Ola Hoa
rooftop farming
Ola Hoa meaning “rebirth” is a way to revitalize Honolulu by greening available rooftops with urban farming. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit that matches farmers to available rooftop spaces and provide resources for creating successful farms.
Honolulu is under utilizing city rooftops, public sidewalks, open air spaces, and more. These spaces can be used to grow food, flowers, and greenery to promote food security, ecotourism, and enjoyment.
why rooftop farming in honolulu?
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- sustainability
- reduce heat in honolulu
- carbon sequestration
- native plants
- spaces for pollinators
- mālama aina, mālama honua
- home-grown produce from your rooftops
- rooftop gardens
Mission
Connecting farmers to vacant properties /micro lots that have smaller, more affordable,& feasible start up costs for small farms.
Vision
For every city rooftop to be filled with greenery, thereby lowering temperatures, and lowering carbon.
Value
To beautify, shade, increase breeze, provide food to the community.
Interested Farmers Start Here
Current Ola Hoa Participants:
Need Farming Assistance?
Got an Available Rooftop?
Please send us an inquiry using the form below or call us during business hours.
808-OLA-HOU-8
(808) 652-4688
Open Hours
Mon – Fri: 9AM – 5PM
Sat: 9AM – 12PM
Address
Honolulu, HI 96813
Meet the Team
Lisa Chau
Co-Founder
Nonprofits
Technology
Farm Enthusiast
Melody Arnold
Co-Founder
Procurement Specialist
Tech Newbie
Native Plant Enthusiast
Brittnee Lau
Co-Founder
CommuniTEA
Marketing & Branding
Local Ag Enthusiast
Russel Pearson
Co-Founder
Nature Lover
Tech Enthusiast