Shouldn't everybody have a place to belong?
Hoapili is a non-profit organization focused on providing opportunities of inclusion for anyone with special needs, disabilities, neurodiversity, extra-awesomeness... whatever you want to call it!
Hoapili is the Hawaiian word for "best friend".
Have you ever felt like an outsider... like you didn't have a place to fit in?
(We've all experienced that on some level).
Now, imagine what life would be like if you felt that way all the time.
That's the reality for a lot of the neurodiverse population. They commonly aren’t able to fit into the "typical" flow of life and are often overlooked and even forgotten.
Hoapili was not only created to help this population feel included...
Hoapili was created to put them in the spotlight!
It All Started With A Party!
In November of 2018, Hoapili began it's work of providing "belonging activities" for the special needs population of a rural community on the North Shore of O'ahu.
Now, participants come from all over the island.
...And we're just getting warmed up!
Three Ways We're Helping Now
Monthly Game Room Parties
Every month, we book a game room with a bowling alley, video games, ping pong, (and more!) as a way of hanging out with friends.
Regular Sports Clinics
6-week tennis and soccer clinics are scheduled during the year. Other shorter "pop-up" clinics happen from time to time as well.
Seasonal & Special Events
From Christmas caroling hay rides to summertime pool parties, we're always looking for a reason to get together to build a sense of belonging!
Join The Fun At An Upcoming Event!
Please check this page from time to time as new events are scheduled throughout the year.
Annual Clinic with the Kahuku High School Red Raider Football Team
On October 11, 2023, Coach Sterling Carvalho and his coaching staff along with the State Champion Kahuku HS Football Team and JV Team will host a football clinic with Hoapili. The event will take place at Kahuku High School starting at 4 pm.
For more information, please contact us below.
Upcoming Game Room Dates
Hoapili game nights are hosted at "The Hub" on the campus of BYU Hawaii. Join us for bowling, video games, pool, ping pong, pizza, fun and friendship!
Events are specifically offered for individuals with special needs. (All ages are welcome). Parents or a caretaker are asked to attend.
There is no fee to participate and food is provided.
Venue Address:
55-220 Kulanui St.
Laie, HI 96762
Upcoming Event Dates:
- March 19, 2024
- April 16, 2024
Time for All Game Night Events:
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Please contact us if you have questions!
Winter Soccer Clinic
Do you know an individual with special needs or neurodiversity who would have difficulty participating in a traditional sports setting? If so...
Hoapili is the team to join!
Many of our coaches are college students who volunteer their time to help participants work on soccer and coordination skills. They are also trained to be aware that sometimes our participants just want to throw the ball (instead of kick it), or run around the park, or climb a tree, or listen to music on their headphones.
Guess what? That's all soccer here. :)
When you're with Hoapili, belonging is the highest form of winning, and we do it together!
Registration: Free
Location:
Mālaekahana State Recreation Area
56-020 Kamehameha Hwy
Laie, HI 96763
Upcoming Clinic Dates:
- January 16, 2024
- January 23, 2024
- January 30, 2024
- February 6, 2024
- February 13, 2024
- February 20, 2024
- February 27, 2024
Time for All Dates:
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Additional Details:
While walk-ins are very welcome, we do encourage participants' parents or caregivers to contact us to register their player(s) in advance.
Like any proper soccer team, our players receive team jerseys! To provide those, we need to know what shirt sizes to order before the clinic begins (whenever possible).
Registration also helps us ensure that we have an appropriate number of coaches available to help.
There is no registration fee required to participate and all ages are welcome. Please contact us to register.
Hoapili is a non-profit organization working to provide more opportunities to individuals with extra challenges in their lives. As such, our events are provided at no cost for our amazing participants.
We rely on grants and charitable donations to grow this work. Please contact us if you are aware of available funding opportunities, or if you would like to contribute financially.
Hoapili, Inc. is officially recognized by the IRS as 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax-deductible.
Contact Us!
Please reach out for any of the following:
- Information/Participation in upcoming events
- Volunteer opportunities
- Collaboration ideas for future activities, clinics, or special events
- Donations and/or funding opportunities
- Media inquiries
- General questions
Primary Contact:
Terra Daniel
President, Hoapili, Inc.
(801) 647-1313 (call or text)
[email protected]
Mailing Address:
Hoapili, Inc.
57-101 Kuilima Dr. #67
Kahuku, HI 96731
