ʻUmeke is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to preservation, perpetuation and education of Native Hawaiian culture. We serve the North County and San Diego County areas.
ʻUmeke cultivates connection to Hawaiʻi by preserving and sharing Native Hawaiian cultural traditions through intergenerational learning, storytelling, and accessible community programs. Rooted in kuleana, we strengthen identity, foster healing, and build bridges across communities.
We envision a future where Native Hawaiian culture is shared across the diaspora, sustaining a living connection to Hawaiʻi, strengthening intergenerational bonds, and empowering communities to carry forward ancestral knowledge with care, integrity, and inclusivity.