As advocates for the health and safety of all our families, we have made the difficult decision to postpone our inaugural Champions for Children event this evening. As this week has progressed and COVID-19 has been elevated to pandemic state, we feel that protecting the health and safety of our community must be our highest priority.
We hope to reschedule the event later in 2020, and we will send more details out later.
If you have any questions, email us at [email protected].
Hawaiʻi Children’s Action Network's inaugural community awards and fundraising dinner
Join us to honor exemplary community leaders who have made a significant difference in the lives of Hawaiʻi's children and families.
Presented by Kamehameha Schools
Thursday, March 12, 2020 | 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Mariposa | Neiman Marcus at Ala Moana Center
Sponsorship opportunities available.
Sponsored by Nakupuna Foundation / Na Aliʻi Consulting & Sales, AlohaCare, HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union, ILWU Local 142, Kamaʻāina Kids, Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women & Children, KCAA, Hawaiian Airlines, and Locations Hawaiʻi
Awards for community leaders
Hawaiʻi Children’s Action Network will honor three exemplary community leaders who have made a difference for Hawaiʻi’s children and families: Al Castle, Kū Kahakalau, and Calvin Sia.
Exclusive shopping day
Select stores at Ala Moana Center will offer exclusive discounts to event attendees or donate a portion of the proceeds to HCAN, including Alex & Ani, Barnes & Noble, Kate Spade, Martin & MacArthur, Jam’s World and Surf Line Hawaiʻi, and Freaky Tiki Optical.
Win unique experiences
Event attendees will have the chance to win unique experiences for the whole family, from private surf lessons to high-end dining. Prize sponsors include Alaska Airlines, Ritz-Carlton Waikiki, Queen Kapiolani Hotel, Semisub, Waikiki Beach Services, TyGurney Surf School, Polynesian Cultural Center, Merriman’s, and Duke’s Waikiki.
All proceeds will go directly toward transforming the lives of Hawaiʻi’s children through HCAN’s research, advocacy, and leadership development.
48% of Hawaiʻi families struggle to afford basic needs. Overall, Hawaiʻi ranks only 24th in the nation for children’s well-being. Recent research like the Aloha United Way ALICE® Report has shone a new light on the problem.
- Less than half of our keiki go to preschool.
- Among 4th graders, only 33% are reading at grade level.
- Our keiki have the highest rate of tooth decay in the US.
With your support, our children and grandchildren can have a brighter future. Founded in 1997, Hawaiʻi Children’s Action Network works to ensure all children are safe, healthy, and ready to learn. We are exclusively dedicated to advocating for children through:
- Impactful research about children’s well-being.
- Collaborative coalitions that advocate for change.
- Empowering parents to be community leaders.
Sponsor Benefits
Buy a table today to be part of an inspiring evening for Hawaiʻi’s children. Sponsorships begin at $2,500 and include these benefits:
- One table (seating for 10)
- Logo and link included on HCAN's website
- Company thanked on social media and email
- Logo included in event program
- Company mentioned in event press release
Additional Benefits
Brand awareness: Add $3,000. Includes additional recognition at the event and sent directly to HCAN’s email and social media audience.
Thought leadership: Add $3,000. A custom blog post or video showcasing how your brand is a leader in the movement for keiki.
List building: Add $3,000. A link to your website, optionally with a custom promotion, sent directly to HCAN’s supporters.
Become a presenting sponsor for $10,000 to get all three of these additional benefits, along with prominent placement of your company’s logo at the Champions for Children event.
Click here to download the sponsorship packet (PDF) for more information.