Hawaiian Council has announced its Aloha in Action Benefit Concert to raise funds for those impacted by the recent Kona Low storms, which caused widespread flooding and damage across the state.
The event will feature Jason Momoa his band Öof Tatatá, alongside internationally recognized artist Jack Johnson, as well as Kolohe Kai, The Green, Amy Hānaialiʻi, Kimié Miner and more.
It is set to take place on Thursday, April 23, at the Ko Olina Grand Lawn, which is adjacent to Ulua Lagoon 4. The event starts at 5 p.m. Doors open at 3:30 p.m.
All proceeds from the concert will go to Hawaiian Council’s Kākoʻo Mai fund, which provides direct assistance and resources to those impacted by the floods.
“During times like this, we come together as a community,” said Kūhiō Lewis, CEO of the Hawaiian Council, in a written statement. “We are seeing firsthand the impact on families, and we are focused on supporting them and helping communities recovery, while showing what it means to truly kākoʻo one another. As a Native Hawaiian organization, it is our kuleana to rise up and take care of Hawaiʻi and its people.”
The recent storm led to evacuation orders for residents of Haleʻiwa and Waialua. It flooded homes, roads and farms. It also closed Kula Hospital indefinitely. Gov. Josh Green has estimated damages could top $1 billion statewide.
This event is a non-alcoholic, family friendly concert with music and cultural performances that will feature food and merchandise vendors.
Here is the tentative line-up of acts, which is subject to change:
5 p.m. The Mākaha Sons
5:45 p.m. Amy Hānaialiʻi & Osorio ʻOhana
6:30 p.m. Jason Momoa & Öof Tatatá
7:15 p.m. Three Plus
8 p.m. Jack Johnson & Kimié Miner
8:45 p.m. The Green
9:30 p.m. Kolohe Kai
Jack Johnson and his wife, Kim, are based on the North Shore. Earlier this month, they announced a commitment of $500,000 for flood recovery and rebuilding efforts through their Johnson ʻOhana Foundation, including a donation to GoFundMe’s Hawaiʻi Flood Relief Fund.
Hawaiian Council, formerly known as Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, is a Kapolei-based nonprofit that focuses its programs on business incubation, housing, policy, tourism and workforce development to support Native Hawaiians.
Hawaiian Council recently launched its Kaula Lūʻau at Ocean’s Edge in Ko Olina in late February. It is produced by Hawaiian Council and led by a Native Hawaiian creative team that includes Kipe Ebana, Moses Goods, Tiana Nonosina and Kayla Faʻamaligi. Through a partnership with Ko Olina Resort — which includes Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa; Four Seasons Resort Oʻahu at Ko Olina; Beach Villas at Ko Olina; Ko Olina Golf Club; Marriott's Ko Olina Beach Club; and Ko Olina Marina — Hawaiian Council will have use of the land for the lūʻau, the marina that supports the lūʻau, and a parking area for 18 months free of rent, Lewis said.
Tickets are $25 for keiki who are 12 years old and younger. General admission is $50. VIP tickets, which include preferred seating and a benefit T-shirt and lanyard are $100.
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Katie Helland can be reached at katie@alohastatedaily.com.
