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Celebrate The Art of Giving in Hawai'i

By The Editors By The Editors | November 1, 2022 | Parties Calendar Events Community

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.

NOVEMBER

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
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
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

DECEMBER

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
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

JANUARY 2023

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
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

MARCH 2023

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

APRIL 2023

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
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

MAY 2023

Wish! Into the Future is bringing people back together on May 6. PHOTO: COURTESY OF MAKE-A-WISH HAWAII
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
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

JUNE 2023

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
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

AUGUST 2023

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

SEPTEMBER 2023

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

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
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
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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