Purple Maiʻa Foundation

Purple Maiʻa Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Aiea, Hawaii, dedicated to providing technology education to underrepresented youth. With a team of 47 employees, the organization focuses on empowering Native Hawaiian students, low-income youth, and others who lack access to computer science and coding education. The foundation offers after-school and elective classes that introduce students to the fundamentals of coding and computer science. Their curriculum aims to bridge the digital divide and equip students with the skills necessary to thrive in the rapidly evolving tech industry. Through these programs, Purple Maiʻa Foundation strives to increase students' earning potential and broaden their career opportunities. Purple Maiʻa Foundation goes beyond technical instruction, emphasizing the connection between technology and indigenous knowledge. Their programs integrate Hawaiian values and cultural perspectives into tech education, inspiring students to use their skills to create a more sustainable and equitable future. To learn more about Purple Maiʻa Foundation and their programs, visit their website at purplemaia.org.