Donations Welcome!
How you can help:
The Hala Festival provides an opportunity to foster a deeper connection to hala and empowers everyone to play an active role in preserving and protecting this natural resource for future generations. Your donation, no matter the size, makes a difference! Here are a few ways you can support the Hala Festival:
- One-Time Donation: Make a one-time contribution to help us cover immediate expenses and support the festival’s ongoing development. At this time, we accept check donations. Please make checks payable to “Big Island RC&D” and send them to Big Island Invasive Species Committee, 23 East Kawili St. Hilo, HI 96720.
- Spread the Word: Share our donation page with your friends, family, and networks to help us reach our fundraising goals and broaden our community of supporters!
About Hala Fest
The event serves as a platform to bring our island community together to celebrate hala, an incredible native plant deeply rooted in both cultural and ecological importance. Additionally, the festival provides an opportunity for local artisans, cultural practitioners, small businesses, and organizations to showcase their work, fostering both community cohesion and economic growth. This free, ʻohana-friendly event is open to everyone interested in nurturing a deeper connection to place and sharing in the collective kuleana of mālama ʻāina, or caring for the land. The Hala Festival is a collaborative effort between the Big Island Invasive Species Committee and Pōhaku Pelemaka.
Your Impact
By donating to the Hala Festival, you’re directly contributing to the success of this meaningful event and making a positive impact on our community. Your support helps us cover essential expenses such as equipment rentals, workshop expenses, honorariums for cultural practitioners, and event swag, ensuring that the festival can continue to thrive and grow for years to come.
