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BAMP PROJECT ANNOUNCES
KŌKUA FOR KAUA`I POIPU BEACH ATHLETIC CLUB SATURDAY, MAY 12, 2018 FEATURING JACK JOHNSON, DONAVON FRANKENREITER, PAULA FUGA, AND MAKANA 100% OF NET PROCEEDS DIRECTED TO THE KAUA‘I RELIEF & RECOVERY FUND AT HAWAI‘I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION TICKETS GO ON SALE FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2018 AT 10 AM HST HONOLULU, HI — (May 3, 2018) – KŌKUA FOR KAUA'I a benefit concert for Kaua‘i flood victims will take place Saturday, May 12, 2018 at the Poipu Beach Athletic Club. The concert will feature Jack Johnson, Donavon Frankenreiter, Paula Fuga, Makana, and other special guests. Tickets go on sale on Friday, May 4, 2018 at 10 AM HST online at www.bampproject.com and www.seetickets.us. Last month, record-breaking rains in Hawai‘i caused widespread devastation on Kaua‘i leaving thousands of residents in need of support to rebuild their homes, businesses and farms. This concert was sparked by local musicians and community leaders who are passionate about spreading aloha and helping the people of Kaua‘i get back to normal life. Donavon Frankenreiter, a Kaua‘i resident and musician, called his friend Jack Johnson to help put on a benefit show for the community. Local promoter, BAMP Project, jumped on board to coordinate the event and several more musicians and local businesses have rallied together to host a night to raise money and lift the spirits of the locals who have been through so much. This storm will be remembered for years to come, not only for the damaging flood waters, but also for the way people have joined together to support the impacted families and communities. All net proceeds will go to the Kaua‘i Relief & Recovery Fund at Hawai‘i Community Foundation as well as other local organizations committed to flood relief. The Kaua‘i Relief and Recovery Fund was established, with support from Pierre and Pam Omidyar, to provide immediate assistance including emergency provisions, shelter and healthcare, as well as ongoing support to stabilize communities and rebuild. Within the first 24 hours, grants were distributed to local organizations who are bringing immediate relief to impacted communities, including assistance to residents who have been displaced from their homes or cut-off from receiving basic necessities including medical supplies, food and water. Hawai‘i Community Foundation is waiving any administrative fees on the fund for the first three months so that more funds are available to address critical needs. Grants are continuing to be distributed based on daily conversations with Kaua‘i nonprofits, HCF staff, and the County Office to identify immediate needs. This will be a plastic free show! The organizers are making every effort to eliminate the use of single-use plastics backstage and at all concessions. All beverages will be served in cans, all serveware will be compostable, and no single-use plastic water bottles will be sold on site. Instead fans can bring in their own empty reusable water bottles or cups to refill at the Menehune Water Refill Stations. Recycling and zero waste stations will also be located around the venue and coordinated by Zero Waste Kauai.
Details on the Show: Where: Poipu Beach Athletic Club, 2290 Poipu Road, Koloa HI 96756 When: Saturday, May 12, 2018 Doors: 4:00 PM Show: 5:00 PM Prices: $100 VIP (21+) and $49.50 GA (All Ages) Tickets go on sale on Friday, May 4, 2018 at 10 AM HST online at www.bampproject.com and www.seetickets.us. Note: This is an all ages event. Every attendee is required to have a ticket regardless of age. Mahalo to Our Sponsors: Kong Radio Group, No ka Oi, Sheraton Poipu, Enterprise Car Rental, 808 Truck Rentals, Lee’s Tents, Rob’s Good Times Grill, AV Kaua`i, Service Rentals, Tyri Portables, The Cabana Bar and Grill, Hawaii Pro Sound, Zero Waste Kauai, Shioi Construction, Menehune Water Company, & Elite Pacific Properties To learn more about the event visit: www.bampproject.com or www.jackjohnsonmusic.com. To make a direct donation to the Kaua‘i Relief & Recovery Fund at Hawai‘i Community Foundation, donations can be made online at HawaiiCommunityFoundation.org/KauaiRelief. Please reference “community” in the comments section so we can track the donation efforts! About Hawaii Community Foundation: With over 100 years of community service, the Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF) is the leading philanthropic institution in the state. HCF is a steward of more than 850 funds, including more than 250 scholarship funds, created by donors who desire to transform lives and improve communities. In 2017, HCF distributed more than $59 million in grants and contracts statewide, including more than $6 million in scholarships. HCF also serves as a resource on community issues and trends in the nonprofit sector. About Jack Johnson: Jack Johnson grew up surfing and playing guitar in Hawaii. Since 2001, he has released 7 studio albums and 2 live albums that have sold over 25 million copies worldwide. His Brushfire Records label and touring crew have been leaders in the greening of the music industry and his All At Once social action network connects fans with local non-profits at each tour stop. Jack, with his wife Kim, founded the Kokua Hawaii Foundation to support environmental education in Hawaii's schools and communities, as well as the Johnson Ohana Foundation to support environmental, art and music education worldwide. The total of these album and tour profit donations, along with Johnson’s personal charitable activities, have resulted in over $30 million donated to charity since 2001. All The Light Above It Too is Johnson’s first release since 2013’s chart topping From Here To Now To You. About Donavon Frankenreiter: Over a decade into his career, Frankenreiter continues to tour globally, has formed his own record label, Liquid Tambourine Records, and has released six studio albums, including most recently The Heart. As a multi-faceted talent, he also continues to surf professionally all over the world as well as manage Kauai-based lifestyle store The Barn 808 with his family.
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