Our Mission
As denoted by the name, our mission is rooted in virtue and family, to promote, develop, encourage and support youth development on Kaua’i. Our programs are set to educate the whole person through a holistic approach in mind, body, and spirit. We focus on the mastery of skills, internalization of habits, and embodiment of values. We strive, above all else, the help our youth become good and responsible citizens. By example, we want to foster and promote a spirit of “po’ohala” among all those involved and touched by us.
Po'ohala soccer Program
GRowing-up with Food Program
Anti-Bullying seminars & Programs
community futsal Program
Tutoring Program
Po’ohala Shuttle Services
Providing safe Door-to-Door Transportation for our Keiki
Youth Mental Health Assistance & Funds
Providing financial support to youth and creating supportive spaces where they feel comfortable sharing
What is Youth Development?
Youth development in its broadest sense refers to the stages that all children go through to acquire the attitudes, competencies, values, and social skills they need to become successful adults. As children move through their developmental stages, they acquire a set of personal assets, or supports, that help them face the challenges and opportunities ahead. These assets allow youth to become resilient, and their ability to develop successfully depends on the support and assistance they receive from the people and institutions around them. Po’ohala Ventures is committed to being that institution. Po’ohala volunteers are committed to being those people.
How can you help?
At the end of the day it’s not about what you have or even what you’ve accomplished, it’s about who you’ve lifted up, who you’ve made better. It’s about what you’ve given back.