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Rotary Club of Upcountry Maui: local leaders dedicated to service above self. Join us! This is a core part of our current commitment to the resilience of Maui.

We champion youth development (Students of the Month, scholarships), environmental protection (tree planting), and community support, including Maui wildfire recovery. The Rotary Club of Upcountry Maui is a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to service above self in the heart of Maui's unique Upcountry region. Based in Makawao, our volunteer organization unites passionate community and business leaders who are committed to creating positive, lasting change right here on the island. We focus our efforts on critical local needs, with a strong emphasis on youth services through our renowned student recognition programs and scholarships for Upcountry high schoolers. Look out for our inspiring Students of the Month from King Kekaulike High School and Kamehameha Schools Maui! Our members are actively involved in vital environmental initiatives, including native tree planting to preserve Maui's precious natural resources for future generations. We also host significant community fundraisers, such as the annual "Rotary Helping Women" benefit, supporting crucial local charities. Following recent challenges, our club remains deeply engaged in Maui wildfire recovery efforts, providing essential support and resources to help our community heal and rebuild. Want to learn more or get involved? We offer flexible meeting options: join our morning sessions on the second Friday of each month (8:00 AM) or our evening "Pau Hana" social gatherings on the fourth Thursday (5:30 PM). Experience meaningful fellowship, develop leadership skills, and contribute directly to the well-being of Upcountry Maui. Follow our page to see our latest projects, join an event, or send us a message!

10/13/2026

Celebrating Maui’s incredible student leaders and looking ahead!

We are so inspired by our recent Students of the Month! Huge congratulations to Joseph Kamehameha (vice president of the JustServe club, varsity paddler, hard worker balancing 30 hours a week and his own auto detailing business, aiming for a military academy or Air Force ROTC and becoming a pilot) and Isabel Hartman (senior class president, Key Club president, Maui Dolphin Swim Club, varsity basketball and golf player, who learned business firsthand helping her parents open their eye care practice)! Your dedication, drive, and spirit of service embody the best of our youth.

Join us for our next Student of the Month meeting to celebrate our community's bright young leaders!

🗓 Date: Friday, Oct 16
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM
📍 Location: 1043 Makawao Ave, Suite 105 (Keiki Church)

Come support our haumāna and their families—everyone is welcome!

09/28/2026

🏡 **Building hope!**

Members of the Rotary Club of Upcountry Maui recently took an inspiring tour of the **Pukalani Nazarene Compassion Village** to learn firsthand about their transformative work in our community!

Established by the Pukalani Community Church of the Nazarene, this village goes far beyond providing traditional transitional housing—it creates a supportive environment focused on stability, dignity, and long-term hope for local 'ohana as they rebuild their lives. During our walk-through, we got to see their energy-efficient, solar-powered homes up close, as well as their community garden, raised planting beds, and chicken coop that support sustainable living and self-sufficiency.

Our small but mighty club of 10 neighbors is deeply rooted in hands-on service across Haiku, Kula, Makawao, and Pukalani. Connecting with local grassroots projects like Compassion Village reminds us of what’s possible when neighbors care for neighbors. It aligns perfectly with our ongoing mission across Rotary District 5000 to foster resilience, connection, and real support right here at home.

Thank you to the team at Pukalani Nazarene Compassion Village for welcoming us, sharing their vision, and showing us the incredible impact of community-driven compassion in action!

09/04/2026

From AP Physics to Eagle Scout Lodge Chief, King Kekaulike’s Brayden Kitagawa is a true powerhouse leader! 🌟
Whether he is excelling in Science Olympiad, AP Calculus, and AP Japanese, leading the trumpet section in the jazz band, winning a cultural trip to Japan, or serving as Scouting Lodge Chief across the Hawaiian Islands and American Samoa, Brayden exemplifies what it means to lead with heart, dedication, and service before self—and as he prepares to pursue mechanical or electrical engineering, the Rotary Club of Upcountry Maui could not be prouder to celebrate such an extraordinary young leader! We are continually blown away by the incredible achievements, humility, and ambition of our local haumāna, and honoring Brayden's remarkable journey reminds us just how bright the future is for Upcountry Maui.

Join us in celebrating the next batch of outstanding student leaders from King Kekaulike High School and Kamehameha Schools Maui at our upcoming Student of the Month meeting!

Event Details:Date:
Friday, September 11Time: 8:00 AM
Location: 1043 Makawao Ave, Suite 105

Come show your support for our local youth and witness firsthand the incredible talent blossoming in our community. See you there!

08/17/2026

🌟 Inspired by our youth! 🌺

At our recent Student of the Month meeting, the Rotary Club of Upcountry Maui had the absolute honor of celebrating Kaui Joaquin, an outstanding student-athlete and leader from Kamehameha Schools Maui! 👏📚

Kaui is a true force of talent and service. On the field, she shines in both flag football and soccer. Creative and quick-thinking, she serves as an editor, filmer, and brainstorming mastermind in media—recently earning a state media award in a silent film competition where her team had just one hour to plan and produce their entire project! 🎬✨

Beyond her media achievements and role as ASKMS Publicity Chair, Kaui’s heart for service is truly inspiring. She actively mentors younger students both at school and through her church, helping guide and encourage the next generation. Looking ahead, Kaui plans to pursue a career as an EMT or paramedic to continue serving her community when it matters most. 🚑❤️

Supporting bright, dedicated young leaders like Kaui is at the very core of our Youth Services mission. Moments like these remind us of the vitality, passion, and promise within our Upcountry youth.

Interested in making a difference, supporting local youth, or connecting with fellow community members? We’d love to welcome you to our next meeting!

07/10/2026

Mahalo to for sharing how education serves as a bridge to opportunity! 🎓 Globally, millions face barriers to learning, which is why Rotary is committed to the UN Sustainable Development Goals to ensure inclusive quality education for all. From cutting dropout rates in Guatemala to advancing adult literacy in the U.S., we are People of Action.

Global impact, local heart. Just as we celebrate our outstanding Students of the Month in Pukalani, our global 'ohana of 1.4 million members is working to "Unite for Good" by empowering the next generation of leaders.

Join us at an upcoming meeting to see how you can help us make a difference right here in Maui!

07/01/2026

Mahalo to for sharing how we "Unite for Good" to fight disease! 🌎. Health-related costs currently drive millions into extreme poverty, which is why Rotary is committed to ensuring well-being for everyone, at every age. From our historic work to end polio in 122 countries to training community health workers to fight malaria, we are People of Action.

[WATCH] to see how we are building healthier communities worldwide. 📽️👇

06/10/2026

Mahalo to for this eye-opening look at how we tackle global poverty! 🌎

With 700 million people surviving on around $2 a day, Rotary is committed to the UN Sustainable Development Goals to promote inclusive economic growth. From microloans for street vendors to sustainable farming tools, we are turning a shared passion into lasting change.

[WATCH] to see how every dollar invested creates a ripple effect of empowerment. 📽️👇

06/03/2026

Mahalo to for this powerful overview! 🌎

Whether it’s fighting disease or protecting the environment, Rotary is committed to "Unite for Good" across 7 key areas of focus. This video shows how being part of a global network of 1.4 million members allows us to tackle the world's most complex challenges.

[WATCH] to see how we turn shared passion into lasting change. 📽️👇

05/20/2026

"Early on, I knew I wanted to figure out better ways to get food to people who are hungry." 🌾

Mahalo to for this powerful perspective from Rotary member David Bobanick. David highlights a sobering truth: global hunger isn't a problem of production—it's a problem of connection and distribution. Through the global reach of Rotary, leaders are bridging those gaps to feed communities.

[WATCH] to see how Rotary members are taking action against food insecurity. 📽️👇

05/16/2026

When local education inspires a young mind to engineer a way to pull fresh water right out of the air to heal a neighboring island, you know our Upcountry future is in brilliant hands. Yesterday in Makawao, our agile 9-member team gathered to honor Brennan Tanaka from Kamehameha Schools Maui as our April Student of the Month. This kind and intelligent National Honor Society standout—who is also a dedicated long-time Boy Scout—is heading to Northeastern University to study mechanical engineering, bringing immense pride to his family and his home communities from Pukalani to Kula. By recognizing visionary youth like Brennan, our tight-knit group of neighbors proves that a small, hands-on team can spark waves of change and Create Lasting Impact across the Pacific.

Join the Movement: Want to be part of a hands-on group of neighbors making a real difference? Join us at our next meeting in Makawao!

What is one environmental cause or local innovation you are most passionate about seeing grow here on Maui?

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Makawao Avenue
Makawao, HI
96768

Website

http://upcountrymauirotary.org/

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