Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Time: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with the buffet starting shortly thereafter. Program to follow around 6:00 p.m.

Place: Outrigger Canoe Club, Koa Lanai

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Included in Admission:

Buffet dinner and complimentary beverage.

Musical tribute by Nyjah Music & Zyah Rhythm.

All attending 2025 ODKF scholarship recipients will be celebrated on stage. The Duke Award Finalists will be showcased in a panel discussion and the Duke Award Scholarship winner will be announced live on stage.

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Corporate sponsorship packages including seats are available now. Limited individual tickets will go on sale in mid-April. All current scholarship recipients will receive free admission plus discounted admission for two guests.

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Scholarship Details:

The Ambassador of Aloha Award is a one-time scholarship, of up to $5,000, granted to multiple high school seniors or full-time undergraduates. The applicant must be a resident of Hawaii, maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, and compete in canoeing, surfing, kayaking, swimming, diving, sailing, water polo, related water sports, or volleyball.

The Duke Award is a one-time award of up to $15,000, created to recognize an outstanding Hawaii high school senior who excels in academics, athleticism, and community service, and who exemplifies the character and personality traits of Duke Kahanamoku

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Parking:

Complimentary parking will be available onsite at Outrigger Canoe Club. Additional free street parking may be found on the mauka side of Kapiolani Park along Paki Avenue, a quick walk directly across the park.

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Dress Code:

The dress code is casual but please note that tank tops, athletic wear, swimwear, and/or rubber slippers are not allowed on the Koa Lanai where the event will be held.

For more information, contact info@dukefoundation.org.