Co-learning, Reimagined in Hawaiʻi

Kaulike Academy is Hawaiʻi’s first youth-led co-learning and co-working hub for ages 13–23. We are not a traditional school — instead, we provide a structured cooperative space with daily check-ins, focus blocks, tutoring support, collaboration, and accountability systems where youth take charge of their own learning.

At Kaulike, students don’t just participate — they lead programs like:

Tech Savvy Teens – free tech support for kūpuna
ʻŌpio Mākeke – a youth-run marketplace
Keiki Rise – a peer-to-peer entrepreneur accelerator

Our cooperative model is built on kuleana — responsibility to self, family, and community. Students contribute through volunteer hours, service projects, and cultural programs that strengthen identity and community ties.

Most importantly, Kaulike is youth-led and youth-run. Teens here are already creating businesses, mentoring peers, and solving community challenges — preparing for adulthood with confidence, purpose, and leadership.

by Youth, for Youth

Youth-Led Programs – Teens run Tech Savvy Teens, ʻŌpio Mākeke, and Keiki Rise, gaining real leadership and entrepreneurship experience.

Mentorship, Not Teachers – No traditional teachers; instead, mentors, tutors, and kūpuna provide guidance where it’s needed most.

Cultural Connection – Rooted in Hawaiian values and local traditions, creating a space where youth feel seen, supported, and grounded.

Real-World Experiences – Apprenticeships, internships, and hands-on projects that connect learning to life.

Youth Co-Learning & Co-Working Hub – A safe, inclusive studio just for ages 13–23 to collaborate, grow, and thrive together.

FUEL THE FUTURE OF HAWAIʻI’S YOUTH

Kaulike Academy is Hawaiʻi’s first youth-led co-learning and co-working hub for ages 13–23. Our learner-driven model empowers teens to take control of their education, rebuild confidence, and reignite their passion for learning. Many arrive after struggling in traditional schools—feeling unseen or discouraged. At Kaulike, they gain the tools, mentors, and real-world experiences to thrive.

Your donation provides what matters most: laptops and internet for learning, materials for youth-run businesses, stipends for internships, and a safe co-working space designed just for teens. These resources turn possibility into reality, giving youth the chance to succeed on their own terms.

When you give, you’re not just funding a program—you’re changing the trajectory of a young person’s life.

Mahalo nui loa!

A New Vision for Learning

Co-learning, Reimagined in Hawaiʻi

by Youth, for Youth

FUEL THE FUTURE OF HAWAIʻI’S YOUTH

Kaulike BLOG: Stories of Growth and Discovery

A New Vision for Learning

Co-learning, Reimagined in Hawaiʻi

by Youth, for Youth

FUEL THE FUTURE OF HAWAIʻI’S YOUTH

Kaulike BLOG: Stories of Growth and Discovery

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