Korean American Foundation Hawaii

(808) 230-3133

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Cultural Non Profit

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About Korean American Foundation Hawaii

The Korean American Foundation Hawaii (KAFH) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that promotes Korean culture, heritage, and history. KAFH was incorporated in November 12, 1999 as the Centennial Committee of Korean Immigration to the United States (CCKI). CCKI was established to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Korean immigration to the United States (1903-2003) with events throughout the United States and Korea.

In June 2004, CCKI changed its' name to the Korean American Foundation Hawaii (KAFH) to carry on its' mission of commemorating the Korean immigration and to promote Korean culture, heritage, and history.

KAFH annually commemorates the January 13, 1903 arrival of the first Korean immigrants to the United States/Hawaii. On December 13, 2005, Congress passed a joint resolution designating January 13 as Korean American Day.

KAFH also maintains the Centennial Monument at Pawaa In-Ha Park and Puuiki Cemetary in Waialua, commemorates historic sites via historic site plaques, sponsors important community events such as the annual Korean Festival, and awards grants for other mission related projects.