On-Island Update: How To Actually Help Hawaii Flood Victims Using Verified Local Resources with Star Dohl-Thurston

Want to help Hawaii after the floods but not sure if what you're doing is actually making a difference?

Most people have the heart to help but end up lost in outdated Instagram posts, unverified GoFundMe pages, and scattered information that wastes time and misses the people who need it most.

👉 Hit play now and walk away knowing exactly where to send your money, your time, and your skills so they reach verified families and organizations on the ground.

If you've ever wondered how to truly show up for Hawaii in a meaningful way, this episode is for you. You'll discover why good intentions aren't always enough and what to do instead to make your help count.

In this episode of Hawaii's Best, we sit down with Malama Map founder Star Dahl-Thurston to break down the most effective ways to support Hawaii flood relief so you can take real, confident action today.

👉 In this episode, you will:

• Learn how Malama Map connects you directly to verified nonprofits, skilled volunteer opportunities, and families in need
• Understand why showing up without coordinating through the right organizations can actually disrupt relief efforts
• Discover how visitors traveling to Hawaii this summer can turn their trip into a meaningful act of service

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Scroll up ⬆️ and hit play now to find out exactly how to help Hawaii flood victims using trusted, verified local resources.

🤙Resources mentioned:

• Malama Map

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📱Connect with Star Dohl-Thurston:

• Instagram: @stardahlthurston
• Website: malamamap.org

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🎧Related episodes:

• What to know planning a trip to Hawaii in 2026

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 🤓Chapters:

• 1:51 North Shore Recovery Update
• 3:08 How Off Island Can Help
• 5:20 Visitors Volunteering Pono
• 7:34 Why Malama Map Exists
• 9:34 How to Help
• 13:38 Wrap Up and Next Steps

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