Scouting America, Aloha Council receives funding to replace cabins at Camp Maluhia

Whittier Trust has donated $100,000 to the Scouting America, Aloha Council to replace five Pop Hutton cabins at Camp Maluhia.

The cabins are more than 75 years old and have deteriorated from wear and tear and termite damage, according to an announcement.

Blake Parsons, chief executive officer of Scouting America, Aloha Council, said: “We are incredibly thankful to Whittier Trust for their continued support. These cabins are not only essential for our Maui Scouts but also serve the greater community. This generous gift will ensure that Camp Maluhia continues to be a haven for outdoor education and community activities.”

David Dahl, president and chief executive officer of Whittier Trust Company, said he’s enthusiastic about the project.

“We are excited to support Maui Scouting and are deeply impressed by the ‘Be Prepared’ mentality of the Maui Scouts,” he said. “Their quick response during the recent wildfires, including hosting displaced families and over 100 Red Cross workers, along with organizing supply drives and other emergency operations, truly exemplifies the spirit of Scouting.”

The Pop Hutton cabins are named in honor of William H. “Pop” Hutton, the first Council executive of the Maui County Council from 1920 to 1934. Funded by the Alexander House, Pop Hutton was instrumental in the early development of Scouting on Maui. Prior to his service with the Boy Scouts, he had an illustrious career as a detective, liquor inspector, athlete and entertainer. His legacy continues to inspire Scouts at Camp Maluhia, which was developed in 1937. In 2018, the Maui County Council merged with the Aloha Council, which now oversees Scouting operations in Hawaii, Guam and American Samoa.

Camp Maluhia, a cornerstone of the Maui Scouting experience, is currently undergoing significant infrastructure and facility upgrades to better serve the Scouts and the wider community. For over 100 years, this camp has been a resource for numerous community groups. The new cabins are a crucial part of this development, ensuring a safe and functional space for future generations.

Scouting America, Aloha Council is dedicated to enhancing community resiliency across all its camp properties, positioning them as vital disaster assistance centers. In addition to the cabin replacements, there are plans for a new commercial kitchen and dining hall.

This recent contribution follows a $50,000 donation from Whittier Trust in 2023, which helped support water infrastructure upgrades at Camp Maluhia, and other improvements, demonstrating Whittier Trust’s commitment to fostering strong, resilient communities through the support of Scouting programs.

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Scouting America, Aloha Council, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, delivers iconic youth development and leadership programs to nearly 4,000 Scouts in Hawaii and the Pacific Region. With the support of over 2,000 adult volunteers, the Aloha Council is one of the largest and most established youth-serving organizations in the region. For more information, visit here.