kauaʻi CHARITY WALK

May 2, 2026 at Vidinha Stadium Soccer Field
Registration starts at 6:00 a.m.
Run starts at 7:00 a.m.
Walk starts at 7:05 a.m.

KAUAʻI CHARITY WALK

May 2, 2026 at Vidinha Stadium Soccer Field

Charity Walk, founded in 1974 and expanded statewide in 1978, is now Hawai‘i’s largest single-day fundraising event by a non-profit organization. Since its inception, more than $47 million has been raised to support hundreds of local charities throughout the state. Spearheaded by the Hawai’i Lodging & Tourism Association and its non-profit arm the Hawai‘i Hotel Industry Foundation, the Charity Walk is traditionally held every May on Hawai‘i, Kaua‘i, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, and O‘ahu. Money raised on an island or each county stays there.

In 2025, we proudly achieved our fundraising goal of $700,000, providing vital support to over 50 nonprofits across Kaua‘i. While we celebrated this incredible success, many of our nonprofit partners are now facing increased demand for their services. Rising inflation continues to place a significant burden on local families, leading more individuals to seek assistance with basic needs. In response, we have set our fundraising goal at $700,000 once again this year to help strengthen and sustain these essential services. As you know, the Kaua‘i Charity Walk has been a cornerstone fundraiser on our island for over 46 years and remains a lifeline for many nonprofit organizations.

We are thrilled to introduce this year’s Charity Walk Chair, Michael Murphy of Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i Resort & Spa, and Co-Chair, Chris San Nicolas of Outrigger Kaua‘i Beach Resort & Spa. Together, they bring exceptional leadership and dedication to guide the Charity Walk toward new milestones. We are deeply grateful for the many generous hearts and helping hands that make this three-month fundraising effort possible. Together, we continue to make a meaningful difference in our community—let’s aim even higher in 2026.

We are excited to announce we're hosting the 47th Annual Charity Walk at Vidinha Stadium soccer field on Saturday 5/2/2026 at 7am (registration startsat 6:00am).

Michael MurphyGeneral Manager
Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i

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NONPROFIT GRANTS

All grant funding must be used to fund programs in the County in which the funds were raised and utilized to benefit that community. An organization must apply separately to each county for funding to be used in that county.

Funds will not be granted for capital fund drives, purchase of tangible real property or personal property, or interest or reduction of deficits or loans.

501(c)3 non-profit organizations in the state of Hawaiʻi are eligible to apply for Visitor Industry Charity Walk Grants. Grants will be considered on the basis of an organization’s community impact and may vary widely in scope and size. Grants are not a source of guaranteed continuous funding. Deadline to apply: January 15, 2025

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Hawai‘i Lodging & Tourism Association Kaua‘i
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2026 Sponsors

"What’s most meaningful about the Charity Walk is that it’s the visitor industry’s way of showing its profound appreciation for the community by way of its fiscal contribution. We continue to fundraise and, thanks to the unparalleled support of our hospitality industry, and the generosity of many HLTA members, are able to provide assistance to hundreds of local nonprofits across our islands."

- Mufi Hannemann, HLTA President and CEO

FEATURED MEDIA

Kaua'i Fishing Tournament

LIHUE — About 2,200 people took advantage of clear weather to raise $350,000 for Kauai nonprofits at the 40th annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk hosted by the Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association.

Keiki at our Charity Walk Fishing Tournament

LIHUE — The 40th annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk shattered its 2018 goal of $280,000 Saturday at the North Vidinha soccer fields.

Happy Camper for May

Leona Perez told the Leo Club of Kauai High School that the work they do when they volunteer makes a big difference.

Hitting the target

LIHUE — The houses can wait a day, said Shana Cruz, a homeowner at the Kauai Habitat for Humanity’s Ele‘ele Iluna community.

Walking Tall

LIHUE — Faith Rapozo is on her way toward realizing her dream of becoming a hotel executive.

Good eating for a good cause

NUKOLI‘I — Lahela Tuzon got to celebrate her 9th birthday with her friends Saturday at the Aqua Kauai Beach Resort.

Counting down

LIHUE — Christina Gabriel, president of the Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association, Kauai Chapter, was thrilled to learn the bankers had earned an extra $16,000 Saturday during a kickoff for the upcoming Visitor Industry Charity Walk.

Launching the Charity Walk

WAIPOULI — George Thronas of the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa is pleased with the new shirt which rolled into the Courtyard by Marriott at Coconut Beach Tuesday morning — just in time for the start of the launch of the 2016 Kauai Visitor Industry Charity Walk.

kauaʻi CHARITY WALK