Building Aloha Brings Communities Together to Support Flood Recovery on Oʻahu
A nationwide network of donors, nonprofit partners, volunteers, and community organizations raised and distributed $10,000 in direct relief to families rebuilding after the Kona Low storms.
Sacramento, CA — Building Aloha, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, conducted its Oahu Flood Relief Campaign from March 28 through May 15, 2026, raising $10,000 to support individuals and families impacted by the Kona Low storms in Hawaiʻi. The campaign provided direct relief through the collective efforts of donors, community partners, and volunteers across the United States.
The campaign was led by Building Aloha in partnership with Move By Mana, Inc. and Keiki O Ka ʻĀina Family Learning Centers. Additional support was provided by Pacific Savagez Motorcycle Club, Islandz Savagez Car Club, All Islands United, businesses, volunteers, and individual donors across the United States who contributed to relief and recovery efforts for families affected by the Kona Low storms.
For a complete list of our Heroes of Aloha—donors, sponsors, and volunteers—please visit Building-Aloha.org.
Move By Mana, Inc.- a Southern California nonprofit, provided operational and administrative support for the campaign, while Keiki O Ka ʻĀina Family Learning Centers helped identify flood-impacted families to ensure relief reached households with demonstrated need.
Pacific Savagez MC volunteers assisted with community outreach and aid distribution on Oʻahu at Otake Camp, distributing $500 gift cards with great care and support. Islandz Savagez Car Club and All Islands United supported fundraising, donor engagement, and public awareness efforts through community events in California.
“The need for these funds was urgent, and we appreciate the community coming together to help. Keiki O Ka Aina’s assistance in identifying impacted families, along with the volunteer support from the Pacific Savagez MC, was inspirational and helped ensure relief reached those most in need,” said Kamaka Luke, President of Building Aloha.
Building Aloha is grateful to the donors, volunteers, and community partners who supported this effort. The organization remains committed to transparency, accurate public communication, and service to the community.
Please follow us on our social media pages on Instagram and FaceBook to see wonderful footage from our amazing volunteers and community partners in Hawai’i bringing gifts of aloha and hope to our o’hana on the islands.
Although families have made important strides in their recovery, the work at Otake Camp is far from complete. Residents continue to need assistance removing debris, restoring damaged properties, and rebuilding homes affected by the Kona Low floods. Skilled tradespeople, contractors, volunteers, and organizations with experience in carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, landscaping, waste removal, and general construction are encouraged to lend their support. Every contribution of time, expertise, equipment, or materials helps move families one step closer to safe, stable, and livable homes.
To connect with our Hawai’i community partners with an offer of support, please visit koka.org and connect with Keiki O Ka Aina. Mahalo.
For questions regarding this statement or to review supporting documentation related to these corrections, please contact:
Kamaka Luke, President – kamakaluke@gmail.com or Mapuna Theisen, Vice President – buildingaloha.sec@gmail.com
Issued by:
Mapuna Theisen
Vice President of
Building Aloha
Founder of Move by Mana Inc.
(714) 269-1610
building-aloha.org
buildingaloha.sec@gmail.com