May 3, 2025
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 48 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
This year, we’re excited to launch 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.
This year, we’re excited to launch 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.
Charity Walk Weekly Meetings
Join us every Friday at 10AM for our weekly Charity Walk meeting, open to all! This is your opportunity to ask questions, get the latest updates, and hear from fellow fundraisers. Whether you're a nonprofit, a team captain, or an individual participant, these meetings will help keep you informed and motivated.
Come connect with others, share fundraising strategies, and stay on track for a successful Charity Walk!
**We will not have a meeting on April 18, 2025, in observance of Good Friday**
Come connect with others, share fundraising strategies, and stay on track for a successful Charity Walk!
**We will not have a meeting on April 18, 2025, in observance of Good Friday**
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! Registration is required to receive funds for the walk, so make sure to fill out the form, even if you've created a team in the past.
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 APPLICATIONS ARE DUE ON FRIDAY, MAY 2, 2025
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 APPLICATIONS ARE DUE ON FRIDAY, MAY 2, 2025
Volunteer for the 2025 Charity Walk
For volunteer inquiries, please email us at [email protected].
We appreciate your support in making this event possible!
We appreciate your support in making this event possible!
Charity Walk Info Sheet
The Impact of Charity Walk: Supporting Local Nonprofits
2024 Oahu Charity Walk Recap
Charity Walk Flyer
Boost Your Donations with the Charity Walk Flyer!
Download our Charity Walk Flyer and easily insert your team’s QR code to your personalized landing page, making it simple for supporters to donate directly to your team. Feel free to download and customize the flyer for your fundraising efforts.
Need help creating your QR code? Just email [email protected], and we’ll assist you! Let's make this year’s walk a huge success!
Download our Charity Walk Flyer and easily insert your team’s QR code to your personalized landing page, making it simple for supporters to donate directly to your team. Feel free to download and customize the flyer for your fundraising efforts.
Need help creating your QR code? Just email [email protected], and we’ll assist you! Let's make this year’s walk a huge success!
