Kapalua Wine & Food Festival

UH Maui College Culinary Arts Program

Housed in the 38,000 square-foot, two-story Pā‘ina Building, the University of Hawai‘i Maui College’s two-year Culinary Arts and Pastry Program is recognized as a national leader and was the first program in the University of Hawai‘i system to receive American Culinary Federation Education Foundation accreditation. Pā‘ina Market has two student-run outlets – World Plate and Paniolo Grill – serving both the UHMC campus and the wider community with seating for up to 275. The acclaimed Leis Family Class Act fine dining restaurant offers world-class cuisine for lunch twice a week during the academic year and is rated a USA Top 100 Restaurant and one of Hawai‘i’s finest by diners on OpenTable.com. 

Aloha Pu‘u Kukui 

High above the Kapalua Resort at the top of the West Maui Mountain range sits Pu’u Kukui Watershed Preserve the largest private nature preserve in the state of Hawaiʻi. Extending across more than 9,000 acres from mauka (mountain) to makai (sea) of Mauna Kahālāwai, it is home to some of the rarest endangered flora and fauna in the islands. This pristine area is a vital water source for Maui’s community and one of the wettest spots on earth with over 400” per year. Conservation endeavors include non-native invasive species control, weed control, monitoring, research and most importantly protecting rare species.  A small team of passionate conservationists care for this land to preserve Hawai’i’s precious ecosystems and insure the safety of the water source.

For more information on these critically important efforts or to make a donation, visit www.puukukui.org.

Lahaina Restoration Foundation 

Lahaina Restoration Foundation (LRF) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to be stewards and storytellers of Lahaina’s Historic & Cultural Heritage. For over 60 years, LRF has worked to preserve and restore Lahaina’s historic sites through educational programs, heritage preservation, and community engagement. In the wake of the devastating fires, LRF is actively working to rebuild and restore key historical landmarks, ensuring that Lahaina’s unique history endures to inspire future generations. Your support helps us protect and revive the legacy of this historic town. To learn more or get involved, visit LahainaRestoration.org

Lahainaluna Boarders Association 

Part of the rich tradition of Lahainaluna High School and it’s famed boarding department which was established in 1831 making it the oldest school west of the Rocky Mountains.  The program has spent the last three year rejuvenating its on-campus agricultural programming with a focus last year on implementing and updating fields and equipment, planting local food crops such as banana, ti leaf, mountain apple, lychee, mango, avocado, citrus and more.  Future efforts will focus on continued planting and education of students on the value and viability of an agricultural career.  

Aloha Wine Foundation 

Unite, educate, and inspire the Hawaii sommelier community through events, scholarship opportunities, mentoring and more. Resources and efforts help the industry in Hawaii overcome the geographical challenges of being on an island where there are additional travel expenses to take exams and educational opportunities are limited.

Maui Pono Foundation 

This foundation was established by the West Maui community, for the community, to be a part of the rebuilding process.  With a focus on empowering the community through transparent grant-making and strategic partnerships, fostering resilience and driving sustainable rebuilding initiatives.  This is a grassroots organization made up of long-time Maui residents helping their neighbors, friends with rebuilding Lahaina.