May 2, 2026
The Visitor Industry Charity Walk is one of Hawai‘i’s largest fundraising events, bringing together the community to support local nonprofits across the state. Established in 1978 by the Hawai‘i Lodging & Tourism Association, the Charity Walk has raised over 51 million dollars to help fund vital programs that serve Hawai‘i’s families, keiki (children), kupuna (senior citizens), and those in need.
Each year, thousands of participants—ranging from hospitality workers to local businesses, nonprofits, and community members—come together to walk, donate, and make a difference. 100% of the funds raised stay in Hawai‘i, directly benefiting organizations that provide essential services in our communities.
Each year, thousands of participants—ranging from hospitality workers to local businesses, nonprofits, and community members—come together to walk, donate, and make a difference. 100% of the funds raised stay in Hawai‘i, directly benefiting organizations that provide essential services in our communities.
Charity Walk Laulima Loop
We are bringing baclk the Laulima Loop in partnership with AccesSurf!
This ADA-friendly path ensures that kupuna, individuals with disabilities, and those seeking a lighter walk can still take part in Charity Walk.
The Laulima Loop is approximately 1 km and starts at 7:30 AM, following the opening remarks at 7:00 AM.
We are bringing baclk the Laulima Loop in partnership with AccesSurf!
This ADA-friendly path ensures that kupuna, individuals with disabilities, and those seeking a lighter walk can still take part in Charity Walk.
The Laulima Loop is approximately 1 km and starts at 7:30 AM, following the opening remarks at 7:00 AM.
Ready to Start Raising Funds?
If you're ready to make a difference and join this year's Charity Walk, don’t forget to register your team!
If you already have a team and would like to update your team's page, please also complete this form.
If you already have a team and would like to update your team's page, please also complete this form.
Nonprofit Organization Grant Application
All grant funding must be used to fund programs in the County in which the funds were raised and utilized to benefit that community. An organization must apply separately to each county for funding to be used in that county.
Funds will not be granted for capital fund drives, purchase of tangible real property or personal property, or interest or reduction of deficits or loans.
501(c)3 non-profit organizations in the state of Hawai‘i’ are eligible to apply for Visitor Industry Charity Walk Grants. Grants will be considered on the basis of an organization’s community impact and may vary widely in scope and size. Grants are not a source of guaranteed continuous funding.
GRANT APPLICATION AVAILABLE APRIL 1, 2026
GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE DUE ON FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2026
Funds will not be granted for capital fund drives, purchase of tangible real property or personal property, or interest or reduction of deficits or loans.
501(c)3 non-profit organizations in the state of Hawai‘i’ are eligible to apply for Visitor Industry Charity Walk Grants. Grants will be considered on the basis of an organization’s community impact and may vary widely in scope and size. Grants are not a source of guaranteed continuous funding.
GRANT APPLICATION AVAILABLE APRIL 1, 2026
GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE DUE ON FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2026
Charity Walk Flyer
Download the flyer and add your QR code to take viewers to your Charity Walk donation page!
