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Each year, we partner with community organizations, programs and services to share their knowledge and expertise with our communities. Weʻre so thankful for the following organizations joining us this year.

• G. Umi Kai - Traditional implements: Makau, Mea Kaua, Hano, Pu Ohe.
• Ulana Me Ka Lokomaikaʻi - Ulana lauhala small items for keiki & ʻohana to take home.
• Maunalani Design Group - Carving, Stone Work & weaving.
• City & County Lei Court - Lei making.

Supporting this year's theme of "Kapa Kai" we feature organizations with ocean and shoreline kuleana, as well as community organizations that provide critical services to Kamaʻāina across the Paeʻāina. This is an opportunity for our ʻohana to learn, share, and thrive!

Moanalua Gardens Foundation (MGF) 

Our mission is to preserve and perpetuate the history, native culture and environment of Hawai’i through education and stewardship of Kamananui Valley and the celebration of the annual Prince Lot Hula Festival.

Mauliola Keʻehi

With the kuleana to steward the legacy of Ke‘ehi and Mauliola (formerly known as Sand Island), Mauliola Ke‘ehi promotes the healing of people and place through intentional, facilitated huakaʻi to the healing waters of Ke‘ehi.

Kuleana Coral Restoration 

Kuleana Coral Restoration was founded in 2019 by a diverse team of Native Hawaiians, scientists, and ocean advocates determined to restore the degraded coral reefs surrounding their home island of  Oʻahu. 

Now, our organization is on a mission to restore, protect and monitor Hawaiian coral reefs, to foster resilient coastal communities.

Polynesian Voyaging Society  

Through voyaging, PVS hopes to inspire humanity to care for the earth by highlighting the vital importance of oceans, indigenous knowledge, communities, education and sustainability.

Ke Ola Mamo 

Ke Ola Mamo is Oʻahu’s Native Hawaiian Health Care System, committed to improving the health of our island one ‘ohana at a time. While we center Native Hawaiian well-being, our care is open to the entire Oʻahu community.

Oahu Invasive Species Committee (OISC)

The Oʻahu Invasive Species Committee (OISC) is a University of Hawaiʻi- Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit project. The committee is a partnership of government, private and non-profit organizations, and concerned individuals working to prevent the establishment of new alien pests, control incipient pests on public and private land, and educate the community about the threats of invasive species. By eliminating the most threatening invasive plant and animal species we help protect our watersheds, ecological resources, agriculture, and community.

PAʻI Foundation 

Aloha, Kuleana, Pilina, Hakuhia. PAʻI's mission is to preserve and perpetuate Native Hawaiian arts and cultural traditions for future generations.

Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture (INPEACE)

Our mission is to improve the quality of life for Native Hawaiians through community partnerships that provide educational opportunities and promote self-sufficiency.

The Queen's Health Systems - Neuroscience Institute (NSI) 

Our goal is to educate our community on the signs and Neuroscience Institute symptoms of stroke and to change the mindset of utilizing EMS when a stroke is suspected as stroke care begins in the ambulance. 

The Queen's Medical Center - Womenʻs Health Center 

Our goal is to educate the community about the Women's Health Center importance of mammogram screenings for early detection of breast cancer.

Weʻre looking forward to another beautiful Festival outdoors. Quench your thirst by visiting one of these fine Festival vendors.

• Kinaʻole Lions Club  Shave Ice, water, soft drinks
• PAC Foundation  Fresh fruit juices, water & other specialty drinks

Weʻre in for a treat! This year, enjoy food from the restaurants and purveyors throughout the Royal Hawaiian Center. We won't have food booths at this year's festival, because there is so much ʻono food to be had at the Center!

How it works:

• Pick up a Hae Hawaiʻi sticker at the MGF information booth at the Festival
• Wear this sticker and you will receive food discounts at participating Royal Hawaiian Center restaurants during the festival. 

Clothing & Apparel

Lota Designs by MGF Hawaiʻi   - Official Festival Merchandise

Official Festival merchandise - festival t-shirt & tote bag. Hawaiian print menʻs and womenʻs clothes, tyvek tote bags, unisex sling bags, pareu, magnetic beach towels, and more. 

E Hoʻi Mai

Every piece we design is inspired by mo’olelo, kaiāulu, childhood memories and the spirit of Hawai’i and its beautifully woven fabric of cultural and ethnic diversity  all of which  celebrate. Our clothing is more than fabric - it is a reminder of where we come from, honoring the kūpuna who paved the way and the ‘āina that forever calls us back. Through this brand, we are carving our path home, one design at a time.

Makuahine Vintage

Custom camo, denim, sweatshirts/pants, t-shirts, and hats.

Wailupe Leather

Handcrafted leather goods (sling bags, back packs, purses, wallets, jewelry trays, keychains, cuffs, bracelets) embossed with my take on ‘ohe kāpala technique and designs. All products are made with full grain, vegetable tanned, Italian leather. Designed, cut, and sewn by hand in Hawaiʻi.

Jewelry & Accessories

All Things Lōkahi

A variety of handmade and homemade products inspired by all things Lōkahi. Jewelry and accessories (earrings, rings, bangles, necklaces; wooden car vent clips, wooden croc charms; flowers, hair accessories, coasters, and home decor). 

Hana Lima ʻe ka Tūtū

Lauhala bags and fans, baby quilts and blankets, hair decoration, Island jewelry - earrings, necklaces, leis, baked goods, preserves - jams & jellies. 

Hawaiian Accessories

Koa wood jewelry and accessories.

ʻOpihi o Nā Lani

Culturally Conscious Hawaiian Heirloom Jewelry and Accessories made with endemic ʻopihi shells from our pae ʻāina.

JMSpecialties

Hawaiiana Accessories, shell lei, Niihau earrings, hair clips

RED Heart Company, LLC

We sell Hawaiian print journals and trucker hats, pouches and drinkware.

Ruth Shimizu

Towels, costume jewelry, hair ornaments, decorative tumblers & coffee cups.

For Baby 

Kissy Hawaiʻi

Hand sewn baby and gift items made with hawaiian print fabrics.

Packaged Food & Drinks

Maui Mallows/Haleakala Haberdashery 

Handmade marshmallows,  mallow cookies, freeze dried marshmallows (Maui Mallows); handmade hats,  accessories,  quilting supplies (Haleakala Haberdashery)