Rooted in Community. Rising through Resilience.
Building the connections that help us care for one another and meet what comes.
On blue-sky days, we build capacity.
In storms, we test that capacity.
In recovery, we rise stronger.
Our work
How We Build Resilience
RRRN brings together preparedness, gathering, learning, creativity, and care for place—reflecting the many ways resilience is built. Together, these paths strengthen the connections and shared capacity that help our community thrive.
RED ROAD FIELD NOTES
Our place, by the numbers.
3.0×
About 3.0 times the usual
September rainfall
September rainfall
Kealakomo rain gauge • Puna Makai
| Measure | Reported rainfall | Historical average | Compared with average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan–Sep | 84.17 in. | 39.05 in. | About 2.2× |
| September | 10.31 in. | 3.44 in. | About 3.0× |
Source: NOAA/NWS Honolulu rainfall table · September 2026.
Monthly summary prepared October 7, 2026.
Who we are
About the Network
The Red Road Resilience Network (RRRN) is a community-led nonprofit connecting people, places, skills, and resources throughout Puna Makai—because we grow resilience through community connection.
Through gatherings, shared meals, arts and cultural events, workshops, preparedness efforts, and community planning, we create opportunities to build relationships, share knowledge, and strengthen our ability to support one another—every day and in times of need.
Resilience Lives in Relationships.
Puna Makai is made up of many neighborhoods and the places that bring people together—farms, schools, studios, markets, gathering spaces, community organizations, and resilience hubs.
RRRN helps weave these people and places into a stronger network where neighbors can connect, share knowledge and resources, and support one another through everyday life and whatever comes.
Events and gatherings
What’s Happening on the Red Road
Gather, learn, and connect with neighbors across Puna Makai.
Upcoming events
Growing Our Resilience
November 8, 2026 · 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm HST
Uncle Robert’s
Artists workshop, Community Mahalo Meal, and Volunteer Collaboration Fair.
Smoke It Up! Hawaiʻi Island
November 14, 2026 · 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm HST
Hale Hālāwai o Puna (former Akebono Theater lot), downtown Pāhoa
Local food, community and food resilience in downtown Pāhoa.
Volunteer coverage: 1–3 p.m. or 3–6 p.m. HST; coordinator confirms assignments
Kūpuna Meal
November 20, 2026 · 10:30 am – 2:00 pm HST
Kalani Retreat Center · Blue Moon Room, 12-6870 Kalapana Kapoho Rd, Pāhoa, HI 96778
Mālama Nā Kūpuna & RRRN community meal.
Volunteer coverage: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. HST; coordinator confirms assignments
Red Road Art Tour 2026
November 21, 2026 · 10:00 am – 5:00 pm HST
Red Road studios · SPACE Artist Hui Hub
A free self-guided art tour along the Red Road.
Volunteer coverage: 8:30–10 a.m. and 4:30–5:30 p.m. HST at SPACE; coordinator confirms assignments
Christmas Lights Hanging Party at the Painted Church
November 27, 2026 · 12:00 pm HST
Star of the Sea Painted Church
Help hang Christmas lights at the historic Painted Church. November 27, starting at noon.
Moʻolelo o Puna with Uncle Keone
November 29, 2026 · 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm HST
Uncle Robert’s
History of Puna, ahupuaʻa and stories of the ʻāina with Uncle Keone.
Volunteer coverage: 3:15–6:30 p.m. HST; coordinator confirms assignments
History of the Painted Church & Candlelit Concert Fundraiser
December 13, 2026 · 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm HST
Star of the Sea Painted Church
History presentation by Nainoa Rosehill, followed by a candlelit instrumental and choir concert. Holiday cookies, cocoa and crafts.
Volunteer coverage: 4–8 p.m. HST; planning help also welcome
Kūpuna Meal
December 18, 2026 · 10:30 am – 2:00 pm HST
Uncle Robert’s
Mālama Nā Kūpuna & RRRN community meal.
Volunteer coverage: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. HST; coordinator confirms assignments
History of the Painted Church & Candlelit Concert Fundraiser
December 20, 2026 · 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm HST
Star of the Sea Painted Church
History presentation by Nainoa Rosehill, followed by a candlelit instrumental and choir concert. Holiday cookies, cocoa and crafts.
Volunteer coverage: 4–8 p.m. HST; planning help also welcome
Recent gatherings & community updates
Painted Church Community Resilience Day
Past event · Sunday, October 18, 2026
Star of the Sea Painted Church
Hawaiʻi Island United Way distribution and the Heat Resilience & Cooling Solutions workshop brought neighbors together for learning and community support.
SEEN: Faces of Puna Makai
September 19, 2026 · SPACE
Story and photos by Dawn Hurwitz celebrate Lynne Tuft’s portraits and the community gathering at SPACE.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Emergency Command Group on Standby for NOLO
Archived update · September 25, 2026
A September 25 update on neighborhood volunteers, resilience hub teams, and potential relief facilities preparing for Nolo.
Practical support
Community Resources
Find preparedness guides, community assistance, partner resources, funding opportunities, local organizations, and RRRN downloads in one place.
Take part
Get Involved
Connect, prepare, and take part. Share what you know, lend a hand, join community planning, or connect your organization with the network.
Share Needs & Strengths
Complete the Community Resilience Survey to share your household’s needs, skills, equipment, and resources across Puna Makai.
Shape the Community Plan
Read the plan and help strengthen preparedness across Puna Makai.
Volunteer, Partner, or Share a Skill
Bring your time, knowledge, organization, or ideas into the network.
DARCI offers tools, resources, and insights for leadership, response, and recovery.
Community resilience survey
Help Us Understand Our Community
What might you need in an emergency? What skills, equipment, or resources could you share? Our Community Resilience Survey helps us understand the strengths and needs already present throughout Puna Makai.