Join the Kewalo Community: 20th Anniversary Beach Cleanup Drive - June 7, 2025
Aloha Hawaiian! 🌺
Get ready to make a difference in our beautiful island community! The Friends of Kewalo is hosting their incredible 20th Anniversary Celebration and 18th Annual Clean Up on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM. As a local surf shop that deeply cares about preserving our ocean playground, we're excited to share this amazing community event with you.
Why This Kewalo Clean Up Drive Matters
For two decades, the Friends of Kewalo has been protecting one of Hawaii's most cherished coastal areas. This isn't just any cleanup drive - it's a celebration of 20 years of community stewardship that has kept our waters clean and our marine life thriving. When we take care of our beaches and harbors, we're taking care of the very spaces where we surf, fish, and create memories with our families.
What to Expect at the June 7th Event
Event Details You Need to Know
- When: Saturday, June 7, 2025
- Time: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Where: Kewalo Basin Harbor area
- Who: Perfect for ages 13 and above
- What to Bring: Your energy and community spirit!
Special Event Day Activities
This will be an especially busy day at Kewalo with multiple exciting events happening:
- The main beach cleanup drive
- A wedding celebration at KUPU
- Summer surf contest at Bowls
Easy Parking Made Simple
Don't worry about finding parking! Look for the helpful parking attendants wearing orange vests who will guide you to overflow parking areas in the gravel lot and harbor master area. The organizers are starting earlier this year at 7:30 AM, ending at 11:30 AM, so you can enjoy the rest of your Saturday.
Amazing Community Support and Prizes
Free Lucky Prize Ticket
At the start of the day, sign up at the main tent and grab your free lucky prize ticket. Plus, they'll have delicious Chick-fil-A available! The community support for this event is truly incredible.
Exclusive Event Merchandise
Check out the special 20th anniversary merchandise available, including:
- T-shirts starting at $25
- Long sleeves for $30
- Stickers and decals starting at $5
- Special discounts for kupuna (seniors) and keiki under 12
Incredible Local Business Support
The sponsor list for this Kewalo cleanup is absolutely amazing, showing how much our local Hawaii business community cares about environmental protection. From surf brands like Dakine and O'Neill to local favorites like Morning Brew and Big City Diner, over 30 local businesses are supporting this environmental initiative.
Getting Ready for the Cleanup
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dirty
- Closed-toe shoes for safety
- Water bottle to stay hydrated
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
- Your positive energy!
The Spirit of Aloha in Action
The Friends of Kewalo perfectly embodies the Hawaiian values of malama 'aina (caring for the land). Their motto says it all: "Take care of the Land and the Land will take care of you." This philosophy resonates deeply with anyone who loves Hawaii's natural beauty.
After 20 years of environmental protection, this organization continues to inspire community action with their simple but powerful message: "PROTECT • PRESERVE • MALAMA!"
Mark Your Calendar
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to give back to the community while celebrating two decades of environmental stewardship. The Kewalo cleanup drive on June 7, 2025 promises to be both meaningful and fun, bringing together Hawaii residents who care about protecting our beautiful coastal areas.
See you at Kewalo Basin on June 7th! Together, we can continue protecting Hawaii's coastal treasures for the next 20 years and beyond.