Fundraising
Supporting Puahi’s
Aloha, and mahalo for supporting Puahi’s Polynesian Dance Company. Through dance, language, and history, we provide students with a respectful and meaningful foundation in Hawaiian, Tahitian, and New Zealand cultures.
The costs of competition, including costumes, fresh adornments, travel, training, and lodging—are substantial. As a nonprofit organization, we rely on the generosity of our community and donors to help make these opportunities possible.
Maintaining a dedicated studio is essential to providing a safe, consistent space for instruction, rehearsals, and cultural education; however, rent, utilities, insurance, equipment, maintenance, and other operating expenses are substantial. As a not-for-profit organization, we depend on charitable contributions to help sustain the studio and ensure that our programs remain accessible to the dancers and families we serve.
We invite you to support our ongoing work in cultural preservation, education, and community enrichment through a meaningful contribution.
Why Your Support Matters
· Preserve cultural heritage: Your gift helps fund classes, workshops, and performances that sustain Polynesian dance, music, and language for future generations.
· Expand access: Donations provide scholarships and tuition assistance, enabling youth and families from diverse backgrounds to participate regardless of financial circumstances.
· Strengthen community: Our programs bring people together, build confidence, and support physical and mental well-being.
· Sustain artistic excellence: Contributions support choreography, costumes, instruments, training, production expenses, and high-quality educational materials.
How Donations Are Used
· Education and scholarships: Subsidize instruction, learning materials, and outreach programs in schools and community centers.
· Performance and production: Underwrite costumes, sets, travel, venue rental, and technical requirements for concerts and cultural events.
· Community programs: Support free or low-cost workshops, intergenerational programs, and cultural festivals.
· Organizational sustainability: Cover essential administrative expenses that keep the company operational, transparent, and accountable.
Ways to Give
· One-time gift: Make an immediate impact with a single contribution.
· Recurring gift: Provide dependable support through monthly or annual contributions.
· Sponsorship: Partner with a specific event, production, or outreach program and receive recognition aligned with your level of support.
· In-kind donation: Contribute goods or professional services, such as costumes, fabric, instruments, venue access, or specialized expertise.
Accountability and Recognition
We recognize donors through program listings, event acknowledgments, and partnership benefits tailored to their level of support.
Join Us
Your contribution directly supports the continuation and growth of Polynesian cultural arts in our community. Every gift, regardless of size, helps sustain instruction, performance, and outreach that empower participants and enrich audiences.
To contribute, please click on the link below.
Mahalo Nui Loa!