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Project Information * 46. Project Title EXHIBIT A Hawaii Island Labor Day Classic Volleyball Tournament 47. Project Start Date 08/28/2025 48. Project End Date 08/31/2025 49. Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and implemented. South Hilo 50. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 3 * 51. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project. The Hawaii Island Labor Day Volleyball Classic aims to become a premier high school girls' volleyball tournament, attracting teams nationwide and boosting the Big Island's economy through sports tourism. The tournament will be held annually over Labor Day weekend, featuring high-level competition in a unique Hawaiian setting. The theme, "Where Competition Meets Aloha," encapsulates the blend of intense play and the spirit of aloha. With a backdrop of Hawaii's stunning landscapes, the tournament promises an unparalleled experience for athletes, coaches, and team supporters, underscoring our commitment to bring both high level competition and a culturally rich Hawaii experience. * 52. 5O1(c)(3) Mission Statement The mission of USAV and MOK is to be the world leader in volleyball. Develop, standardize, and coordinate volleyball activities on the local level. Development of players, coaches, and officials on the local level. Provide an opportunity for members to participate and improve their volleyball skills. Provide a competitive, safe, and healthy environment for members to compete in the sport of volleyball. Stimulate participation and growth at all levels of play. * 53. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 5O1(c)(3) is connected to the project. USA Volleyball manages over 32 Junior Clubs with over 70 participating teams in the Moku 0 Keawe region. USA Volleyball has been excited to collaborate with the Labor Day Classic and to get talented young players to Hawaii Island nationwide. With the Labor Day Classic being held here in Hilo, the level of play is raised with the competition. The Hawari Island high school teams have a high percentage of players that participate in USA - Moku 0 Keawe clubs, which makes for highly competitive high school teams. The Classic also provides for families and the communities to enjoy and experience all the games with a different point of view by watching their daughters play against highly skilled players of their same age. The Labor Day Classic prides itself with teams showing their camaraderie for each other and establishes new friendships as well. * 54. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form. 2025-06-29 CD3 USA Volleyball Budget.xlsx Public Purpose of Requested Funds Per §2-138 of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2016 Edition, as amended), the County may grant an award only if the proposed program or service provides direct public benefits and fulfills a public purpose within the County. 55. According to §2-136, "public purpose" is defined as a benefit to, improvement of, or promotion of the interests in the following areas. Please select all the public benefits to be derived from your County fund request: Needs of the poor, youth, the aged, those with physical or emotional disabilities