A wonderful volunteer organization! Check the website because each day of the week they typically are routine with the location and time frames for cleanups. It isn't only cleanups, they handle restoration and land management by preservation, teaching, and so much more. Kimeona and his team are well versed and well organized in what they are doing. They have equipment so when you arrive, after you fill out the documents online, you are ready to go. Of course prepare by getting a good meal in you, staying hydrated, bring water (they also supply water but bring your reusable water bottle), comfortable clothes and shoes, and be prepared to "give back"! I love learning history and culture and the oli and taking care of the Aina. I don't want to give away too much, but at the same time I want to share everything. I have been volunteering with this team, mostly at the same place, although I met up at Magic Island and it needed, for a couple of years. My takeaways, it's personal for me. read more

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I was reminded that "people" were the last thing that came to the islands. That means everything needs to be respected. When people come visit Hawaii, they think about the beaches, food, partying, etc... People don't think about the impact it has on the ecology. We decided to pay our respect to the land that we enjoyed by helping clean it. This organization was more about teaching what is around us versus just picking up garbage. We first removed evasive trees along the river. The cool thing was that we moved the branches to a different area that feeds certain Beatles. Then months after the tress/branches were stepped on and crushed to be part of the earth. After about an hour and half of work we took a little environmental tour to learn of the necessary ecological balance needed for the islands. We saw the last type of a certain succulent, we saw endangered shrubs, and Hawaiian bees that are also endangered. We go to Hawaii and take, this time we gave back read more

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Found 808 cleanups on Yelp and as a visitor on the island, I felt that this was a fairly easy process to sign up for. I'd recommend downloading their free app to sign up for a cleanup, it makes it easy to do. We came in with good intentions and a heart to serve and I think if you're coming with your heart open to learning and helping I think you'd also be in good company. There was a good mixture of people in the community, visitors and natives of their land there. It was honestly really beautiful, we all felt welcomed in this space and felt like we were all contributing to something bigger than ourselves! I'd definitely recommend if you're a visitor and wanting to give back. read more

I've been to several of their events. Always well organized. They provide all the supplies including water! The event organizers are always prompt and very friendly. Their hearts and passion is to really make the island beautiful again. They're not afraid of taking on large projects. They have partnerships with the city to remove the large items for disposal as well. All the while ensuring the well being and safety of all the participants. Plenty Aloha! read more

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I volunteer with 808cleanups for several years. This organization actually DOES SOMETHING when there is unsightly graffiti tags on trees and park equipment or derelict nets washing up on our beaches, this group organizes thousands of volunteers across Hawai'i to clean up roads, parks, and beaches. Tons of litter picked up annually. Organizers supply starter cleanup kits for volunteers, effectively using funds for the work of maintaining our land and oceans. Almost every day there is a cleanup event on their calendar. Come just once or every week, all are welcome! read more

808 Cleanups - Graffiti removal along the rock wall, trash pickup, grass cutting, and new tree planted on the Pali overlook. - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me

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I have so many feelings and thoughts about today that I can't even begin to put them into words...but I'll try Kimeona, the love you give our Keiki warms my heart so very much. You are always such a good teacher and you don't hesitate to share your knowledge of this island with them (us). I may need to step back and close my eyes when you're teaching them how to use a machete and hack saw but I know I can trust you to keep them safe! Your heart is so sincere and it is proven through your dedication and leadership. Your passion is contagious! I feel so blessed we met you through 808. I know I personally have grown so much as a person just being in your presence. As we left today, the kids both said their hearts felt so happy after their work today! I still can't believe they worked for about 3 hours! You make the work fun! Thank you, thank you thank you for another incredible day! read more

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I did a few (formal) cleanups with 808 cleanups last year and was impressed at how well run they were; all of the necessary gloves/pails/ garbage bags were provided. I most recently have been doing clean ups in small groups with other members of 808-cleanups (more covid safe). This amazing organization was kind enough to provide my little group with the tools necessary (pool nets) to do a harbor cleanup. I am so grateful and we were able to fish so much trash out of the ocean. I feel really grateful to those who run this organization and for their dedication to the environment. I would definitely reccomend volunteering with them! read more

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This was the first time I have ever done a cleanup with 808 Cleanups and it was super fun! I love that they do regular cleanups at the same spot 2 times a week (this location in particular). One of the volunteers gave us a tour of where we were going to be cleaning up and told us how it was before and what it compares to now, amazing. They are also VERY educational (Hawaiian words, proper rock wall building, history of the location, etc.) super friendly. Supplied all the tools we needed. Cute little stickers. Very welcoming to everyone. Provided water if we forgot to bring our own. I loved it. read more

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About this time last year I reported a huge marine debris net that washed up on Diamond Head beach. It literally took about a month to remove off the beach and it gave me nightmares every night until then. I contacted EVERY government & City and County Office I could reach as well as DLNR, Marine and Wildlife, Coast Guard , Boat Safety division. I called, left messages, sent emails, filled out reports. Nothing. 1 rep from Boat Safety inspected it but nothing followed up. I was blessed enough to have enough friends willing to spend their day helping to drag it off the shoreline with all the energy they could spare. It wasn't until I went through social media and found 808 Clean Ups, that we were able to join forces to completely remove it from the beach and up to the road for bulky pick up. I cannot thank 808 Clean Ups enough, or the countless clean up ninjas that came by and did their part without being seen! It was one of the most meaningful community projects I have been involved with to date and I plan to always be an ally to this organization. Every person who volunteers in the name of this organization is a Hero. I love their posts of collections cleaned on various beaches and parks. It's scary that this day and age we have to endure so much litter on our islands. But as long as we keep the community mindset, we can prevail. read more

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Awesome organization that is so easy to be part of. I can take my bags and clean up whenever I want to! That's the basic premise of the group, just clean up when can, and if you want or need help- CAN! If you need any help, it's easy to organize it on the Facebook page of the same name (808 CLEANUPS). They will provide a cleanup kit with a bucket filled with things to help you at no charge- just tell them which beach(es) you want to adopt and they give you the tools to help you! Gloves, buckets, magnet (for metal litter), bags, a scale to weigh the trash you picked up, any signage you need, anything that can be of use- Michael will get to you .. even gives away shirts and stickers read more

How awesome is this group? Just attend any of their events and you will see their love for our island radiating from every member. We join them as frequently as possible and find them fun, knowledgeable and ready to tackle any challenge big or small. Roadside debris? Beach Garbage? Graffiti Removal? Again.... if you want to be a part of people doing it right and making a real difference look no further! read more

This place was great! It was very welcoming, though we don't speak the Hawaiian language and aren't too familiar with the culture, they guided us and helped us through. They are very welcoming, and it is sort of a family business. It was FREE as well. They educated us and provided us with new information. Very cool! read more

808 Cleanups is truly a "mauka" to "makai" organization. Whether you prefer to have cleanups on trails, at the ocean or your neighborhood park, there's something for everyone. Family oriented events/cleanups are a great way to introduce children to the importance of caring for the aina and that every person can make a huge impact. I love that 808 Cleanups is not only dedicated to trash/ocean net removals, but also graffiti tags on trees and rocks. Removing these eyesores makes such a remarkable difference in restoring the natural beauty of our trails/parks/beaches. read more

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My grad school class partnered with 808 Cleanups for our senior service project to clean up some of the area close to our school in Kakaako. Kimeona was really quick to respond and helpful in planning the cleanup. He made the time to come out and survey the area with me so that we could figure out how best to use approach the event given our time constraints and work force. On the day of the event 808 Cleanups provided more than enough bags, gloves, and buckets to use. Since we covered multiple streets, Kimeona's truck came in pretty handy to help us carry some of the bulkier finds to our centralized meeting spot. I would definitely work with 808 Cleanups again if I ever wanted to do another service project like this. Though some of my classmates were skeptical about the demands of this cleanup, they had a lot of positive feedback about how much work we were able to do together. It opened all of our eyes to how much more we should be paying attention to the communities we are a part of. read more

Amazing organization that puts on well organized events! Their stewardship efforts are community-grown and really help to connect the surrounding residents back to these special places-whether it be parks, beaches, streams, etc. There's always a variety of activities available whether you are a child or a senior. Tools are provided which is great as well! They welcome groups or individuals and also help to sign-off for service hours assuming you showed up and did the work. Really love volunteering with 808 Cleanups! read more

808 Cleanups - 100+ volunteers at One'ula Beach Park (Hau Bush) on their regular second Saturday clean-up event! (April 2019) - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me

I love volunteering with 808 Cleanups because they take action! This first-rate non-profit tends our aina -- making an impact from mauka to makai and into the ocean. Powered by an all-volunteer community, we help to remove trash, discarded fishing nets, graffiti, and invasive plants. Join us for weekly and monthly events or lead your own cleanup. For me, I was interested in organizing a Kailua Beach cleanup of micro plastics. Michael helped me add it to their calendar and even brought cleaning supplies. Thanks to his help and all of the volunteers who came out, I'm happy to share that the event was a success! There are many ways to get involved: adopt-a-site programs, invasive plant removal, nature graffiti removal, and marine debris removal, to name a few. It is great for school projects, volunteer hours, and even family events. Personally, I have found it to be a wonderful way to catch up with friends, meet new people, and do some good for our beautiful island home. To find out what's going on and what areas need help, I highly recommend visiting 808cleanups.org, joining their Facebook group, or following them on Instagram. Mahalo nui to 808 Cleanups for all that you do to help restore Hawai'is natural beauty! read more

808 cleanups is a wonderful organization that provides continuous support and compassion for Hawaii. Each cleanup I have been to is well organized as they provide everything you need for an efficient clean-up alongside friendly like-minded individuals. Whether you live on island or just visiting, definitely use some spare time to help this group of amazing individuals out! read more

Great organization that is making a huge difference in Hawaii. This is not a passive group, chances are pretty good they are sponsoring or supporting a clean-up somewhere on the island. Everything from beach clean-ups to graffiti tag removal. From parks to trails to mountain peaks they are making an impact. My wife and I have been hosting a site clean-ups for the last almost 3 years and have had the pleasure of watching Michael and his crew grow. The support they give the hundreds of volunteers is always top notch. All the supplies and support you need whether it is a solo one time clean-up or a large regular group event. Highly recommend getting in touch with 808cleanups, they will help make a positive change. read more

Since it's inception 808 Cleanups has been an integral part in protect Hawaii from Mauka to Makai. The organization has been protecting Hawaii for many years now...The vision is to enjoy a world with clean and safe beaches, hiking trails, and natural spaces without encountering any evidence of human littering or graffiti on any natural spaces. Their long-term environmental goals are to restore the aina and educate the public on how to create a land stewardship of Hawaii's precious and sacred spaces. They have done an amazing job creating a self-motivating culture with the people here in Hawaii where we all take responsibility for our spaces and the places we love and spend time at. This is an amazing organization that if you live in Hawaii and have the opportunity to join you SHOULD! Mahalo Nui Loa 808 Cleanups for making Hawaii safer, cleaner and motivating us to take back our island home! read more

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Great place to look for doing some volunteer work. I helped build a wall for a fish pond. It was an honor and a privilege to be permitted to help in this special way. Well organized event and great team of people helping run it. read more

Truly the means to making a difference in your community! 808 Cleanups' "Adopt a Site" program sponsors your stewardship by providing tools and supplies to facilitate your initiatives. At our adopted site, we've cleared out 47,000lbs of rubbish in 2.5 years, removed thousands of square feet of invasive species, and met many like minded people eager to assist. Participating in the monthly local 808 Cleanup sponsored events has been a great way for our community to connect and take ownership in the improvement of our local beaches and parks. Also, 808 Cleanups maintains a monthly calendar of recurring and one time cleanups projects, allowing you to get involved as little or as much as you wish. All cleanups begin with a safety briefing, all tools and supplies are provided, and the cleanups are a great family friendly activity suitable for all ages to participate in. read more

808 Cleanups is a great organization to have around! I adopted Koko Head Stairs a few years ago and visited regularly to pick up rubbish along the trail and at the top. I regularly enjoyed the company and assistance from the founder Michael, and supplies were always provided for me (how could it get any easier!). Others on the trail were always appreciative of my cleanup efforts. Fast forward a few years, I do not go to the trail as regularly as I used to, and I've noticed a dramatic reduction of littering. I'm sure it's a combination of people being more conscious about littering and other individuals chipping in to help maintain this beautiful spot, hopefully by observing my example, along with more people in general lending a helping hand. Oh yeah, I once noticed some graffiti on rocks at a beautiful neighborhood waterfall reported it, and other 808 Cleanup volunteers quickly headed out and cleaned things up. What a great group this is. What I like the most is the support that is lent to anyone who wants to seriously get involved. read more

The first time I visited Hawaii, the beauty of the aina and the power of the mana immediately stole my heart and soul. I knew I had to live here one day. After moving to Hawaii, I was so excited to become a part of 808 Cleanups because it was a perfect opportunity to give back to the aina. The work this nonprofit organization does is incredible! They clean up beaches and parks, remove graffiti and invasive plants, and provide outreach and education. I'm blown away by the number of volunteers engaged in 808 Cleanups and the passion everyone has for keeping Hawaii beautiful. I can't imagine what Oahu would look like today if it weren't for the work the board and volunteers of 808 Cleanups do on a daily basis. It's our kuleana to care for and respect the land, and 808 Cleanups is the perfect avenue to do so. Not only does it feel really good to be involved in keeping Hawaii beautiful, but an unexpected perk of joining this organization has been meeting some amazing and caring people along the way. You can participate in organized cleanup events and/or adopt your own site. The organization will provide you with all the equipment you need. GET INVOLVED with 808 Cleanups, whether you live here or you're here on vacation! Now 808 Cleanups has its own app, which makes getting involved even easier! read more

If you're a person that loves nature, your neighborhood, a local park, beach, surf or snorkel spot (that's pretty much everyone, right!?!) 808cleanups is your group! I've been a member for a few years and I am so proud to be involved with such an awesome community of like minded individuals. 808cleanups will provide support (in the form of an online social media community) as well as supplies you need to get your favorite spot into shape! This includes supplies to clean beaches/parks, get rid of graffiti, or clean the reef. I've adopted a section of Kāhala beach and usually snorkel the reef for rubbish that washes out of the canals and derelict fishing gear. I also participate in group clean ups and other random events that members post online when they need help at their adopted locations. There is always work to be done and friends to help! That being said this is a life style and I (as well as most of us that are passionate enough to dedicate our time to these places) clean wherever I go. Protect what you love, and do what you can to support your community when you can. That's the idea. Join us! All the cool kids do. read more

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Cleaning up the islands one piece of litter at a time! The most fantastic group of people ever, who daily restore my faith in humanity. Mahalo 808 Cleanups! read more