Thousands Volunteer to Clean Up Makaha Beach

Community members across Oahu come together to clear debris and trash after recent storms

Mar. 29, 2026 at 12:18am

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph depicting a group of people working together to clean up debris on a beach, with the ocean and palm trees visible in the background. The image is composed of warm, hazy pools of light and color, creating a dreamlike, atmospheric quality.The vibrant community response to the Makaha Beach cleanup exemplifies the island's resilience and commitment to recovery in the aftermath of recent storms.Honolulu Today

Thousands of community members, including celebrities, athletes, government officials, and local residents, gathered at Makaha Beach on Oahu's Waianae Coast to help clean up debris and trash caused by recent storms as part of the ongoing Kona low recovery efforts. The volunteer response has been overwhelming across the island, with private property owners opening their driveways to allow people to dispose of debris.

Why it matters

The beach cleanup efforts demonstrate the strong sense of community and responsibility that Oahu residents feel towards taking care of their home. The overwhelming volunteer turnout highlights the island's resilience and commitment to recovery in the aftermath of the recent natural disasters.

The details

On Saturday, March 28, community members came together at Makaha Beach to help clear debris and trash caused by the recent storms. The cleanup extended beyond Makaha Beach, with private property owners opening their driveways to allow people to dispose of debris. The volunteer response has been strong across the island, with people from all walks of life, including celebrities, UH athletes, and government officials, pitching in to help.

  • The beach cleanup took place on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
  • The cleanup efforts started around 7 a.m. and were completed by 9:30 a.m.

The players

Andria Tupola

A state representative who participated in the beach cleanup and praised the community's response.

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What they’re saying

“We can't get this done without those hands. The type of ownership that happens when people come out, they feel pride, they feel a responsibility. This is our home. The more we take care of it, the more it takes care of us.”

— Andria Tupola, State Representative

The takeaway

The Makaha Beach cleanup demonstrates the strong sense of community and responsibility that Oahu residents have towards their home. The overwhelming volunteer turnout highlights the island's resilience and commitment to recovery in the aftermath of recent natural disasters, with people from all walks of life coming together to lend a helping hand.