The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui established the Ganbare Maui Community Recovery Fund to stand in solidarity with the people of Maui after catastrophic Aug. 8 wildfires that resulted in loss of life and significant damages in Upcountry and West Maui. 

Please fill out this form if you are any of the following:

1. A Japanese national, holding a Japanese passport directly affected by the fires.

2. Japanese American directly affected by the fires (loss of housing or employment/business, and other property)

 3. Community organizer/leader involved in programs that serve the Japanese community, or programs that promote the perpetuation of Japanese culture.

By signing up, JCSM will email you information about upcoming events and opportunities that are in line with Maui's recovery efforts.

The Japanese in Hawaii, such as the community in the town of Lahaina, have deep historical roots that span generations of more than 150 years from the Gannenmono, the first Japanese contract laborers recruited in 1868. Historical churches and other places of worship, well-preserved documents and cultural traditions have turned into ashes. More important, generational homes and residents’ sense of place that define their identity are also lost in the flames. We would like to pick up the pieces with you and begin this journey of recovery.