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Project Information * 37. Project Title EXHIBIT A 2026 Hawai'i International Futsal Cup 38. Project Start Date 08/21/2026 39. Project End Date 08/23/2026 * 40. Please select all areas of Hawai'i Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and implemented. South Hilo * 41. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 9 * 42. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project. The Hawai'i International Futsal Cup provides a platform for athletes to play futsal at a high level and participate in a well -organized event. Being on an island, these athletes often have to travel to gain exposure, access higher levels of competition, and be showcased. The organizers aimed to bring this opportunity to Big Island youth by creating a high - quality event locally. Since its inception in Kona about five years ago, the event has grown exponentially from a small local tournament into an international competition. It now includes close to 600 participants from the islands, the mainland, and Japan, across multiple age divisions from youth to adult players. The tournament also provides local participants with opportunities to observe and compete alongside high-level and semi-professional athletes. The County of Hawaii, along with Hawaii Futsal and the Wego! Foundation, Inc., will host the 2026 Hawaii International Futsal Cup. The tournament is scheduled for August 21-23, 2026, at Edith Kanaka'ole Multi -Purpose Stadium, Afook- Chinen Civic Auditorium, and Pana'ewa Park. With support from HM-A Better Ways Tours, the event brings in international talent while fostering cultural exchange and strengthening relationships, particularly between Hawaii and Japan. Requested funds from the current fiscal year will be used to cover pre -event preparation, including securing venues, coordinating logistics, and arranging equipment and materials necessary for the tournament. *43. 501(c)(3) Mission Statement To provide a support network for athletically talented and needy youth from underserved homes in our community, and help them pursue their passion and become productive citizens. * 44. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 501(c)(3) is connected to the project. The Wego! Foundation, Inc., initiated this tournament approximately five years ago in Kona and continues to play a lead role in its planning and coordination. The organization works collaboratively with the County of Hawai'i, Hawai'i Futsal, and HM-A Better Ways Tours to support implementation and serves as one of the event's title sponsors. * 45. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form. CRF 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. 46. 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: Public health and welfare of the people and the environment