Mission Statement
With the spirit of aloha, we inspire the discovery and stewardship of the natural and cultural heritage of Pacific Islands parks.
Who We Are
HPPA is a nonprofit cooperating association working in partnership with the National Park Service in Hawaiʻi and American Samoa. Proceeds from our park stores support interpretation, educational programs, research projects, publications, and cultural activities. Our core purpose is to inspire visitors and to foster meaningful connections to the parks—for the preservation and enjoyment of the parks forever—all with a spirit of aloha.
To accomplish this goal, HPPA:
- Provides educational and custom site-specific merchandise;
- Funds visitor center exhibits, park libraries, and museums;
- Provides information assistance, sponsors free cultural demonstrations and festivals;
- Supports conservation efforts such as the endangered nēnē recovery and hawksbill sea turtle projects.
Since its creation in 1933, the association has contributed over $26 million in direct aid and other support to the parks.
Support for the Parks
Proceeds from our visitor center park stores and online shop have contributed over $26 million in support to parks since 1933.
Recent Impact Reports
Our Team
HPPA’s staff members enhance the visitor experience and support our park partners. Frontline staff provide park interpretation, retail sales, orient and assist visitors, participate in workshops, and support NPS staff. Administrative staff manage operations, financial accountability, human resources, park programs, board support, community outreach, and develop sales items.
