As we look ahead, mark your social calendars for these philanthropic fetes. Whether it’s a glamorous gala or silent auction, there is a plethora of causes to celebrate.
An overview of a past Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival event at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa PHOTO: COURTESY OF HAWAI‘I FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL/BY REID SHIMABUKURO
12TH HAWAI‘I FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL, O‘AHU
NOVEMBER 2-6
Eighty-four of the nation’s top chefs and culinar y masters, joined by dozens of winemakers and mixologists, showcase their talents at HFWF. Known as the premier epicurean event in the Pacific, the festival spotlights Hawai‘i as a culinar y destination—promoting local chef talent alongside the diversity of rich agricultural offerings grown and raised in the islands. hawaiifoodandwinefestival.com
HAWAI‘I INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
NOVEMBER 3-20
Shining a spotlight on the incredible international achievements in the Asia-Pacific region in film, the Hawai‘i International Film Festival recognizes new and emerging talent. With films from 40-plus countries, industry panels and career development workshops, HIFF42 will again be a hybrid festival, primarily with in-theater screenings. hiff.org
MADE IN HAWAII FESTIVAL
NOVEMBER 11-13
Presented by Mahi Pono at Ala Moana Center over the Veterans Day holiday weekend, see the state’s longest-running showcase of made-in-Hawai‘i products, including food, books, fashion, handmade crafts, jewelry and more. The 2022 event will also welcome Na Hoku Hanohano award-winning entertainment including Jerry Santos and Kamuela Kimokeo, Kawika Kahiapo and Hoku Zuttermeister. madeinhawaiifestival.com
NA HOA MALAMA: ENCHANTED GARDEN
NOVEMBER 12
Hospice Hawai‘i’s annual gala embraces the traditional Hawaiian notion of wayfinding with an evening that honors the caring art of camaraderie. ‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach, navianhawaii.org/na-hoa-malama
Malia Mahi, Kala‘e Camarillo and Sistah Robi Kahakalau at Best Buddies Champion of the Year Friendship Jam, Blue Note Hawai‘i. PHOTO BY ALDEN FUKUSHIMA
CHAMPION OF THE YEAR FRIENDSHIP JAM
NOVEMBER 13
Celebrate the philanthropic trailblazers who champion Best Buddies and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Friendship Jam concert features some of Hawai‘i’s most famous performers, an expansive silent and live auction, food and beverages. bestbuddiesfriendshipjam.org
CELEBRATION OF YOUTH
NOVEMBER 25
Join Adult Friends for Youth at the 36th Judie Rosen Celebration of Youth fundraiser as it honors very deserving honorees, but most importantly helps raise much-needed funds to support its mission and vision in creating safe schools and communities. ‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach, afyhawaii.com
GIVING TUESDAY
NOVEMBER 29
The American Red Cross will be participating in this humanitarian event, designed to help people affected by emergencies through financial donations. While donations are accepted and welcome throughout the year, Giving Tuesday provides a rallying point for community-minded people and businesses to contribute to the continued strength of disaster preparedness and response. redcross.org/gift
16TH ANNUAL FOR LOVE OF COUNTRY GALA
DECEMBER 3
Join Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum for its 16th annual gala, presented by Price Enterprises Inc., to honor our veterans of the past, thank the men and women who bravely serve our country today, and inspire future generations. Guests will gather inside historic Hangar 79, located on the hallowed grounds of Ford Island, for an evening of dining, entertainment and spirited fun. forloveofcountry.org
Enjoy Ballet Hawai‘i’s The Nutcracker, Dec. 2 to 4, plus don’t miss its annual Valentine’s gala, Feb. 11. PHOTO COURTESY OF BALLET HAWAI‘I
THE NUTCRACKER
DECEMBER 2-4
Set in the 1858 Kingdom of Hawai‘i, Ballet Hawai‘i presents this traditional holiday delight infused with island influences. ballethawaii.org
KAMA‘INA CHRISTMAS
DECEMBER 10
Enjoy an evening at Honolulu Museum of Art alongside fellow patrons of the arts with a unique in-gallery dining experience set amid the museum’s phenomenal world-class collection. The evening’s entertainment includes live music, auctions and a festive, seasonal celebration with museum leaders and the Hawaiʻi art community. honolulumuseum.org/kamaaina-christmas-2022
JINGLE ROCK RUN
DECEMBER 21
This festive run or walk benefits Make-A-Wish Hawai‘i, an organization that crusades for the well-being of keiki battling critical illnesses. Jingle all the way through Kaka‘ako, Downtown and back to Mother Waldron Park for holiday entertainment. There’s also a Keiki Sprint for the young revelers. hawaii.wish.org; raceroster.com
SONY OPEN
JANUARY 9-15
Join Sony, The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation and Friends of Hawai‘i Charities for this PGA Tour event to help 350-plus local nonprofits continue to spread aloha across the island. Waialae Country Club, sonyopeninhawaii.com
ART OF GIVING
JANUARY TBD
Modern Luxury Hawai‘i will hosts its annual Art of Giving dinner— an unforgettable affair featuring a culinary feast prepared by one of Hawai‘i’s premier chefs, plus unique entertainment. modernluxury.com
FEBRUARY 2023 ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE
FEBRUARY 11
Love is in the air at Ballet Hawai‘i’s Valentine’s gala at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. Celebrate the joy of dance with Hawai‘i’s premier dance organization at its annual gala where guests can dine and dance the night away. ballethawaii.org
EAST-WEST CENTER GALA: AN INTERNATIONAL AFFAIR
FEBRUARY 19
Celebrate as East-West Center ushers in a new er a with President Suzanne Vares-Lum and recognizes outstanding leaders whose vision and professional and personal accomplishments exemplify the bonds of understanding among the people and nations of Asia, the Pacific and the United States. Royal Hawaiian Hotel, eastwestcenter.org/internationalaffair2023
Expect a night of glamour with benefits at American Heart Association’s Honolulu Heart Ball on April 15. PHOTO COURTESY OF AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
HEART OF HAWAII HEART BALL
FEBRUARY TBD
Considered one of the premier events in our community, the Honolulu Heart Ball is the American Heart Association’s largest fundraising event in Hawai‘i. Guests can expect scrumptious cuisine, top-notch entertainment and an array of unique items at the event’s live and silent auctions. heart.org, ahahonolulu.ejoinme.org/myevents/20222023heartofhawaii
WOMEN OF DISTINCTION DINNER
MARCH 3
The Girl Scouts of Hawai‘i’s annual fundraiser honors three of Hawai‘i’s most prominent female leaders and features both a silent and live auction, presentations by Girl Scout troops and more. Hilton Hawaiian Village, gshawaii.org
From left: Malia Zannoni (this year’s chairperson), Taylor Moore, Shayla Barberi and Christina Farias at the annual Opera Ball. PHOTO BY DREW ALTIZER/COURTESY OF HAWAI’I OPERA THEATRE
OPERA BALL
APRIL 8
The annual Hawai‘i Opera Theatre black-tie event features a cocktail reception and silent auction, gourmet dinner, dancing and musical performances by HOT artists. Following the theme of its opening production of the mainstage season, The Secret Garden, you will not want to miss the cultural event of the spring with gorgeous tropical flair. Sheraton Waikiki, hawaiiopera.org/opera-ball
‘IOLANI FAIR
APRIL 21-22
Support travel initiatives for the island’s youth, as rich learning happens outside the classroom. Individual and corporate sponsors are welcome to donate goods, services and funds to the annual ‘Iolani Fair. ‘Iolani School grounds, Iolanifair.org
PINK TIE BALL
APRIL 29
Enjoy pupus, cocktails and participate in the silent auction while enjoying amazing entertainment at Susan G. Komen’s annual Pink Tie Lei Day Celebration. Join guests as they gather to honor breast cancer survivors and supporters. The Royal Hawaiian Hotel, komen.org
Wish! Into the Future is bringing people back together on May 6. PHOTO COURTESY OF MAKE-A-WISH HAWAII
WISH! INTO THE FUTURE GALA
MAY 6
After pivoting to a virtual gala for the last three years due to the pandemic, Make-A-Wish Hawaii is thrilled to bring people back together for its annual gala. The funds raised through this fundraiser have made hundreds of life-changing wishes possible for local children with critical illnesses. Sheraton Waikiki, hawaii.wish.org
KAMA‘AINA OF THE YEAR FUNDRAISER BENEFIT
MAY TBD
Historic Hawai‘i Foundation’s Kama‘aina of the Year program honors individuals and organizations who have made lasting contributions to preserving Hawai‘i’s rich history. Proceeds from the a benefit support Historic Hawai‘i Foundation, the only statewide organization dedicated to maintaining Hawai‘i’s historic landmarks and the island’s ineffable essence. historichawaii.org
At last year’s gala, a group of teens, #SquishySquad, created an NFT, sold it for $10,000 and donated the funds to HUGS. PHOTO COURTESY OF HUGS
HUGS GALA
MAY TBD
Celebrate our ‘ohana with a gourmet dinner, silent and live auctions, and live entertainment. Funds raised make a difference for Hawai‘i’s families with a child living with a serious illness. hugshawaii.org
THE HOPE GALA HONOLULU
SPRING TBD
The annual American Cancer Society’s Hope Gala raises funds to support Hope Lodge Hawai‘i, a home away from home for cancer patients and caregivers when traveling to O‘ahu for treatment. cancer.org
MAUI CALLS
SPRING TBD
The annual fundraiser for Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Maui Calls presents an evening of unparalleled arts and culture. Guests are treated to a mix-and-mingle, pupus and international wine tastings. mauiarts.org
From left: Hawaii Children’s Cancer Foundation administrative manager Tara Humphreys and Executive Director Michelle Meredith at the annual gala. PHOTO COURTESY OF HAWAII CHILDREN’S CANCER FOUNDATION
THE HAWAII CHILDREN’S CANCER FOUNDATION GALA
JUNE TBD
Dedicated to the children who are battling cancer, to those who have survived and to those who survive in our hearts, all funds stay in Hawai‘i to help families cope with childhood cancer. hccf.org
ANNUAL AFTER-SCHOOL ALL-STARS HAWAII ALL-STAR AFFAIR
AUGUST 18
A celebration of its students’ successes, as well as an opportunity to encourage and support their hopes for the future, funds raised will support after-school programs in Hawai‘i. asashawaii.org
WAIKIKI LIGHTS
SEPTEMBER 28
The annual gala for the Waikiki Community Center benefits the community as ‘ohana, caring for its keiki and kupuna. waikikicommunitycenter.org
Ho‘ōla Nā Pua’s annual Pearl Gala is a highly anticipated philanthropic event featuring a red carpet arrival, live entertainment, a multicourse dinner, live auction, hope-filled testimonials and the Advocacy Awards honoring community champions who are making a difference in the lives of Hawai‘i’s at-risk youth.
Ho‘ōla Nā Pua (A New Life for Our Children) is a Hawai‘ibased nonprofit organization committed to the prevention of sex-trafficking and providing care for youth who have been exploited. The crime of trafficking affects Hawai‘i’s youth at an alarming rate, above the national average. With your help, we can save lives and provide the essential care and services needed for our youth to heal and embrace their bright futures. Proceeds from the Pearl Gala fund Ho‘ōla Nā Pua’s year-round, statewide programmatic and operational costs. For more information, please visit hoolanapua.org. @hoolanapua
PHOTO COURTESY OF HO‘ŌLA NĀ PUA
Annual Events to Be Announced on Hoolanapua.org
■ Year-Round: Ho‘ōla Nā Pua’s $1000X1000 Campaign | Sustaining Donors Build Bright Futures
■ January 11, 2023: National Human Trafficking Awareness Day
■ January 29, 2023: Ho‘ōla Nā Pua Walk & Fair
■ Spring 2023: Ho‘ōla Nā Pua Charity Golf Tournament
■ Spring 2023: Ho‘ōla Nā Pua Charity Walk, Waikiki, O‘ahu
■ June 2023: Pearl Haven Second Anniversary
■ July 30 2023: World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
■ October 2023: Ho‘ōla Nā Pua’s Eighth Annual Pearl Gala
■ November 2023: Giving Tuesday
■ December 2023: Ho‘ōla Nā Pua’s Annual Appeal
Aloha Harvest Community Harvest Program is a gleaning program designed to rescue excess produce growing on Oʻahu, harvest crops and redistribute to help feed the community’s underserved. Here, Aloha Harvest volunteers harvest from tall mango trees in Waialua. Stay updated on social media for volunteer opportunities all year round. @alohaharvest, alohaharvest.org, PHOTO COURTESY OF ALOHA HARVEST
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