Puʻuhonua O Waiʻanae

Puʻuhonua o Waiʻanae is a community of roughly 250 houseless individuals who take care of one another and their community through shared governance, outreach, and sustainability. They have been living on DLNR land by the Waianae Boat Harbor for many years, creating a home from donated and found materials, and welcoming all who seek a place of refuge and stability. Recently, the group raised funds and purchased land for a village of permanent housing structures. The structures will be built in part by the future residents, helping them to appreciate the value of their efforts in ending their homelessness.

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91-1070 Yorktown St, Kapolei, HI 96707
Role
HomeAid Hawai‘i led the site planning and infrastructure development for the new site. The HomeAid team also constructed a housing unit prototype and a communal hall with shared kitchen, restroom, shower, and laundry facilities. Future project work will be undertaken by the residents and additional private contractors.
Amenities
Communal Hall with shared kitchen, restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities.
  • Status In progress
  • Units 250+
  • Project Value $912,808

Mahalo to our partners

The following organizations and individuals have partnered with HomeAid Hawai‘i to either build, fund, or maintain Puʻuhonua O Waiʻanae. Become a partner