Hawaii LGBT Legacy Foundation

Māhū Mix and Honolulu Horror Nights: They Slash Them
2024-10-26 18:00 - 2024-10-27 01:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hawaiian Brian’s HB Social Club, 1680 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, 96814, United States
Save the date, October 26 for a unique horror film screening followed by a dance party for MVPFAFF and queer individuals, with a particular focus on Pacific Islander and Hawaiian communities. A celebration of Pride Month and Halloween, this event provides a platform for queer people to express themselves authentically in a space that values survival, joy, and self-expression.
Learn more and purchase tickets here.

G4G Oʻahu + Hawaiʻi Foodbank
2024-10-30 09:00 - 12:00 | Hawaii Foodbank Inc, 2611 Kilihau St, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA, 2601 Kilihau St, United States
Volunteer with Gay For Good Oʻahu at the Hawai’i Foodbank to assist with a variety of tasks to help the foodbank. Youʻll help with sorting and inspection, in the dry salvage room or larger warehouse., and may also be involved with preparing food that will be distributed to multiple sites around the island of Oahu.
Register to volunteer here. Please note this is an 18+ event and volunteer slots are limited to 10.
“Gay For Good mobilizes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) and ally volunteers to promote diversity, foster inclusion and strengthen ties to the broader community.”

Rhinestones on the Red Carpet
2024-11-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Hawaii Theatre Center, 1130 Bethel Street, Honolulu, 96813, United States
Donʻt miss this special LGBTQIA+ variety show fundraiser at the Hawaiʻi Theatre Center featuring drag, hula, live music and a silent auction. A highlight of the evening will be a screening of the award-winning short film I AM, recently premeired at the Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival, followed by a Q&A with director Tony Dia.
Learn more and purchase tickets here.

YES ON 1
2024-11-04 - 2024-11-05
A “YES” vote on Constitutional Amendment Question #1 will remove discriminatory language in our State Constitution that gives the Legislature the authority to reserve marriage for opposite-sex couples.​ Under state law, blank votes will be counted as “no” votes, making every ballot crucial. Vote Yes On One team and help protect marriage equality in Hawai’i.
To learn more about Yes On 1 click here.
To volunteer, click here.

Spend the Morning With G4G Oʻahu at the Honolulu Zoo
2024-11-09 09:30 - 12:00 | Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, 96815, United States
Volunteer with Gay for Good Oʻahu to help the zoo staff prep and decorate the zoo for the holidays. Work will be outdoors and this event requires the ability to use basic tools, and some tasks will require a little extra muscle. Afterwards, volunteers will be able to enjoy the zoo!
For more information, and to sign up to volunteer, click here.
Gay For Good mobilizes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) and ally volunteers to promote diversity, foster inclusion and strengthen ties to the broader community.

Lawmaking 101 Training
2024-11-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Online
Wondering how the Hawaiʻi State Legislature works? As we look forward to the 2025 legislative session, join Lambda Law for a rundown on the legislative process in Hawaiʻi, along with a basic tutorial on the State Legislature website.
Hosted by the Lambda Law Student Association, this online training session is open to the law students, workers of Hawaiʻi, and the general public. Itʻs sure to be a lively discussion of how we as community can get engaged in the lawmaking process.
Register here.

Transgender Day of Remembrance
2024-11-20
Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) was started in 1999 by transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith as a vigil to honor the memory of Rita Hester, a transgender woman who was killed in 1998. The vigil commemorated all the transgender people lost to violence since Rita Hester’s death, and began an important tradition that has become the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance held on the 20th of November around the world.
More information about transgender issues and resources can be found at:
• Hawaii Birth Certificate Changes
• Hawaii Dept. of Health Sexual and Gender Minorities (SGM) Resource Hub
• Kua’ana Project / HHHRC
• The Lavender Center & Clinic
• Transcend Maui / Malama I Ke Ola
• TransHawaii
• Transgender Awareness Hawaii
• Our Trans Truth / Gender Justice Leadership Programs
• National Center for Transgender Equality
• Transgender Law Center
• Trans Lifeline

Kuaʻana Project: Transgender Day of Remembrance
2024-11-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Capitol Modern: The Hawaiʻi State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel Street, Honolulu, HI, United States
Join HHHRC and the Kuaʻana Project on Wednesday, November 20, to honor those in our trans community we have lost to violence and discrimination. Pūpūs at 5pm with the program starting at 6pm. For more information, email kuaana@hhhrc.org.

The View Hula’s 26th Anniversary
2024-11-20 18:00 - 23:30 | Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand, 134 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Celebrate Hulaʻs 26th Anniversary at the Waikīkī Grand Hotel on Wednesday, November 20 from 6pm-close with live music by Hula’s premier artists and DJ KSM.
Located on the edge of Waikīkī, Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand is a legendary cocktail bar & all-day gathering spot for everyone 21+ with unbeatable views of Diamond Head & the sparkling Pacific Ocean. For over 50 years, Hula’s has been one of Waikīkī’s most celebrated gay bars, offering a welcoming space for all, with deep roots in the LGBTQ+ community.
Make your reservations here.

G4G Oʻahu Decorates the Zoo for the Holidays
2024-11-21 08:00 - 17:00
Join Gay For Good Oʻahu and help the zoo staff prep and decorate the zoo for the holidays at our first SUNDAY event! For more information, click here.

G4G Oʻahu Kaʻimuki Community Park Cleanup
2024-11-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Kaʻimuki Community Park, 3521 Waialae Avenue, Honolulu, 96816, United States
Gay For Good Oahu is teaming up with the Kaʻimuki Business and Professional Association for a park clean up. Volunteer tasks will include raking leaves, picking up trash, cleaning windows and painting over graffiti. Supplies such as trash bags and paint will be provided, and all volunteers are invited to stay for a hosted lunch after the project.
Learn more and sign up.

Exhibition: Toward Queer Justice in Hawai'i
2024-11-24 | Aliʻiōlani Hale, 417 South King Street, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Lei Pua ʻAla Queer Histories of Hawaiʻi and King Kamehameha V Judiciary History Center announce a new traveling exhibition that explores the intersections of law, gender, and sexuality in Hawaiʻi. It is on display now, Monday-Friday through November 29, in the rotunda of Aliʻiolani Hale, home of the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court. You can see a digital version of the exhibition here.
This first-of-its-kind exhibition highlights the complex ways in which gender and sexual diversity has been treated in the evolving social, political, and legal landscape of the islands, from early times to the present day. It features little-known stories and pivotal moments that reveal highs and lows across the centuries, from Hawaiian cultural embrace of māhū (individuals of dual male and female spirit) and aikāne (intimate friends of the same-sex) to missionary condemnation and colonial erasure, from plantation- and military-era persecution and criminalization to the emergence of gay liberation and the modern movement for dignity, respect, and civil rights for all.
Following its display at Aliʻiolani Hale, the exhibition will be available on loan to libraries, schools, courts, and other civic and educational sites across Hawaiʻi.
For information about hosting the traveling exhibition in your community, please contact Lei Pua ʻAla Director Joe Wilson at QwavesJoe@yahoo.com.

Virtual Talk Story: Toward Queer Justice in Hawaiʻi
2024-11-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Jump on Zoom on Monday, November 25th at 12noon for a virtual talk story about LGBTQ+ Māhū rights and history in Hawaiʻi. The discussion will feature distinguished guests including Maui attorney Lance D. Collins, Kanaka Maoli historian Adam Keawe Manalo-Camp, Molokaʻi attorney Karen M. Holt, and Co-Director of Lei Pua ʻAla Dean Hamer.
In celebration of the collaborative exhibit, “Kaulike No Nā Mea A Pau: Toward Queer Justice in Hawaiʻi,” this thought-provoking discussion will explore Hawaiʻi’s complex history of gender and sexual diversity, and what factors are at the root of Hawaiʻi’s inclusive stance on gender and sexuality today.
Learn about Mōʻī Kamehameha III’s male partner, Kaomi. Together, they co-ruled in a bold resistance to missionary hegemony in a brief yet significant chapter in Hawaiian history known as “the time of Kaomi.” And landmark legal battles, such as the Miss Gay Molokaʻi Pageant in 1985, will highlight social backlash and legal responses to issues of sex, gender, and identity expression across the islands.
RSVP for this virtual talk story here.

Give Big Hawaiʻi
2024-11-27 - 2024-12-31 | Online
The holidays are always filled with the big G’s: good food, gifts and the giving spirit. Giving back to our community can spread the holiday cheer and create a bigger impact for an aloha filled season.
Now through Dec. 31, 2024, you can give back to our community in a big—and super convenient—way with the Give Big Hawaiʻi online fundraiser. When you donate $25 or more to local Hawaii nonprofits through Give Big Hawai‘i, Southwest® will reward you with 25 Rapid Rewards® bonus points per dollar donated.
We hope youʻll consider donating to the Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation as part of your Give Big Hawaiʻi giving. Your contributions are a vital part of creating significant and lasting change, as the need for support continues to grow. Mahalo!

World AIDS Day
2024-12-01 | Online
World AIDS Day was first observed in 1988. Each year, on December 1, organizations and individuals across the world bring attention to HIV/AIDS, endeavor to increase HIV awareness and knowledge, speak out against HIV stigma, and call for an increased response to move toward ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

If your organization is planning events for World AIDS Day, and youʻd like them to appear on this Community Calendar, please contact Calendar@HawaiiLGBTlegacy.com

Hawaiʻi Quilts from the National AIDS Memorial
2024-12-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Capitol Modern: The Hawaiʻi State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel Street, Honolulu, HI, United States
Join the community for the opening reception for a the World AIDS Day exhibition featuring a selection of Hawaiʻi Quilts from the National AIDS Memorial, displayed in Honolulu for the first time in over two decades.
The evening will include a special presentation by the Hawaiʻi State Department of Health, featuring the Suzanne Richmond Crum Award. Guests will be treated to performances by local artists, followed by a reception celebrating the opening of the exhibit.
The exhibition will remain open to the public throughout the month of December.
Experience the powerful stories, resilience, and remembrance represented by these beautiful quilts. Let’s come together as a community to honor, reflect, and inspire hope for the future.

Giving Tuesday
2024-12-03 | Online
Consider making a donation to the Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation on Giving Tuesday, December 3, 2024, a day that encourages people to do good.
Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of radical generosity. Created in 2012, it has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity.
It’s a simple idea: whether it’s making someone smile, helping a neighbor or stranger out, showing up for an issue or people we care about, or giving some of what we have to those who need our help, every act of generosity counts and everyone has something to give.
You can make a donation to the Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation here.

Queer Run Honolulu Inaugural Run
2024-12-03 15:00 - 17:00 | Ala Moana Beach Park, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, 96814, United States
Queer Run Honolulu welcomes LGBTQIA+ athletes and allies of all running paces to their inaugural free run of what the group hopes will be the first of a weekly gathering, mirroring like-minded groups across the US.
Meet at the L&L in Ala Moana Park (1501 Ala Moana Boulevard), close to the Magic Island parking lot and near the bus stops by the Ala Moana Center. After the 3-mile run, socialize a bit with ice cream and shave ice from L&L. For the first gathering, the ice cream and shave ice will be free for all participants.
Queer Run Honolulu will be joined by Queer Run Philadelphia members Bryce Hurst and Josh Fernandez, the Executive Chair of Queer Run Philadelphia, who will help kick off the weekly run group.
Click here to see the route on Strava. For more information click here.

Rainbow Support Circle
2024-12-04 17:30 - 19:00 | LGBTQ+ Center Honolulu, 2270 Kalākaua Ave,suite 1506, Honolulu, 96815, United States
The Rainbow Support Circle provides a nurturing environment for LGBTQIA+/MVPFAFF individuals to explore various mental health topics within a welcoming and empowering group setting, fostering mental well-being through open discussions and mutual understanding. We strive to create a safe space where folks can share their experiences and receive the support they need to navigate their mental health journey with confidence.
About this month’s session: In this session, we’ll discuss the challenges of navigating intimate relationships within the LGBTQIA+/MVPFAFF communities. We’ll explore the impact of relationships on our mental health and well-being as well as opportunities to build connections within our community. This session is for adults 18 and over.
Rainbow Support Circle is free to attend, but an RSVP is required, since the group is limited to 10 participants per month. A waiver will be provided for signature upon arrival for the session.
RSVP for the Rainbow Support Circle here.

ReDefining Care: SAGECare Presents “The Why”
2024-12-05 07:00 - 08:00 | Online
Since is a national advocacy and services organization that’s been looking out for LGBTQ+ elders since 1978. SAGE works to build welcoming communities and keep our issues in the national conversation to ensure a fulfilling future for all LGBTQ+ people.
SAGECare provides LGBTQ+ competency training and consulting on LGBTQ+ aging issues to service providers in the U.S. and internationally, and their webinar series is free to attend. Learn more about SAGE, and register for the webinar.

Volunteer with G4G at the Kaʻimuki Christmas Parade
2024-12-05 16:00 - 20:00
Join Gay For Good Oʻahu and assist with staging and guiding the 2024 Kaʻimuki Christmas Parade. Volunteer tasks will include registering participants in the parade before it begins, staging groups in the correct order, and guiding the groups along the parade route as it proceeds.
Gay For Good Oahu mobilizes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) and ally volunteers to promote diversity, foster inclusion and strengthen ties to the Oʻahu community.
Learn more and register to volunteer.

Call for SGM Resource Directory
2024-12-06 - 2024-12-31 | Online
The Hawaiʻi SGM (Sexual and Gender Minorities) Workgroup is updating their Directory for Hawaiʻi SGM Services. If you and your organization provide affirming care to SGM communities in our state, you can be listed in the directory.
Once reviewed and approved, your listing will be posted in the SGM Healthcare Services Directory on the SGM Resource Hub. This microsite as developed by the Hawaiʻi SGM Workgroup in partnership with the Hawaiʻi Department of Health.
Learn more.

Through December 18: AIDS Memorial Quilts
2024-12-06 - 2024-12-18
Considered the largest community arts project in history, the AIDS Memorial Quilt helps us remember the unique lives of those we’ve lost to HIV/AIDS. Capitol Modern is exhibiting a selection of AIDS Memorial Quilts from Hawaiʻi–on view for the first time in over 20 years– through December 18. Experience stories of resilience and hope through this powerful testament to love, memory, and the activism of those impacted by HIV/AIDS.

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The NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt, often abbreviated to AIDS Memorial Quilt or AIDS Quilt, is a memorial to celebrate the lives of people who have died of AIDS-related causes. It is the largest piece of community folk art in the world, and is currently comprised of more than 50,000 panels. It was conceived in 1985, during the early years of the AIDS pandemic, when social stigma prevented many AIDS victims from receiving funerals. It has been displayed on the Mall in Washington, D.C., several times.
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Learn more about the National AIDS Memorial here.

Visit Capitol Modern on Facebook for more information about the exhibition.

G4G Decorates the Honolulu Zoo for the Holidays
2024-12-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, 96815, United States
Volunteer with Gay For Good Oʻahu and help the zoo staff prep and decorate the zoo for the holidays! For more information, click here.
Gay For Good mobilizes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) and ally volunteers to promote diversity, foster inclusion and strengthen ties to the broader community.

Oʻahu HI Queer Hiking: Kuliʻouʻou Ridge
2024-12-07 09:00 - 14:00 | Kuliʻouʻou Ridge
Are you ready for a fun challenge? Join Oʻahu Queer Hiking to start your December with friends, views, and cardio!
Consistently ranked in the top 10 trails on Oʻahu, the Kuliouou Ridge Trail is located in the eastern part of Oahu near Hawaii Kai. It is about 4.4 miles round trip and takes 3- 4 hours to complete. The trail follows the ridgeline of the Koolau Mountain Range and provides stunning panoramic views and lush vegetation including a peaceful Cook Pine forest.
The hike is considered a moderate challenge, culminating in steep stairs for a real cardio push. The trail can become muddy if there’s rain.
Because this is a residential neighborhood with barely any parking, PLEASE please consider joining a carpool, listed below.
www.tinyurl.com/QHikeCarpool
Meeting spot
https://maps.app.goo.gl/pUyB7chrqdFpJv2i6
Please bring comfortable shoes, at least 2 liters of water, sun protection/hat, insect repellent and snacks. Remember that you want to be present, enjoy the hikes and meet other people, so ideally be sober and no recreational drugs in your system.
Meet us at the entrance to the hike by 9:00 am.
Any questions please contact Glenn at ‭(678) 744-5366‬ or email at oahuqueerhiking@gmail.com.
Learn more.

Kauaʻi Pride Holiday Party
2024-12-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Sheraton Kauaʻi Coconut Beach Resort, 650 Aleka Loop, Kapaʻa, 96746, United States
The holidays are here, and it’s time to celebrate the most fabulous family of all—our chosen family. On December 7 come together with the Kauaʻi Pride ʻohana to sparkle, shine, and lift one another up for a night of joy, love, and unforgettable fun. Featuring Malibu Del Rey, Mal the DJ, Kapache, and more, this all-ages event promises something for everyone, so bring your ʻohana and let’s make it a night to remember.
Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Don’t wait—grab yours now: Holiday Party Tickets. Want to stay the night? Snag the Kaua’i Pride discounted room rate at the Sheraton by December 3rd: Book Your Stay.
Learn more and purchase tickets here.

NGLCC Business Coaching Sessions
2024-12-11 08:00 - 09:00 | Online
NGLCC (the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce) hosts a number of events, seminars and workshops to help LGBTQ+ business owners. Their next webinar, part of the NGLCC x JPMorgan Chase Education Series, will cover:

How to discover capital and networking opportunities
Define supplier diversity and apply those findings to your business
Stand out during the procurement stage and navigate the challenges of government contracting
Access corporate supplier diversity programs for future partnerships
Plan for certification – and use it to your advantage
Nurture your relationships with government organizations and corporate businesses

Learn more and register here.

Registration open: Art for Life Classes at HoMA
2024-12-13 - 2024-12-20 | Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S Beretania St, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Art for Life classes, led by a talented HoMA teaching artist, are tailored for 55+ adults and strive to unleash creativity and self-expression while building a sense of community. After each class, participants have the option of staying in the classroom for a one-hour open studio monitored by a teaching assistant. Each class is an opportunity for self-directed learning and social interaction, and the program culminates in an exhibition at the Art School.
The 2025 Art for Life classes run from Jan 10 – March 15.
Learn more.

LGBTQIA / MVPFAFF+ Scholarships
2024-12-13 - 2025-02-28 | Online
The Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation (HLLF) has launched a new scholarship program to support young LGBTQIA/MVPFAFF+ leaders pursuing post-secondary education. One student will be awarded $2,000 to help achieve their educational aspirations. Applicants must be rooted in HLLF’s vision of hope, equality, unity and service to the betterment of Hawaiʻi and those who live here. High school seniors may apply for the Rainbow Legacy Scholarship at the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation website.
The application deadline is February 28, 2025. Learn more.

Talk Story: LGBTQ+ Māhū Community Memory Site
2024-12-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Capitol Modern: The Hawaiʻi State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel Street, Honolulu, HI, United States
Lei Pua `Ala Queer Histories of Hawaiʻi is seeking input for a LGBTQ+ Māhū Community Memory Site. It will be a place where current & future generations can gather to reflect, mourn and honor those who have been lost to, or suffered from, HIV/AIDS, and other forms of oppression and erasure. It will also celebrate those who survived and bravely paved the way toward a more just and inclusive world for all.
Join the talk story at Capitol Modern on Friday, December 13, from 12-2pm and share ideas to inspire a collective vision. Light lunch and refreshments will be served.
Learn more about Lei Pua ʻAla Queer Histories of Hawaiʻi.
