THE MISSION
To Support and Empower Hawaiʻi’s Music Industry to Thrive through Programs, Grants, Education and Resources
WHAT’S HAPPENING
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September is HKF Month, a lively celebration of Hawai'i's music scene, dedicated to supporting its mission to Empower Hawai'i's music industry to Thrive through Programs, Grants, Education and Resources. For a full schedule of events, please CLICK HERE
Concert Series Season 1
January - May
Something for Everyone
The HKF Music Makers Concert Series, Season 1, runs from January to May, presenting over 80 live music events—both ticketed and free—across Hawai‘i. This series brings together legendary icons, rising stars, and emerging talents in partnership with premier venues, offering a diverse range of musical styles.
Experience world-class entertainment for an important cause. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this powerful celebration of music and community impact.
is PROUD to Award Scholarships, Grants & Sponsorships
HKF is proud to partner with STEMworks Hawai‘i through our Mele Sponsorship Program, keeping music thriving at the STEM Conference Hawai‘i
HKF is thrilled to sponsor the 2025 Hawai‘i Songwriting Festival for the second consecutive year. Join us this May, at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort for an inspiring celebration of songwriting.
Sponsored by HKF, On the Rise Artists will be showcased as the Opening Act for the Wildest Show Summer Concert series in 2025. Weekly Shows June through July. Tickets on Sale Soon
HKF is honored to continue its commitment as the Musician Sponsor for the third year, proudly supporting Hawai‘i’s finest musicians, dancers, and entertainers in celebration of Cyril and Gabby Pahinui’s enduring legacy.
Coming April 19th, 2025, the FREE 18th Annual Waimānalo Kanikapila Festival
The HKF, in partnership with UHF, provides Hawaiian Music Scholarship Awards for the students accepted by the 2024-2025 Hawaiian Music Certificate Program at Windaward Community College
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NICK NINAMARIESee What the HKF Community is Saying
OUR PROGRAMS
Supporting our Community Through Programs, Grants, Education, Resources, and Giving with Aloha
Offering Kōkua (assistance and relief) Programs to music industry professionals in need, along with financial assistance & information, and access to social services.
Empowering Hawaiʻi’s Music Community to thrive through facilitating live event sponsorships, meaningful work & mentoring programs, and providing mele (music) grants.
Educational opportunities for individuals and organizations in Hawaiʻi, looking to imua (press forward) and advance music education, programming & scholarships
KUKUI
Offering Entertainment Resources & Information for Royalty Management Services and Organizations that benefit the music industry professional.
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Lōkahi
…an expressed value of what it means to live in true harmony with one another. When like minded organizations collaborate and partner for the betterment of all, this is where our values are best put into action. Partnering together in the values that we share in common, build strong foundations in our community beyond what we are able to accomplish alone.
