Join us for an unforgettable evening of ‘ono food and entertainment by Hawaiian Music legends Mel Amina, Moon Kauakahi, and Eric Lee, in support of the Ambassadors of Aloha ‘Āina!
Founded in 2015 at Kamehameha Schools Kapālama, the Ambassadors of Aloha ‘Āina program sends students to learn, connect and represent our lāhui abroad. As cultural ambassadors, these haumāna carry forward King David Kalākaua’s vision of educating future ‘ōiwi leaders through global diplomacy and cultural exchange.
An extraordinary opportunity has grown from their October 2024 cultural and historical huaka‘i to Scotland and England. Most notably, the British Museum, through Dr. Alice Christophe, Curator of Oceania, extended a prestigious invitation for Ambassadors of Aloha ‘Āina haumāna to co-curate the 2025 exhibition at the British Museum and to participate in its opening ceremony in London.
As part of this initiative, we are planning to take 68 Kamehameha Schools haumāna to London in March 2026 to experience the exhibition they helped shape. This once-in-a-lifetime journey will deepen their understanding of global cultural narratives, affirm their identity as stewards of Hawaiian history, and carry forward the diplomatic legacy of our ali‘i.
To help make this journey possible, we are hosting a Benefit Dinner on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Ka‘iwakīloumoku Hawaiian Cultural Center from 5:00 – 8:30 p.m. Funds raised at the benefit dinner will be directed to assist with haumāna expenses, to include airfare, accommodations, services, and other related travel and club expenses.
Your presence and support will not only contribute to a beautiful night of mele, mo‘olelo, and community, it will make a lasting impact on the lives of our haumāna and the future of our lāhui.
Kindly respond no later than October 24, 2025. For any questions, feel free to contact Karen Yasuhara at eeyasuha@ksbe.edu or call (808) 534-8360.
Table sponsorship levels and benefits
PRESENTING SPONSOR
$5,000
- VIP table for 8 guests
- Distinguished Company Logo on all event and marketing materials
- Acknowledgement in evening program
- Special VIP makana
- VIP seating with logo table signage
- VIP Parking
PLATINUM SPONSOR
$3,000
- Table for 8 guests
- Distinguished Company Logo on all event and marketing materials
- Acknowledgement in evening program
- Ambassadors of Aloha ‘Āina Makana
- VIP Parking
GOLD SPONSOR
$1,000
- Table for 8 guests
- Distinguished Company Name on all event and marketing materials
- Acknowledgement in evening program
- Ambassadors of Aloha ‘Āina Makana
Time, date and location:
Saturday, November 8, 2025
5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Ka‘iwakīloumoku Hawaiian Cultural Center
Kamehameha Schools Kapālama
1887 Makuakāne Street
Honolulu, HI 96817
Attire:
Aloha attire
Map and driving directions:
Via H-1 East or West, take exit 20A towards Likelike Highway. Merge onto Kalihi Street (Route 63 North). Stay in the far right lane (straight through the light and past the shopping center on your right). Continue onto Makuahine Street. Take the next left onto Makuakāne Street. Follow the road until you reach the gated main entrance to the Kamehameha Schools Kapālama campus. Please provide the guard your first and last name. Location of parking will be provided prior to the event.
