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Project Information * 44. Project Title EXHIBIT A Abled Hawaii Artists Art Immersion Exhibition 45. Project Start Date 07/01/2026 46. Project End Date 08/02/2026 47. Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and implemented. South Hilo 48. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 3 *49. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project. This exhibition, the largest celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act in Hawaii, will be curated in collaboration with Abled Hawaii Artists (AHA) and feature artists with physical and/or cognitive disabilities from across the islands. For 18 years, AHA has empowered more than 20,000 people by advancing access, recognition, and income for disabled artists. This juried exhibition will present established artists alongside emerging artists mentored by AHA for professional exhibition. The show will be open statewide and will include portraiture exploring disability journeys — spotlighting both contemporary artists and historical figures with disabilities. The Wailoa Center will be transformed into 10 immersive bays, alternating between curated displays and interactive installations that offer sensory experiences that reflect specific disabilities. Planned elements include tactile works for blind and low -vision audiences, vibration -based pieces for deaf and hard -of -hearing communities, calming low -light spaces for sensory -sensitive visitors, wheelchair -accessible installations, and explorations of mental health and psychiatric disabilities. Curatorial guidance from Halena Kapuni-Reynolds and community partners will support specialized committees for each area. This initiative advances Hawaii Island's Renaissance of Inclusion movement, grounded in the belief that art must be accessible to and reflective of every body and mind. Throughout July, programming will extend beyond the gallery through collaborative art days, nonprofit resource booths, the 19th Annual Art Festival, a "Walk and Talk" dialogue with a historical slideshow, and demonstrations of adaptive techniques. The final week will spotlight Queer Disabled Artists. With nearly one in five adults in Hawaii living with a disability, this exhibition celebrates inclusion, creativity, and opportunity —supporting disabled artists in building sustainable, visible, and thriving careers. *50. 501(c)(3) Mission Statement To empower people with developmental disabilities to achieve and enjoy self -determined lives, supporting lifelong belonging and fulfillment within the Hawai'i Island community. * 51. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 501(c)(3) is connected to the project. Full Life serves as the project's 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor, providing financial oversight, grant compliance, and administrative accountability to ensure funds are managed in alignment with charitable standards. The project is curated and implemented by Abled Hawaii Artists (AHA), whose 18-year history of inclusive exhibitions, mentorship, and disability -centered arts programming forms the foundation of this initiative. AHA leads artist outreach, selection, exhibition design, accessibility integration, public programming, and evaluation. Through this partnership, Full Life ensures fiduciary stewardship, while AHA advances its mission to expand access, recognition, and income for artists with disabilities statewide. * 52. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form. District 3 - CRF Budget Form.xlsx