HUI aloha kholo will support watershed restoration and capacity building to support natural and cultural resources and increase the resilience of the kholo community

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) awarded a $2,200,000 Cooperative Agreement to HUI Aloha Kiholo under the Habitat Conservation Federal Grant Program (CFDA 11.463). The award will support watershed restoration and capacity building to enhance natural and cultural resources and increase the resilience of the Kiholo community in Waimea, Hawaii. Through this work, HUI Aloha Kiholo will provide opportunities for native Hawaiians and community members to participate in coastal restoration activities. The project will also fund workshops, trainings, and learning exchanges to educate community members on scientific tools and restoration techniques, and facilitate the sharing of challenges. The award period is from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2027.

Through this work, they will provide opportunities for native hawaiians and communities to help design and participate in coastal restoration. They will also support workshops, trainings, and learning exchanges that provide opportunities for community members to learn about key scientific tools, discuss restoration work, and share challenges.