The Kōkua Learning Farm in Haleʻiwa is an educational and agricultural destination, inspiring learners of all ages to actively support their local food systems, including food production, compost, agroforestry, pollinators, and more.
The Kōkua Learning Farm is part of Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation (KHF), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 2003 that supports environmental education in the schools and communities of Hawaiʻi.
They provide opportunities that enhance appreciation for and understanding of the environment to inspire lifelong stewards of the earth.
KHF cultivates long-lasting behavior change around sustainability by engaging students, educators, families, and community in hands-on environmental stewardship.
Founded in 1973, the Polynesian Voyaging Society’s mission is to perpetuate the art and science of traditional Polynesian voyaging and the spirit of exploration through experiential educational programs that inspire students and their communities to respect and care for themselves, each other, and their natural and cultural environments.
Through voyaging, Polynesian Voyaging Society hopes to inspire humanity to care for the earth by highlighting the vital importance of oceans, indigenous knowledge, communities, education and sustainability.
The Liljestrand Foundation was created by the Liljestrand family in 2007 to preserve Liljestrand House, the tropical modern masterpiece designed by Vladimir Ossipoff, and to make that preservation beneficial to the community.
Built on the slopes of Pu‘u Ohia (Mount Tantalus), overlooking Honolulu, the Liljestrand House is recognized as an outstanding example of Ossipoff’s work and of mid-twentieth century modern architecture.
Ossipoff’s designs are known for seamless integration of building and site, elegant orchestration of circulation, clever management of views, and creative mix of modern and natural materials.
Designed by famed architect Vladimir Ossipoff and dedicated in 1962, the IBM Building quickly became a community landmark, acclaimed by the American Institute of Architects. Its honeycomb façade was designed to keep the building cool, and this made it an early example of sustainable architecture.
Scheduled for demolition in 2008, the building’s preservation was assured when Howard Hughes made a commitment to restoring the iconic structure. Today’s IBM Building plays an important part in the life of Ward Village and mirrors the creative energy and vision of Victoria Ward herself.
