At Waikalua Loko Iʻa, a 400-year-old Hawaiian fishpond in Kāneʻohe, Oʻahu, a nonprofit works with state, federal, and local authorities as well as diverse community members to revitalize an ecosystem that supported numerous native wildlife species, including ʻamaʻama (Mugil cephalus) and aeʻo (Himantopus mexicanus knudseni). This work is part of a growing community-led movement to revive indigenous food and environmental caretaking systems. Recent research has quantified ecological benefits like heightened biodiversity and improved water quality, but the social and cultural dimensions of resilience remain less explored. This case study investigates how collaborative care coordinated among various stakeholders influences community well-being and resilience. Drawing from semi-structured interviews with community members, as well as field observations and ecological data, this research analyzes the impact of restoration work beyond the physical site of Waikalua Loko Iʻa. Preliminary findings suggest that participation in fishpond restoration enhances intergenerational learning, strengthens cultural identity, and enhances social cohesion; Waikalua Loko Iʻa serves as a place of connection (piko), for wildlife and human community members, because of its collaborative approach to caretaking. This case highlights the importance of community engagement and cultural grounding in wildlife and ecosystem restoration, providing a model for inclusive natural resource management in Hawaiʻi and beyond.