The People Who Power Hawai'i's Digital Future
Māpunawai is a Hawaiʻi-based nonprofit founded to ensure that every resident—especially kūpuna, rural communities, and underserved populations—has the digital skills, tools, and confidence needed to thrive in an increasingly online world. Built in close partnership with public libraries, community centers, and local organizations, Māpunawai has grown into a statewide digital learning network delivering hands-on training, digital navigation, and technology support across every major island.
Since its founding, Māpunawai has served over 10,000 residents, focusing on culturally responsive, practical education that meets people where they are. Grounded in the belief that digital access is essential infrastructure, Māpunawai works to remove barriers to technology so individuals and communities can learn, adapt, and participate fully in modern life.
Board of Directors
Governance & Leadership
Core Team
Operational Backbone
Digital Navigators
We have digital navigators for every public library in the state of Hawaii on every Hawaiian island.
Community Partners & Leaders
We extend our deepest gratitude to the community partners and leaders who support our mission across Hawaiʻi.
Auntie Kula and Uncle Bill on Anahola Homestead, Kauaʻi
Auntie Leilani and Uncle Keoni in Waimānalo, Oʻahu
Auntie Malia and Uncle David in Hilo, Hawaiʻi Island
Auntie Pua and Uncle Kimo in Kahului, Maui
Auntie Nani and Uncle Robert in Kaunakakai, Molokaʻi
Auntie Lokelani and Uncle Michael in Lānaʻi City, Lānaʻi
And to all the community partners and leaders who make our work possible across the islands.
A statewide digital learning network — 18 Digital Navigators • 10,000+ residents supported