Kōkua Kunia

Kunia Village Development Corporation

Kōkua Kunia Fundraiser, Sept 20: Join us at Kō Hana Distillery to aid Kunia farmers & rebuild our agricultural community.

Kō Hana Distillers

This past month, our Kunia farming community faced devastating wildfires that damaged over 800 acres of crops and farmland, threatening both livelihoods and the food supply that nourishes our ‘aina. Families who have poured generations of love and labor into their farms are now beginning the long road to recovery.Kō Hana Distillers, together with Kunia Village Development Corporation, Hawaiʻi Agricultural Foundation, and Nalo Farms, has launched Kōkua Kunia, a month-long effort to raise $100,000. Funds will provide direct aid for crop recovery, farmland restoration, and fire prevention efforts to protect Kunia Village for the future.The campaign will culminate with a community fundraising event on Saturday, September 20 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Kō Hana distillery at 92-1770 Kunia Road. The event will bring together participating partners, community members, and media to celebrate the spirit of aloha and the collective eﬀort to rebuild.Tickets to this event include admission and an exclusive, three-part tasting of Kō Hanaʻs special release, Kōkua Reserve Rum.Live music from 4pm-5pm by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sidneyspencer_/?hl=en" title="https://www.instagram.com/sidneyspencer_/?hl=en" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Sidney Spencer</a>.Food available for purchase (all proceeds will go to KVDC)<ul><li>MSG David “Chef” Marcelli (CCE, CEC, PCC, AAC active duty army chef culinary instructor &amp; president of the local chapter of the American Culinary Federation) and 4 other Army cooks.</li><li><a href="https://www.thislilpiggy.com/" title="https://www.thislilpiggy.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">This Lil Piggy</a></li><li><a href="https://www.barriocafe808.com/" title="https://www.barriocafe808.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Barrio Cafe</a></li><li><a href="https://sagecreamery.com/" title="https://sagecreamery.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Sage Creamery</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hawaiianvinegarco.com/blogs/recipes" title="https://www.hawaiianvinegarco.com/blogs/recipes" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hawaiian Vinegar Company</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/luau_bombs" title="https://www.instagram.com/luau_bombs" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Luau Bombs</a></li></ul>This fundraiser will also be a chance to extend our sincere gratitude to all the firefighters, law enforcement, and all first responders whose swift and coordinated efforts were instrumental in safeguarding lives during the Kunia fire. Sip for a cause – If you want another way to support, visit these local bars and restaurants September 8th - October 6th and order their featured Kō Hana cocktail, with 100% of proceeds going to relief efforts.Participating Locations:<ul><li>Oahu - Fête, Giovedi, Little Plum, Lady Elaine, Da Burger Wing Hub, Pint + Jigger, Monkeypod Waikiki, Monkeypod Ko Olina, Merriman's, Moku Kitchen</li><li>Maui - Monkeypod Wailea, Monkeypod Kāʻanapali, Merriman's, Ulu Kitchen</li><li>Kauai - Beach House, Merriman's</li><li>Big Island - Merriman's</li></ul> If you would like to make a donation by check, please write a check to the Kunia Village Development Corporation. Be sure to include "Kōkua Kunia" in the memo line. Your contribution will go directly toward the Kunia fire relief and prevention initiatives. A donation letter can also be provided for your records for tax purposes.Donation checks can be mailed to:Kunia Village Development CorporationC/O Kōkua KuniaP.O. Box 100 Kunia, Hawai’i 96759 About Kō Hana DistillersKō Hana Distillers, whose name translates as "the work of the sugarcane,” is the premium farm to bottle rum distillery in Hawai’i, and largest grower of sugarcane in the islands. About Kunia Village Development Corporation Kunia Village Development Corporation (KVDC) is a local 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Kunia's historic plantation era housing and supporting agricultural sustainability. KVDC provides affordable housing for farmers and works to ensure the land continues to serve its purpose for generations to come. <a href="https://www.harc-hspa.com/kvdc.html" title="https://www.harc-hspa.com/kvdc.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.harc-hspa.com/kvdc.html</a> About Nalo Farms Nalo Farms is one of the largest leafy green growers in Hawai’i. Utilizing a custom aquaponic farming system, Nalo cultivates high quality local produce at competitive pricing and with little environmental impact. About Hawai’i Agricultural Foundation The Hawai’i Agricultural Foundation (HAF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting Hawai’i's agricultural industry and farming community through various programs and initiatives. &gt;&gt;&gt; If you are a first responder, please call (808)621-1340 for your tickets. Do not text. This is a landline.