Every young person deserves a safe place to be welcomed, and a real chance to thrive. Hale Kipa is here for them.
Rooted in aloha and kuleana, Hale Kipa is dedicated to supporting and empowering Hawai‘i’s youth and families who are navigating trauma, injustice, and systemic barriers.
Through safe and nurturing housing, culturally grounded care, and trauma-informed relationships, we guide young people to discover their passions, build resilience, and thrive as compassionate, responsible leaders in their families and communities.
A year of impact, resilience, and change. Explore the stories.
Our results aren’t just numbers; they’re stories of survival, growth, and resilience. Take a closer look at the change we fight for every day.
Shelters Across the Hawai‘i Islands
Youth Empowered Across Hawaiʻi Since 1970
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“Hale Kipa was my foundation for life saving changes.”
“I was living on the street because home wasn’t safe. The people at Hale Kipa fed me, helped me get my GED. I’ve made something of my life.”
Ikaika, age 18
Hale Kipa Youth Alumni
“When we couldn’t stand, they stood up for us. When we couldn’t speak, they were our voices. When we had nothing, they provided. When we couldn’t go, they were our wheels. When we couldn’t be heard, they were our microphone.”
Jomery, age 17
Single Mother and Hale Kipa Youth Alumni
We offer a full range of services to ensure every child’s needs are met.
Safe, supportive housing and skill building programs help youth and young adults move toward independence and stability.
Early outreach connects youth and families to resources, education, and support to prevent deeper challenges.
Individualized mental health and crisis services help youth and families heal, build skills, and move forward.
Strength based coaching, parenting support, and cultural engagement help families overcome challenges and grow stronger.
Held on the evening of Friday, October 24th, Hale Kipa’s ‘Ewa Beach parking lot was transformed into a lively Halloween wonderland. The event, hosted by Hale Kipa’s Puʻuhonua team (Emergency Shelter Services), provided a fun and safe space for our costumed ʻōpio (youth) to celebrate
Department of the Attorney General News Release 2025-91 October 22, 2025 . HONOLULU – The Hawaiʻi Department of the Attorney General and the Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services today announced the results of a coordinated, multi-agency child recovery operation conducted over the past weekend, known
In Hawaiian and many other cultural traditions, names are more than labels, they carry mana (spiritual power), identity, and intention. To name a hale (house) or facility is a sacred act, one rooted in ancestral knowledge, cultural values, and deep respect for place. At Hale
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