Lemonade Project x House of Hinu: Lei-Making Workshops
Sep
26

Make Lemonade Project x House of Hinu: Lei-Making Workshops

The Make Lemonade Project and House of Hinu invite you to experience two beautiful lei workshops—one honoring legacy and one celebrating creativity.

Set against the serene backdrop of a private oceanfront estate in Kuliʻouʻou, this special day offers space to reflect, create, and connect through the art of lei making. Taught by Raine of House of Hinu, both workshops explore personal storytelling and intentional design using textiles, florals, and aloha.

🌿 Workshop 1: Legacy Maile Lei
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Craft a maile-style lei entirely out of fabric, incorporating textiles from someone you love. Whether it’s an aloha shirt, favorite dress, or blanket, you’ll transform sentimental pieces into a keepsake lei of remembrance.

🌺 Workshop 2: Lei Hinu
🕑 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Learn the signature twisted lei style of House of Hinu, weaving together handmade fabric flowers to create a one-of-a-kind lei that embodies grace and grounding.

🍽️ Guests attending both workshops will receive a complimentary lunch between sessions.

🎟️ Limited seating. Tickets are $175 per workshop.

🔗 Reserve your spot here

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Oak + Pine Society Clothing Swap
Sep
15

Oak + Pine Society Clothing Swap

Clean out your closet and refresh your wardrobe at the Clothing Swap by Oak + Pine Society.

Bring clothes, bags, accessories, and more to donate and swap out with new goodies.

This swap is open to all—so invite your friends and family to join in. Don’t forget to bring a bag so you can take your new finds home!

🔗 RSVP here!

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