Donation Relief for Hurricane Lala 2026
Hurricane Lala has left our communities in great need of help. As everyone has been trying to clean up and pick up the pieces Tropical Storm Moke was right behind with anticipation of 15” of rain. Today it’s Tropical Depression Moke which is moving away, but may bring 2-4 inches of rain to the Kaʻū area.Many have contacted the temple to see how could they help. There are many organizations and groups doing what they can to help those that were affected by Hurricane Lala. This is a long term recovery so we worked hard on how we could help. In this flyer there are three options for you to consider to donate.
OPTION 1: PUNA HONGWANJI MISSION
Rev. Tomioka not only oversees Puna Hongwanji, but also takes care of Nāʻālehu Hongwanji and Pāhala Hongwanji. Some of our sangha members may have been affected so we will be reaching out to them. Funds to this account will be used for sangha members of all three temples unless you specifically indicate you want your fund to go to a specific temple. Make check payable Puna Hongwanji Mission in memo indicate Lala. Mail to PO Box 100, Keaau, HI 96749 ATTN: Lala. You can also send your donation via our PayPal at https://punahongwanji.org/donate/
OPTION 2: ‘O KAʻŪ KĀKOU (OKK)
OKK is a non-profit organization that is based in the Kaʻū district. They do a lot to help the Kaʻū community by providing support and events. The OKK group has helped both Nāʻālehu and Pāhala Hongwanji at different events. Make check payable to ʻO Kaʻū Kākou and mail to PO Box 365, Pahala, HI 96777 or visit their website to donate via PayPal at https://www.okaukakou.org/.
OPTION 3: NĀʻĀLEHU HUB
The Nāʻālehu Resilience Hub is a community support group that provides various forms of care in the community. They are currently operating the distribution center at Nāʻālehu Hongwanji in partnership with Vibrant Hawaii and with support from other local organizations. You can send your donation via Venmo to their account Malama Na Poʻe Kaʻū https://www.venmo.com/u/Hub2026. In the memo please notate Nāʻālehu relief.
Thank you for your support! This is a long term recovery and we know the needs change by different people you talk to so we have to be flexible.
