Welcome to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce!

Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is proud to share that Sean Kobayashi, a marketing intern with the credit union in 2025, has been recognized as the Hawai‘i County Intern of the Year in the Private Sector category. Read More

Join Keauhou Shopping Center on Friday, May 8, from 3 to 6 PM for their Mother's Day Sip' N Shop featuring free pupus, non-alcoholic sips, passport giveaway, swag, retail tenant specials, and more! They are collaborating with Bianelli's Kona. Kenny Tagavilla will perform from 6 to 7 PM. Read More

Community members of all ages are invited to sign up for The Kohala Center’s 2026 Hoaʻāina Stewardship Experiences! Registration is now open for their next Hoaʻāina Stewardship Day at Keawewai on Saturday, May 2 from 9 AM to 1 PM. Read More

The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT), in conjunction with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is reinitiating the Daniel K. Inouye Highway Extension Project in the South Kohala District, Hawaiʻi Island. Read More

Bashan Impact Solutions is a Hawai‘i Island-based strategic advisory firm that works with leaders and organizations to move complex, high-stakes initiatives forward when progress is unclear or stalled. Founded by diplomat Lyla Bashan, the firm brings over two decades of global experience working across government, private sector, and community environments. Read More

Following the statement released by Governor Josh Green on April 8, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has announced that the POTUS has approved a Major Disaster Declaration to provide Individual Assistance and Public Assistance for the state of Hawaiʻi following the severe Kona Low storms that caused widespread flooding and damage statewide. Read More

Community First Hawai‘i announced the Call for Presenters for the 4th Annual Hawai‘i Island Healthcare Conference, on October 15–16, 2026, at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott. They invite healthcare professionals, community leaders, advocates, researchers, and partners to submit proposals to present. Read More 

Nominations are OPEN for The Best and The Brightest — to challenge the long-standing narrative that Hawaiʻi’s most promising ʻōpio (young people) must leave the island to succeed. Nominations close April 24 at 11:59 PM. Read More 

Kona Brewing Hawai‘i is partnering with Kona Coffee & Tea to host a lively backyard-style Pau Hana Seltzer Social, celebrating the launch of Kona Brewing Hawai‘i’s newest hard seltzers. The community is invited to gather for an evening of local flavors, island music, and good company. Read More

Join Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center for a free, in-person workshop to help small businesses explore financing opportunities and support programs. This is a valuable opportunity to learn about funding pathways and connect directly with experts who can support your next steps. Read More

The Candidate Advisory Council for the University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents has presented a list of three candidates to Gov. Josh Green to fill one Hawaiʻi Island seat for a five-year appointment beginning July 1, 2026, subject to confirmation by the state Senate. Finalists: Chad Cabral, Makai Freitas, and Wendy Laros. Read More

The Rotary Clubs of West Hawai'i are sponsoring "West Hawai'i Community ConnectFest" on April 25, 2026, from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Makae'o Pavilion at Old Kona Airport. The purpose of the event is to connect local families and nonprofit agencies, for agencies to share their programs and services, and for families to get information about services they may be looking for. Read More 

The 4th Annual Race for the Reef, a 5K community run/walk dedicated to protecting our nearshore reefs, improving ocean health, and uplifting community-led stewardship efforts, will be held on April 25, 2026. Donations and proceeds support the Kohala Center’s ReefTeach Mineral Sunscreen Dispenser Program, promoting reef-safe sunscreen use at Kahaluʻu Bay. Read More

With more than 9,500 applications received this year, the need is clear: more families across Hawaiʻi Island are counting on access to summer food support for their keiki. Vibrant Hawaiʻi is seeking organizations, schools, churches, community groups, and neighborhood leaders to serve as Points of Distribution for the 2026 program. Read More

The Department of Water Supply, County of Hawai‘i, extended the entry deadline for its 8th Annual Keiki Water Conservation Poster Contest until Thursday, April 30. The extension provides Hawai‘i Island kindergarteners through sixth graders more time to submit their original artworks illustrating this year’s theme “Make Every Drop Count.” Read More

Join the Kailua Village Business Improvement District on Sunday, May 17, at 4 PM, during their Kokua Kailua monthly stroll as Four-Time GRAMMY® Winner Kalani Pe'a takes center stage. Read More