Supporting Hawai‘i’s music community through connection, mentorship, and opportunity
What We Do
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MELE
Music Programs
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IMUA
Music Education
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KŌKUA
Support
Our Impact in 2025
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440 Paid Opportunities Created for Hawaiʻi’s Musicians
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21 Emerging Artists Mentored Through On The Rise Program
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43 Community & Venue Partners Engaged
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27+ Scholarships & Grants Awarded
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Our Impact in 2025 🎵 440 Paid Opportunities Created for Hawaiʻi’s Musicians 🎵 21 Emerging Artists Mentored Through On The Rise Program 🎵 43 Community & Venue Partners Engaged 🎵 27+ Scholarships & Grants Awarded 🎵
2026 Annual Benefit Gala
TRANSCENDING GENERATIONS
Celebrate the Music -Support the Future
September 19, 2026
‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Henry Kapono, The Songs of C&K, Kalapana, Jerry Santos & Kamuela Kimokeo, and HKF On the Rise Artists
MELE COMMUNITY TABLES
Choose your favorite song-inspired table and reserve your seat for this one-of-a-kind celebration.
Gather your guests for an unforgettable evening while making a meaningful investment in Hawaiʻi’s music community. A limited number of leadership table opportunities are available.
HOST A TABLE
Where Music Meets Impact
HKF LIVE supports local artists through ongoing music series across partner venues in Hawaiʻi.
Interested in becoming a venue partner? Learn more →
Ways to Support Hawaiʻi’s Music
Join us in creating opportunities for Hawaiʻi’s musicians
Support programs that directly fund local artists
Experience live music while supporting musicians
Join a growing network creating opportunities statewide
Our HKF Community
