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Home My WebLink AboutRES 403 Draft 01 2024-2026COUNTY OF HAWAI`I STATE OF HAWAI`I RESOLUTION NO. 403 25 A RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING/APPROPRIATING AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITING SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO NO NA `OPIO TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR THE NA HOA CUP TOURNAMENT. WHEREAS, No Na `Opio is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that strives to support the children of East Hawaii by offering opportunities to engage in physical, spiritual, and cognitive development through participation in recreational and cultural practices; and WHEREAS, No Na `Opio is requesting funds to assist with expenses for porta-potty rentals, storage for tournament equipment, medals and trophies, outdoor screen and projector rental, stage and lighting rental, a generator, signage, food and paper supplies for volunteers, and community concert entertainment, which will serve a public purpose by benefiting, improving, or promoting the culture and arts, educational concerns, the needs of the poor, youth, the aged, and those with physical or emotional disabilities, and the public health and welfare of the people and the environment; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI°I that, in accordance with section 2-139(a)(2)(C) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2016 Edition, as amended), Contingency Relief funds from Council District 5 are hereby transferred to the Department of Parks and Recreation to provide a grant to No Na `Opio for the expenses and purposes identified in "Exhibit A," a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, in the following amount as set forth below: FUND: General AMOUNT OF APPROPRIATION: $10,000 OUT AND FROM: 1010-11-10191 Clerk -Council SVC — Contingency Relief CREDITED TO: 1010-51-50302 Department of Parks and Recreation P&R Admin OCE 530115 Misc. Contract Services (No Na `Opio — Na Hoa Cup Tournament) $10,000 $10,000 BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the County Clerk shall transmit a copy of this resolution to the Director of Parks and Recreation and Director of Finance, and that the Director of Finance is hereby authorized to make the necessary transfers in accordance with the terms of this resolution. Dated at Hilo , Hawai`i, this 3rd day of December 32025 . COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawaii Hilo, Hawaii I hereby certify that (lie foregoing RESOLUTION Nvas by the vote indicated to the right hereof adopted by the COUNCIL of the County of I-lawail on December 3, 2025 ATTEST: INTRODUCED B COUNCIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAPI ER HAIRPER ON & PRESIDING OFFICER ROLL CALL VOTE AYES NOES ABS EX GALIMBA X HUSTACE X INABA X KAGIWADA X KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER X KIERKIEWICZ X KIMBALL X ONISHI R VILLEGAS X S 0 1 0 Reference: C-629/Council RESOLUTION NO. 40,3 ` 4 Project Information * 41. Project Title EXHIBIT A Na Hoa Cup Tournament 42. Project Start Date 12/12/2025 43. Project End Date 12/14/2025 44. Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and implemented. Puna 45. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 5 * 46. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project. The 2025 Na Hoa Cup Tournament marks the 15th year of this beloved community 5v5 soccer event hosted by Na Hoa o Puna Soccer Club, a member organization of No N5'Opio, a Hawaii Island —based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth through sports, culture, and community engagement. The 2025 tournament will also honor the life and legacy of founder Justin "Buddy" Perry, whose vision built Na Hoa o Puna into a thriving'ohana for athletes and families across Hawaii Island. Held December 13-14, 2025, at Buddy Perry Soccer Fields in Kea'au, the tournament promotes physical wellness, cultural pride, and'ohana values through a weekend of high-energy play, 'ono local food, and live entertainment —including the popular Sunday Community Concert. This milestone year celebrates 15 years of aloha, teamwork, and Hawaiian hospitality —inviting families from all moku of Hawari Island as well as teams from other counties to gather, cheer, and grind at the'ono concession while celebrating the joy of community sport. The Na Hoa Cup fulfills a public purpose by advancing youth and community recreation through accessible, island -wide participation in organized sport, promoting health and wellness for more than 600 youth and adult athletes, supporting culture and the arts by integrating Hawaiian values, protocol, and mele throughout the event, and strengthening the local economy through engagement of small businesses, food vendors, and local musicians. CRF funds will help cover safety equipment costs, porta-potty rentals, event -related supplies and technology, and food for volunteers who make this large-scale community event possible. The Na Hoa Cup Tournament provides a direct public benefit by promoting healthy living, celebrating culture, and inspiring Hawari Island's youth to play, lead, and thrive —together, in the true spirit of aloha. *47. 501(c)(3) Mission Statement No NVOpio strives to support the children of East HawaI by offering opportunities to engage in physical, spiritual, and cognitive development through participation in recreational and cultural practices. *48. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 501(c)(3) is connected to the project. No NVOpio is the nonprofit organization responsible for coordinating and overseeing the Na Hoa Cup Tournament. As the fiscal sponsor and parent entity of Na Hoa o Puna Soccer Club, No N5'Opio manages event logistics, compliance, and community partnerships to ensure the tournament fulfills its public purpose. The nonprofit provides the organizational framework that allows Na Hoa o Puna to focus on youth development through sport, culture, and community engagement. No Na'Opio administers project funds, supports volunteer coordination, and ensures all activities align with its mission to empower Hawari Island's youth through recreation, leadership, and aloha. * 49. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form. NoNaOpio.CRF2025-26.xlsx Public Purpose of Requested Funds Per §2-138 of the Hawatl 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. 56. 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 concems Needs of the poor, youth, the aged, those with physical or emotional disabilities Public health and welfare of the people and the environment 57. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these funds. The requested funds will directly enhance event safety, efficiency, and professionalism through the provision of portable restrooms, proper storage for equipment, clear signage, medals and trophies for participant recognition, and adequate lighting, sound, and staging for the evening concert. Providing food for volunteers will also ensure sustained engagement and reliable event staffing throughout the multi -day program. Quantitatively, success will be measured by the number of teams and players served, volunteers supported, and audience reach during both the tournament and concert. Qualitatively, outcomes will include increased youth participation in healthy recreational activities, strengthened family and community connections, and heightened visibility of local sports and music programs. Together, these efforts contribute to community resilience and well-being by fostering safe spaces for learning, celebration, and intergenerational connection —all while honoring the legacy of Buddy Perry and continuing the mission of Na Hoa o Puna Soccer Club and its nonprofit partner, No Na'Oplo. Contingency Relief Fund Budget Form Organization Name: No Na' Project Name: Na Hoa Cup Tournament Expense Description CRF Grant Other Cash Total Expense Expense Justification Sources Porta-Potty Rentals $ 500.00 $ 150.00 $ 650.00 Provides safe and sanitary restroom access for participants, volunteers, and spectators. Storage for Tournament Equipment $ 2,000.00 $ 2,500.00 $ 4,500.00 Ensures secure storage of sports gear and eventmaterials for smooth tournament operations. Medals and Trophies $ 1,000.00 $ 500.00 $ 1,500.00 Recognizes youth achievement and sportsmanship, fostering motivation and community pride. Outdoor Screen and Projector Rental for $ 100000 ,. $ $ 1,000.00 Supports the Buddy Perry Memorial Concert with Concert clear visual display for community engagement. Stage and Lighting Rental g g g $ 1,500.00 $ $ 1,500.00 Provides professional staging for concert and event programming, enhancing audience experience. Generator $ 2,500.00 $ 1,500.00 $ 4,000.00 Ensures reliable power for tournament operations, concert, and safety equipment. Banners and signs to clearly mark field numbers, Signage $ 500.00 $ - $ 500.00 registration, first aid, and other key areas to ensure smooth event navigation and safety. Food and Paper Supplies for Vounteers $ 1,000.00 $ 1,500.00 $ 2,500.00 Provides food, drinks, and paper products to sustain volunteer engagement and reliable staffing. Engages local musicians and performers to Community Concert Entertainment $ - $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 celebrate culture and enhance community experience. Admin/Overhead Expenses - Max. 10% of request: Tournament Organization and $ $ 300000 $ 300000 Covers administrative support from the nonprofit Administration ,.,.and club to coordinate logistics and compliance. EXPENSES TOTAL $ 10,000.00 $ 14,150.00 $ 24,150.00