Volunteer Application Process
January 2010 volunteer program update:
Application Process:
1. Download or print the application:
Volunteer Program Application (Word Document - 45kb)
2. Send completed application with a non-refundable $50 application processing fee to:
Email: volunteer@kalani.com
Fax: 808-965-0527
Mail: RR 2 Box 4500, Pahoa, HI 96778
Please make checks payable to "The Kalani Fund."
To pay by credit card, please call our front desk at 
1-800-800-6886.
The $50 processing fee will go towards your tuition.
3. Telephone Interview:
When your application and $50 processing fee is received, you will be contacted to schedule a telephone interview.
***Note: if you have volunteered here before, you do not need to reapply. Just contact our volunteer coordinators directly, and we'll chat!
Scholarships
Trade Scholarships: Partial scholarships are sometimes considered for certain positions which require specific skills. When available they are posted below:
| Position: |
Maintenance Department |
|---|---|
| Requirements: | Experience with one or more of the following remodeling skills:
In particular, we are looking for construction skills: wood & bamboo framing, finishing, furnishing; concrete - foundations, cinder-block walls, counter-tops, dyeing & staining; electrical; plumbing; solar water heating and photovoltaic. |
| Position: | Information Technology |
| Requirements: |
Someone with an IT background to assist with some or all of the following tasks:
We have multiple IT tasks/projects running concurrently. There may be more than one position available, depending on project timing. Minimum commitment is two months. |
| Position: |
Kitchen Department |
| Requirements: |
Kalani is on the lookout for volunteers with food-service skills to help support our extensive food service program. As a wellness-retreat center, Kalani is committed to serving our diners healthy, diverse, consciously prepared food. We feature local and organic ingredients as much as possible and, while we do serve meat, we work hard to encourage a plant – based diet by providing quality vegetarian options at every meal. We are looking for experienced cooks who are interested in being a part of our kitchen above and beyond what is expected of other volunteers, but we will offer you an opportunity to play a larger role in creating Kalani’s dining experience. You will get the chance to both share and sharpen your skills in a unique and challenging food service environment. Are you willing to:
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To apply for any available scholarships, please fill out the Volunteer Program Application noting your interest. There is a separate application process for scholarships.
Contact Volunteer Coordinators: Salita and Tiffany
Please contact Salita or Tiffany for additional information or if you have any questions.
We would love to hear from you!
Phone: 808-965-0468 ext. 117
Online: Contact form
