Kapa Hawaiʻi — Grow Community, Nourish the ʻĀina
Kapa Hawaiʻi blends a local Universal Basic Income with a community currency — empowering families, supporting regenerative agriculture, and strengthening island resilience through values of Aloha and Mālama ʻĀina.
What Is Kapa Hawaiʻi?
Kapa Hawaiʻi is a community-first model that pairs regular Kapa UBI credits with a local circulation currency (Kapa). Members participate in regenerative projects and receive stable, local purchasing power that prioritizes native stewardship and local businesses.
- Local circulation: Kapa keeps economic value within Hawaiʻi Island, helping small farms and artisans thrive.
- Mālama ʻĀina: A portion of funds goes to land restoration, native planting and community stewardship.
- Transparent & community-led: Governance is conducted by a local council representing kūpuna, farmers, and community members.
Our aim: an equitable, regenerative local economy that honors Hawaiian knowledge and sustains future generations.
How It Works — Member Journey
- Join & be eligible — Apply for Kapa UBI and complete brief orientation on local values and usage.
- Receive Kapa credits — Regular credits help cover essentials and can be spent with Kapa partners.
- Support the ʻāina — A share of transactions funds ecological projects and community programs.
- Participate in governance — Members and partners shape how Kapa Hawaiʻi grows.
This community-led, place-based approach centers people and land, ensuring prosperity circulates where it matters most.
Get in Touch
Learn more about Kapa Hawaiʻi, partner programs, and opportunities to support our island communities on the Contribute page.