We Raised 97% of our $300,000 goal & raised over $291,000 to support Hawai‘i’s music community.

Every dollar fuels Hawai‘i’s music, empowers local artists, and strengthens our community!

Visit the official Home in the Islands website for details on live events, performances & the sponsors that made this all posiible!

♫ 50+ Live Events Across Hawaiʻi

♫ 47 HKF Partners

♫ 10 Ongoing Music Series & Growing

♫ First OTR Compilation CD Released

♫ 200+ Employed Music Professionals

♫ Over 1,000,000 views across HKF Month campaigns

♫ Home In The Islands® Short Film Series Launch

♫ 3,000+ Attended HKF Month Live Music Events

2nd Annual Henry Kapono Foundation Month

"September is a time for us to come together as a community to honor our musical heritage and contribute to a thriving future for Hawai'i’s music creators. Your support is vital to making our mission a success.”

~Henry Kapono, Founder

HKF Proudly Presented New Music:

On the Rise - Volume 1

This inaugural compilation CD features 15 diverse HKF On the Rise Artists whose music reflects the richness and diversity of Hawai‘i’s music soundscape.

From contemporary island grooves to heartfelt singer-songwriter ballads and innovative fusions, each original track represents the unique voice of an artist carving their path in today’s music scene.

Produced by the Henry Kapono Foundation, this release is more than just an album, it’s a collective representation of emerging talent and a milestone in perpetuating live music in Hawai‘i.

Available On All Digital Platforms & for purchase: CD Includes a 20 page booklet with artist feature and lyrics

We Went Gala!

It was an Amazing Night

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For the month of September, Maikaʻi shoppers donated to the HKF through Maikaʻi points, Round up purchases, donate spare change, or purchased Give Aloha Products to support the HKF.

Mahalo for your support!

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When you donate to the Henry Kapono Foundation, 100% of all money received stays in Hawaiߵi to support the foundation’s mission.

HKF is a 501(c)3 and all donations are tax-deductible.

 Every Donation Counts & With Your Help, The Best Is Yet To Come!