Kona Causes
Be the Change
There is only one way to make a change
and that’s to get involved.
At Kona Boys we’re passionate about protecting the ocean and are active with several organizations working to that end.
If you are passionate about the ocean and in the position to make a difference please consider donating your time or energy to one of these great nonprofits. Check back here to learn out about upcoming local events and opportunities to get involved.
Hawai’i Wildlife Fund
Hawai’i Wildlife Fund is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of Hawaii’s native wildlife through research and education.
We are educators, conservationists, researchers, naturalists, communities, volunteers and donors devoted to the conservation of Hawaii’s fragile marine ecosystem and its inhabitants.
Surfrider Kona Kai Ea
The Surfrider Kona Kai Ea is made up of volunteers just like you. If you live or go to the beaches in our area, please contact us, come to our next general meeting, and get involved with our Chapter’s activities.
Coral Reef Alliance
The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL), is the only international organization working exclusively to save coral reefs. CORAL provides education, tools, and inspiration to help local communities become passionate environmental stewards for the reefs.
www.coral.org
https://coral.org/en/where-we-work/hawaiian-islands/
West Hawaii Voluntary Standards
The Coral Reef Alliance worked with the West Hawaii community to develop and implement standards to keep our reefs healthy and the public informed. The summer of 2009 marked a milestone for Coral Reef Alliance’s work in Hawaii: the successful balloting of four voluntary standards for marine tourism in West Hawaii.
Through a process begun in early 2008, the West Hawaii community developed standards for SCUBA Diving and Snorkeling, General Boating (including kayaking and surf schools), Wildlife Interactions (including dolphins, whales, monk seals, turtles, manta rays, sharks, and invertebrates), and Shoreline Activities.
Seathos
Did you know that plastic outnumbers sea life by a measure of 6 to 1 or that 90% of all large ocean predatores, such as tuna, marlin. sharks and cod, have been killed due to overfishing? Kona Boys would like to spotlighting a non-profit who is helping to saving our most precious resource, oceans.
Sea•thos Foundation exists to raise awareness of the human impact on the world’s oceans. With the use of innovative scientific research coupled with modern day media campaigns to spotlight the many challenges facing our oceans today Sea•thos will make a difference.
Using a three-pronged approach that includes projects + science, education + awareness, policy + advocacy, Sea•thos is dedicated to giving the ocean, the voice it deserves.
Surfrider Foundation
Surfrider’s mission is the protection and enjoyment of oceans, waves and beaches through a powerful activist network.
Kona Boys is proud to team with this great organization in the leadership of Kona’s Surfrider chapter.
Defenders of Wildlife
Defenders of Wildlife is one of the country’s leaders in science-based, results-oriented wildlife conservation. They stand out in their commitment to saving imperiled wildlife and championing the Endangered Species Act. Website: www.defenders.org Kona Boy’s loves their campaign to Save America’s Wolves. You can support their mission by taking action here or donating here. Make A Difference | Get web stickers