Recent Kōkua Learning Farm Highlights
October is National Farm to School Month!
October marks National Farm to School Month and this year we’re celebrating with the theme, From Soil to Sea: Nourishing People and Planet, which embodies a commitment to honor the vital role of producers in our food system. From dedicated farmers, ranchers and fishers, their work and expertise lay the foundation for a thriving farm Learn more
Our Fourth Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm
We hosted our fourth Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm in partnership with our friends at Rivian and Chef Sean Congdon of Aloha Culinary Group! It was an amazing vening filled with good food and great company! We are so grateful to work with Rivian who also generously donated a Rivian truck Learn more
SY24-25 Back to School Resources
Get ready for the 2024-2025 school year by taking a look through our program offerings and online resources! The Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation team is excited to continue to support the schools and communities across Hawaiʻi! We are here to assist both in and out the classroom to further promote local & healthy food awareness, empower Learn more
Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm | August 23, 2024
We are hosting our fourth Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm with Chef Sean Congdon, owner and Executive Chef of Aloha Culinary Group. When: Friday, August 23, 2024 Where: Kōkua Learning Farm in Haleʻiwa Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm Check out Chef Sean’s Asian Street Market themed menu! Mark your calendars for Friday August 23rd Learn more
KŌKUA LEARNING FARM WORKDAYS
COMMUNITY WORKDAYS
Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workdays (open to the public) take place on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00am-11:30am. Projects may involve mulching, weeding, ʻōpala collection, nursery work, planting and harvesting. Register here to join a Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday.
LEARN MORE ABOUT WORKDAYS HERE
PRIVATE GROUP WORKDAYS
To plan a private workday for your school, church, business, military group, club, or other group, or if you are an individual who would like to volunteer at the farm on weekdays. Contact volunteer@kokuahawaiifoundation and we will work with you to find the best fit.
KŌKUA LEARNING FARM YOUTH INTERNSHIP
BECOME A MAHIʻAI
Kōkua Learning Farm Youth Internship Program is open to students in grades 9-12. High School students from across Oʻahu- private, public, and homeschool, are welcome and encouraged to apply. The Kōkua Learning Farm Youth Internship Cohort meet weekly on the farm. As a group, students will gain experience as mahiʻai through on-farm training to build skills and knowledge around agroecology, crop cultivation, fruit and vegetable production, soil health maintenance, and culinary explorations.
KŌKUA LEARNING FARM FIELD TRIPS
FARM FIELD TRIP
We offer the Kōkua Learning Farm as a field trip destination for learners of all ages to learn about all aspects of our food system, experiencing and learning about food production, compost, agroforestry, pollinators and more! Field Trips are limited so be sure to request a field trip today! Day of activities will be designed around age, group size, and what is currently happening on the farm.
ʻĀINA EDUCATOR TRAININGS
DEEP DIVE INTO OUR ʻĀINA IN SCHOOLS CURRICULUM!
ĀINA educator trainings take place quarterly on the Kōkua Learning Farm. These trainings are full of hands-on learning opportunties, diving deep into grades K-6 ʻĀINA In Schools Curriculum.
UPCOMING FARM EVENTS
Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday
Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation hosts monthly public community workdays, as well as private group and individual volunteer opportunities at the Kōkua Learning Farm. We welcome families, students, educators, businesses and more. Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workdays (open to the public) take place on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00am-11:30am. Projects may involve mulching, weeding, Learn more
Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm
We are excited to feature local chefs Mark Noguchi and Nick Erker of Pili Group for the next Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm. When: Friday, November 8, 2024 Where: Kōkua Learning Farm in Haleʻiwa Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm Mark your calendars for Friday, November 8th for a magical evening amongst family and friends Learn more
Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday
Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation hosts monthly public community workdays, as well as private group and individual volunteer opportunities at the Kōkua Learning Farm. We welcome families, students, educators, businesses and more. Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workdays (open to the public) take place on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00am-11:30am. Projects may involve mulching, weeding, Learn more