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48, Project Title EXHIBIT
<br />23rd Annual Music and Light Festival
<br />49, Project Start Date
<br />12/06/2025
<br />50, Project End Date
<br />12/06/2025
<br />51. Please select all areas of Hawal"i Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and implemented.
<br />North Kona
<br />52. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief
<br />Funds.
<br />Council District 8
<br />* 53. In 2,,000 characters or less, describe the project.
<br />Every December, H6lualoa Village "Ohana rolls out the holiday red carpet,, inviting visitors and residents to celebrate the
<br />season Hawaiian style with the annual town Christmas tree lighting,, a visit from Santa, live music, gallery gatherings, art
<br />displays, food, and more. On December 6,, 2025, the H6lualoa Village -'Ohana will proudly host the 23rd Annual Music and
<br />Light Festival. The Village storefronts will be beautifully decorated with Christmas lights,, creating a magical backdrop for
<br />the festivities. The evening begins with the lighting of the tree in front of the old public library, followed by a heartwarming
<br />performance from the H6lualoa Elementary School children's chorus. Guests are then invited inside for refreshments and
<br />to view a special art project created by the students. As the celebration continues, music fills the streets with holiday
<br />cheer. Festivalgoers can enjoy performances by a ukulele ensemble,, a harpist,, an a cappella women's group, and the
<br />beloved John Keawe. Santa Claus and his elves remain a favorite destination for families with keiki, with Christmas carols
<br />performed nearby to entertain those waiting for their turn to meet Santa. Food vendors are scattered throughout the
<br />Village, offering a diverse range of treats to delight all ages and tastes. To maintain the focus on family fun, all vendors
<br />are asked to keep the festival an alcohol -free event. The H6lualoa Church, recently reestablished as Antioch Church,, will
<br />once again open its yard to provide a children's playground where families can gather and relax. This cherished festival
<br />holds a special place in the hearts of H6lualoa business owners and residents alike, bringing the community together each
<br />year in the true spirit of the season.
<br />* 54, 501(c)(3) Mission Statement
<br />To protect and promote the history and heritage of H6lualoa Village, and to provide educational community events that
<br />highlight our coffee growing heritage,, artistic assets,, and cultural traditions.
<br />* 55. In 1,000 characters or less,, explain how the 501(c)(3) is connected to the project.
<br />This project began when a few gallery owners in H6lualoa wanted to create an event that would thank the school for all
<br />they do for our community,, as well as the community for its support. It was., and still is, intended to be a time for friends
<br />and families whose children grew up together or have just moved in, to meet for the first time. The festival began as an
<br />evening of pupus and beverages provided by the shop owners, accompanied by one or two musicians. Then Santa was
<br />added, making an appearance in a convertible up and down M5malahoa Highway, before settling into his booth where
<br />keiki could queue up to visit him. Gradually, more musical groups were added, and food vendors were sought after as the
<br />event grew. Finally, the event landed on the first Saturday in December, was given an official title with the H6lualoa
<br />Business and Professional Association doing all the planning. This association has been changed to the H6lualoa Village
<br />'Ghana, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
<br />* 56. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form.
<br />Public Purpose of Requested Funds
<br />Per §2-138 of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2016 Edition,, as amended)., the County may grant an award only if the
<br />proposed program or service provides direct public benefits and fulfills a public purpose within the County.
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