Event
Whale Tales Keiki Program
Whale Trust
Whale Trust
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Hours count as 501(c)(3)
Description
Whale Tales is our largest annual community outreach and fundraising event that has grown into one of the most beloved marine science gatherings, uniting whale researchers and enthusiasts from around the world. For over two decades, we’ve aimed to educate, inspire, and connect people with the latest discoveries in whale research and ocean conservation and have reached tens of thousands of individuals both locally and globally.
Whale Tales offers presentations by leading scientists and visual storytellers, a Mauka to Makai Science Center featuring local organizations and hands-on activities, a Community Art Expo highlighting the talent of Maui’s artists and businesses, and Benefit Whale Watches hosted by our presenters! Guests also enjoy special events from film screenings to sponsor receptions.
Our Keiki program is prior to the public facing event on Thursday, February 11. This program is for West Maui 4th graders. There are several components to this program. First the students get a classroom visit from the Whale Trust Education Manager, to learn a little about Whales and get ready for the steam workshop. Then on February 11 the students will come to the Ritz Carlton for a morning of fun interactive activities from our Whale Tales Presenters. We need volunteers for the event at the Ritz on the 11th!
Shifts
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Role: Keiki Program Volunteer
30 spots availableRole Description:
The Keiki program is for West Maui 4th Grade Students and their teachers. They will go through stations and learn from experts about Whales, Art, Ocean Science, Marine Debris and More! You could have one of a couple roles, that will be assigned to you prior to event day, based on student needs:
Station Volunteer: Your role will be to assist the station leader with whatever they might need. This could include helping while they run to the restroom, passing out an activity, helping kids with the activity etc.
Pod Volunteer: Your role will be to make sure that the pods get to each station. Your primary role will be time management, and showing the group the route to the next station.
Floater: Your role will be to fill in wherever help is needed. I may pull you to help with a particular station or pod if they need extra help!
Requirements:
Get ready for a morning filled with fun. There will be times of extended standing and walking, so please let me know if you have any mobility challenges!
Requirements
Upon registering to volunteer, we will email you with some short informational videos about this event. It would be helpful if you are able to watch prior to your shift.
We will also hold a virtual volunteer meeting on Tuesday, February 2, 2027, along with an in-person volunteer walk through and meeting at 3pm on February 10!
Information about these meetings will be emailed to you.
Waivers & Required Documents
No waivers available.
Location
1 Ritz Carlton Dr, Lahaina, HI 96761, USA
Service Hours
501(c)(3) hours
Hours here count toward your 501(c)(3) total.
Organization type: 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Category
- Environment
- Children & Youth
- Education & Literacy
Age Group
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teens
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