Hawaii
Hawaii
The ASYMCA Hawaiʻi hosts events throughout the year designed to promote recognition, appreciation, resiliency, and child development within our military community.
`Ohana Open Market
May 12, 18, 27
More important information, including all 2026 `Ohana Open Market dates, HERE.
The food we distribute is made possible through a partnership with the Hawaii Foodbank. Three times a month, we receive pallets of food from the Hawaii Foodbank to distribute at `Ohana Open Markets. This food can be fresh or dried produce. We do our best to sort and salvage items before distribution however, the Armed Services YMCA does not have control over the type or condition of food that is being delivered and distributed. Please carefully look over the items you receive before using them in your home.
2026 Summer Camps
June 1 - July 24
Early Bird Registration Rate: $135 per camp week until May 22.
Registrations are non-transferable and non-refundable.
When:
Where:
Who:
Camps:
REGISTER HERE:
JBPHH area:
At MCBH Education Center (Bldg. 220, 5th St., Kailua, HI 96734):
Schofield/Wheeler area:
Any questions:
Parents' Night Out
May 8, 15, or 22
Contact your ASYMCA Branch directly with any questions.
Kōkua Connections at Kōkua Hawai’i Foundation
Sat, May 16, 2026
Registration ahead of 5/16/26 is mandatory. Drop ins will not be accepted. Registration closes Wednesday, May 13th.
Complete event waiver HERE.
Armed Services YMCA Hawaiʻi's "Kōkua Connection - Learning to Live Aloha" programs and events encourage curiosity and fosters understanding of Native Hawaiian culture. Questions? Call (808) 448-1972 or email KTaniguchi@asymca.org.
Celebrating the Military Family Breakfast 2026
Wed, Nov 4
Celebrating the Military Family is Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) Hawaii’s annual recognition breakfast, held in November to commemorate Month of the Military Family.
Visit the 2026 Celebrating the Military Family page to learn more about this event, and how you can help Armed Services YMCA strengthen military families in Hawai`i HERE.
Kōkua Connections at Kamananui Valley Hike
Saturday, March 28
If we sell out of tickets, and you are interested in being placed on the waitlist, please email ktaniguchi@asymcahi.org.
Armed Services YMCA Hawaii's "Kokua Connection - Learning to Live Aloha" programs and events encourage curiosity and fosters understanding of Native Hawaiian culture. Questions? Call (808) 448-1972 or email ktaniguchi@asymcahi.org.
MCBH Ohana Ball
Friday, March 14, 2025, 5:30 - 8:30pm
ASYMCA Hawaii is proud to present the Marine Corps Base Hawaii Ohana Ball. Mothers bring your sons, fathers bring your daughters, parents bring the whole family.
Photos from the MCBH Ohana Ball HERE.
Contact the MCBH Branch if you missed online sales and are interested in attending. Call (808) 254-4719 during business hours (Monday-Friday, 7:30am-3:30pm) or email kaneohe@asymcahi.org.
Star Wars Trivia
May 2nd, 4:30-6PM
In honor of "May The 4th Be With You" day our Armed Services YMCA Hawaii is hosting a very special Star Wars Trivia event on Friday 5/2/25 at the USO on Schofield Barracks from 4:30pm-6:00pm. Dinner (pizza) will be served. Plus, we've got some amazing Star Wars themed prizes. Please ensure you secure one ticket per participant.
REGISTER FOR TRIVIA AT SCHOFIELD (MAY 2ND)
Download the flyer HERE.
Contact us at (808) 448-1972 or OutreachDirector@asymcahi.org with any questions.
Kōkua Connections at Hawaii's Plantation Village
April 25, 9am - 1pm
Registration ahead of 4/25/2026 is mandatory. Drop ins will not be accepted. Registration ends Friday, 4/17/2026.
IMPORTANT: If we sell out of tickets, and you are interested in being placed on the waitlist, please email executivedirector@asymcahi.org.
Armed Services YMCA Hawaiʻi's "Kōkua Connections - Learning to Live Aloha" programs and events encourage curiosity and fosters understanding of Native Hawaiian culture. Questions? Call (808) 448-1972 or email OutreachDirector@asymcahi.org.
Learning to Live Aloha Protect & Preserve Hawaiʻi
June 14, 8:30 to 12:30
Registration ahead of 6/14/25 is mandatory. Drop ins will not be accepted. Registration ends Monday, 6/9/2025.
Armed Services YMCA Hawaiʻi's "Kōkua Connections - Learning to Live Aloha" programs and events encourage curiosity and fosters understanding of Native Hawaiian culture. Questions? Call (808) 448-1972 or email OutreachDirector@asymcahi.org.
2025 Summer Camps
June 2 - Aug 1, 2025
2025 Summer Camps
June 2 – August 1, 2025
Download flyer HERE.
When:
Where:
Who:
Camps:
IMPORTANT: If you are interested in being placed on a waitlist for any camp week, please contact our Director of Programs, Keahi Kaawa by email kkaawa@asymcahi.org.
How to Enroll/Register:
JBPHH Branch:
MCBH Branch:
WAAF Branch:
Any questions:
Learning to Live Aloha with Hawai’i Audubon Society
Saturday, August 2
Living aloha is a journey rooted in compassion, understanding, and a deeper connection to the world around us.
Join us for a guided White Tern Walk by the Hawaiʻi Audubon Society through the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa campus and explore one of Honolulu’s most unique wildlife stories. The Manu o Kū (White Tern), Honolulu’s official bird, is the only seabird known to nest in a major urban area—without building a nest!
These elegant birds have deep cultural and historical roots in Hawai‘i, long regarded as navigational guides and symbols of peace and connection to the ocean. On this walk, you’ll:
This is a fun, educational, and family-friendly way to experience nature, culture, and community in the heart of the city.
Let’s walk with aloha and wonder—together.
Additional details about this event:
Click here to see event photos!
Armed Services YMCA Hawaiʻi's "Kōkua Connection - Learning to Live Aloha" programs and events encourage curiosity and fosters understanding of Native Hawaiian culture. Questions? Call (808) 448-1972 or email OutreachDirector@asymcahi.org.
WAAF Father-Daughter Masquerade Dance
Sep 13, 2025, 5-8 PM
With special thanks to Island Pacific Communities, we're excited to offer a special price for ticket admissions!
ASYMCA Wheeler Branch's Father-Daughter Dance is presented in partnership with Centinel. Mahalo nui loa to Centinel (Island Palm Communities) for your continued support of military families and Armed Services YMCA in Hawaii.
Contact the Wheeler Army Airfield Branch directly with any questions at (808) 624-5645 or wheeler@asymcahi.org.
2025 Fall Break Camp
Oct 6-10, 8am-1pm
Contact an Armed Services YMCA Hawaii near you. A helpful staff member will get you right-side up with answers to your questions about "S.T.E.A.M-roll into Fall" Camp.
Learning to Live Aloha Ulupō Heiau
Saturday, Oct 11, 8:30-12:30
Registration ahead of 10/11/25 is mandatory. Drop ins will not be accepted. Registrations are due no later than Friday, October 3, 2025.
Armed Services YMCA Hawaiʻi's "Kōkua Connection - Learning to Live Aloha" programs and events encourage curiosity and fosters understanding of Native Hawaiian culture. Questions? Call (808) 448-1972 or email KTaniguchi@asymca.org.
Operation Ride Home
Sept 2 - Oct 10, 2025
Armed Services YMCA, in partnership with Jack Daniel's, helps junior enlisted military families (E1-E5) travel home for the holidays by offering cost-covered (free) or funding toward round-trip flights for military members and their immediate family. Armed Services YMCA and Jack Daniel's are committed to making this travel possible for those most in need.
APPLICATION NOW CLOSED
Scroll to the "ASYMCA HAWAII APPLICATION" box.
In 2023 we helped 127 junior enlisted and their family members go home for the holidays. They traveled a collective total of 6,238,709 miles.
In 2022 we helped 120 junior enlisted and their family members go home for the holidays. They traveled a collective total of 5,217,062 miles.Contact Keola Taniguchi, ASYMCA Hawai`i Executive Director, at (808) 448-1972 or KTaniguchi@asymca.org with any questions.
Celebrating the Military Family Breakfast 2025
November 5
Celebrating the Military Family is Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) Hawaii’s annual recognition breakfast, held in November to commemorate Month of the Military Family.
Visit the 2025 Celebrating the Military Family page to learn more about this event, and how you can help Armed Services YMCA strengthen military families in Hawai`i HERE.
Operation Holiday Joy
No longer accepting referrals
More information about Operation Holiday Joy HERE.
Click HERE for the flyer.
Learning to Live Aloha YMCA of Honolulu Camp Erdman
Sat, Nov 15 & Sun, Nov 16
Registration ahead of 11/15/25 is mandatory. Drop ins will not be accepted. Registrations are due no later than Friday, October 31, 2025.
Armed Services YMCA Hawaiʻi's "Kōkua Connection - Learning to Live Aloha" programs and events encourage curiosity and fosters understanding of Native Hawaiian culture. Questions? Call (808) 448-1972 or email KTaniguchi@asymca.org.
Spring Break Camp 2026
March 16-20, 8am-1pm
Connect with the branch you'd like to register with!
ASYMCA MCBH: call 808-254-4719 or email ANishidaFry@asymca.org
ASYMCA JBPHH: call 808-448-1972 or email BCornett@asymca.org
ASYMCA Wheeler: call 808-624-5645 or email PKosareff@asymca.org
JBPHH Ohana Ball 2026
April 18, 5-8 pm
With special thanks to Hickam Communities, we're excited to offer a special price for ticket admissions!
More Info:
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
Registration extended to Wed, Apr 15!
Questions? Contact the JBPHH Branch! Call (808) 448-1972 during business hours (Monday-Friday, 7:30am-3:30pm) or email BCornett@asymca.org.
