To help, to serve, to "Kokua" is a big part of the concept of Aloha in Hawaii.  Here at Meherdham, there are several ways you can kokua - though donation, through purchase of fundraising items (as this expands in the future), but most especially, by volunteering your services and expertise.  At Meherdham, there is always something that needs doing - or even redoing!

Volunteering

Besides financing, one of biggest challenges to developing a Center on Moloka'i is the constant struggle to obtain necessary materials and skilled workers who can see a project through. To date, a few dedicated friends and helpers have been of invaluable assistance. Most projects have been financed by Shirley Alapa on her own.

As a volunteer, airfare is your main expense.  You are welcome to stay on the property in current facilities, or tents.  Most needed are those with building skills, electrical and plumbing know-how, those with strong backs who can shovel/hammer/saw, pour cement etc. and those with interest and skills in assisting with extension of water systems, planting and plant care. Ultimately needed is a live-in full time care-taker and grounds keeper.

To find out more about how you can volunteer, email Shirley Alapa at
salapa@aloha.net

Of course, your donations are welcome too.

Please make checks out to Meherdham Hawaii and mail to:
Meherdham Hawaii
P. O. Box 177
Kualapu'u, Hawaii 96757
(Unfortunately, donations are not tax deductible at this time.)

Special Fundraisers

Meher Baba in Hawaii placemats

Originally designed for a party given to honor Dara and Amrit Irani, 8 designs depict Meher Baba in relation to Hawaiian themes including tropical flora and fauna, Meherdham and Moloka'i.  E-mail c_lynne2@pacbell.net for inquiries.

Hawaiian astrology greeting cards.

Boxed as sets of blank cards, one for each month, or as birthday cards. Sold individually commercially throughout Hawaii, there cards were designed by Stan Alapa and include astrological descriptions given to him as a gift by Murshida Ivy Duce. The back of each card includes an explanation of Hawaiian astrology written by Stan.  E-mail Shirley at salapa@aloha.net for inquiries.

Mahalo Nui Loa for your kokua.
(Big thank you for your help).