These are images of the damage left by the devastating wildfires in Maui. Families and wildlife have been severely affected, and help is urgently needed.
Maui, recently faced a devastating catastrophe - wildfires that devastated large parts of the island, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. The images are horrifying; once vibrant areas now lie in ashes, a painful reminder of the unstoppable power of nature.
Our connection to Maui is invaluable because Tess and Mateo, who have been creating Buvana’s content since its inception, live there. Their own home fortunately escaped the flames, but unfortunately, many of their friends and family members did not. The fires have ruthlessly destroyed homes, livelihoods, and dreams, leaving behind a community in desperate need of support.
How we want to help
As a show of solidarity and support, we wanted to give back to Maui and all those affected. That’s why we’ve created a special travel towel inspired by Maui’s beautiful nature. Every purchase of this towel directly supports the recovery efforts, with 100% of profits donated to families affected by the wildfires through the Help Maui Rise initiative.
The affected families we will help
These families are friends with Tess and Mateo, which is why we chose to help these families specifically.
The Claydon Ohana
A family rooted in the rich traditions of Maui were forced to flee the approaching fires and lost almost everything. The material losses are hard to comprehend, but it is the people and relationships that are most precious to them.
The Colpas Family
A dear group of friends known for their warm hospitality and vibrant community spirit have lost their home and business to the blaze. They recently relocated to a new location after being relocated four times in a month and a half, with a family of five. This move also involved a long commute, and has had a major impact on their work and life situation.
The Bennett Ohana
Deep Lahaina lovers and longtime local community members lost their dream home and business in the fire. Their insurance only covers a minimal amount, leaving them with enormous challenges in recovering and rebuilding their lives and businesses.
The Tihada Ohana
A blessing to the Lahaina community through their coaching work and selfless dedication, have also been affected and lost their homes. Their dedication to helping others makes this situation all the more heartbreaking.
Bill Green and Ohana
A beloved presence on Maui since 1984, they lost everything in the fire. With only minutes to evacuate, their homes and belongings were destroyed, and now they face the challenges of rebuilding and recovery.
How can you help?
Join us in our mission to help Maui recover from the disaster. By purchasing our Maui Travel Towel, you are directly contributing to the recovery efforts for families affected by the wildfires through the Help Maui Rise initiative. Every purchase means 100% of the profits go to these families to help them rebuild their lives.