Community Development

Food Assistance, Resilience Building & Basic Needs

Emergency Food Pantry

We are committed to assisting our community through addressing the food insecurity many face. If you find yourself in need of an emergency supply of non-perishable food items, you are welcome to visit our food pantry Monday through Friday 9:00am - 3:30pm (except on ʻOhana Distribution Days, holidays, or during stated office closures)  When you visit, please be prepared to answer a few questions required for reporting with our partner, Hawaiʻi Foodbank, and mahalo for understanding that resources are limited to two (2) pick ups per month per household.

Monthly 'Ohana Foodbank Distributions

In collaboration with the Hawaiiʻ Foodbank, area partners, and a multitude of volunteers, KEY Project hosts two food distributions per month within our service district to aid in providing food resources to over hundreds of households in need. 


KEY Project Site:  

1st Tuesday of the month from 1:00 - 3:00pm


Kahuku Village Association: 

3rd Thursday of the month from 12:00 - 2:00pm

2024 Distribution Dates:

at KEY Project

  • January 9 (second Tuesday this month)
  • February 6
  • March 5
  • April 2
  • May 7
  • June 4
  • July 2
  • August 6
  • September 3
  • No Distribution in October
  • November 12 (second Tuesday this month)
  • December 3


at Kahuku Village Association

  • March 21
  • April 18
  • May 16 Rescheduled to May 30 due to weather
  • June 20
  • July 18
  • August 15
  • No Distribution in September
  • October 17
  • November 21
  • December 19

Prepare for your visit to a monthly distribution:

  • Pre-registration is REQUIRED every month to pick up food during the first hour of the distribution.
    • Pre-registration link for KEY Project location is posted on the  LAST Tuesday of the month.
    • Pre-registration link for Kahuku is posted on the SECOND Thursday of the month. 


  • You can only pre-register for ONE HOUSEHOLD. A household is defined by a physical address and everyone (including multiple families and/or generations living under one roof) living at that address. Sorry, no P.O. Box addresses will be accepted. 


  • After submitting the pre-registration form, each household will be emailed a QR code. You will need to present that QR code or your registered name to check in for your food items.


If you have any questions or need assistance with registration, please call us at (808) 239-5777.

Day of Distribution Guidelines


  • Please, no waiting in line earlier than 30 minutes prior to opening.  Since this is a pre-registration system, there is no need for participants to line up in advance. All pre-registered 'ohana will receive food!
  • First Hour: Pre-registered neighbors may enter the distribution & receive their food.
  • Second Hour: Walk-up registration on site for additional neighbors to receive food, while supplies last.
  • You are allowed to pick up food for a maximum of two (2) registered households.


  • This is a WALK-UP ONLY distribution. No cars allowed.
  • Please leave your pets at home. Only necessary service animals will be allowed.
  • Children must be supervised at all times.
  • KEY Project is a no-smoking, no-vaping, alcohol free property.  Please extend the same courtesy to Kahuku Village Association. 
  • For the health, safety, and equality of all community members, KEY Project staff and volunteers will supervise food distribution portions and will distribute items to you directly. Please do not reach for or remove items yourself. 
  • KEY Project staff members and volunteers cannot carry your items or assist you to your car. Please plan accordingly and bring an adequate container or person(s) to help you.


Tips to Remember:

  • Bring something durable to carry your food in (boxes, wagon, cart, tote bags, etc.) KEY Project cannot guarantee availability of cardboard boxes onsite and we often receive large quantities or heavy items to distribute.
  • Although lining up early is not necessary, you may encounter a long line.  You may bring a small, portable chair if you have difficulty standing.
  • It is encouraged to bring only the number of people needed to carry your food to help limit the waiting line length and improve the flow of receiving lines.
  • Prepare for unknown weather since some time will be spent outdoors between distribution and your vehicle, etc.  Bring a small umbrella for rain or hats, or other sun-protective items.


*This institution is an equal opportunity provider*

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KEY Project is a U.S. tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization (ID# 99-0118209)