College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience

Cultivating resilience, sustainability, and food security for Hawai‘i

As one of UH Mānoa’s original colleges and a statewide leader in agricultural and environmental research, CTAHR empowers students and communities to build a healthier, more sustainable future. From tropical agriculture and food innovation to human nutrition, climate resilience, and community‑based extension programs, CTAHR’s work directly supports Hawai‘i’s people, lands, and food systems. Your Giving Day gift strengthens hands‑on learning, research, and outreach efforts that keep Hawai‘i thriving — today and for generations ahead.

Meaningful ways you can support CTAHR today!

• College of Tropical Agriculture Fund
  Support student learning, research, and community programs across CTAHR that help advance sustainable agriculture, food security, and environmental stewardship throughout Hawai‘i.

• Hui Ko‘e ‘Āina - Wormery Project
  Power hands‑on sustainability education through composting and soil‑health initiatives that teach students and community members how to care for Hawai‘i’s ʻāina from the ground up.

• Waimānalo Learning Center
  Strengthen place‑based education, research, and community engagement at CTAHR’s Waimānalo facility, supporting projects that grow local food, cultural knowledge, and sustainable agricultural practices.

• Foreign Collaboration for Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Biocontrol Fund
  Advance critical research and international partnerships to combat the invasive coconut rhinoceros beetle, protecting Hawai‘i’s agriculture, landscapes, and food systems.

• GoFarm Hawai‘i Enrichment
  Directly support Hawaiʻi’s farmers as they recover, rebuild, and continue growing Hawaiʻi’s agricultural sector after the recent Kona Low storms. Recovery does not happen overnight. Your support helps farmers stay in agriculture and continue contributing to our local food system.