Aloha!

In Hawaiʻi, that alone means something you’re choosing to see your community.

When the Kona Low storms hit in March 2026, many of our families’ lost homes, stability, and peace of mind. Some are still rebuilding today. In moments like these, we are reminded that none of us go through anything alone here.

So, we did what Hawaiʻi does we came together. We cook. We gather. We show up to each other.

The Mauka 2 Makai Cook Off is a community gathering rooted in aloha, where food becomes the bridge to healing. Proceeds raised goes directly to families impacted by the storms no cuts, no overhead, just Kokua.

We are humbly asking for your partnership. Your sponsorship is not just support for an event, it is support for real families still trying to recover, and a message that they are not alone.

We would be truly honored to stand with you in this effort. With deep aloha and gratitude.

Mahalo Nui loa,

Kaimanalani Sasaki & Rachel Salbedo

Mauka 2 Makai Cook Off Team