What a night! At our 2026 Fundraising Gala at the DoubleTree by Hilton Newark-Fremont, we celebrated 19 Kamery Lee Jr. Scholars and marked 78 scholarships awarded since 2020. Our current and past recipients shared their stories, their dreams, and the cultural pride they carry. We also saw our mission come full circle as past recipients returned as mentors for the next generation.

Mahalo to our sponsors, performers, volunteers, and every guest who danced, bid, and gave from the heart.

The Ho‘omau Foundation’s first-ever Fundraising Gala in Honolulu was a smashing success; a night filled with community, culture, and purpose. We were deeply moved by the stories shared by our Kamery Lee Jr. Scholarship recipients, who reminded us why this mission matters. Powerful words from Council Members Augie Tulba and Andria Tupola underscored the impact of our work, and their support was truly felt. Guests flew in from across the continent and traveled from all over O‘ahu to be with us. We’re energized and inspired to keep going - this is just the beginning!