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Project Information * 40. Project Title EXHIBIT A International Hawaii Fruit Festival 41. Project Start Date 05/02/2026 42. Project End Date 05/02/2026 43. Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and implemented. South Kona 44. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 7 *45. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project. The International Hawaii Fruit Festival is an annual celebration of the island's diverse tropical fruits, bringing together farmers, artisans, and cultural practitioners for a vibrant community event at Hale Halawai in downtown Kailua-Kona. The festival features a lively marketplace with fresh produce, local arts and crafts, food trucks, and live entertainment. Attendees can enjoy fruit tastings, educational farm tours, and interactive activities that highlight Hawaii s agricultural abundance and cultural heritage. Designed as a fun and family -friendly gathering, the event offers residents and visitors an engaging way to connect with the island's flavors, creativity, and community spirit. *46. 501(c)(3) Mission Statement To offer educational and purposeful options for self and global renewal through the dynamic interconnectedness of sustainability and spirituality and provide information to promote a healthful and vibrant vegan lifestyle. *47. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 501(c)(3) is connected to the project. The Sanctuary of Mana Kda Gardens is directly connected to the International Hawaii Fruit Festival as its primary sponsor and organizer. The nonprofit organization supports and hosts community agricultural festivals to celebrate local produce and Hawaiian culture. Through these events, the Sanctuary advances its mission of promoting sustainability, spiritual renewal, healthful living, and community engagement. In addition, the Sanctuary offers organizational leadership, volunteer coordination, and event resources, ensuring the festivals are free, educational, family -friendly, and aligned with their goals of fostering local agriculture, cultural preservation, and vibrant community participation. *48. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form. Contingency Relief Fund Budget Form.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. 49. 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: Culture and the arts Educational concerns Public health and welfare of the people and the environment