ALOHA for Life Fun Run: A step towards change!
- Date Sat 18th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM HST
- Location Kilauea, Hawaii
- Price $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the ALOHA for Life Fun Run on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in beautiful Kilauea, Kauai! This uplifting 5K community event is not just about running or walking; it's a heartfelt step towards change, dedicated to raising awareness about youth mental health on our island. Together, we will honor our community by addressing the pressing challenges faced by Kauai teens, including the alarming rise in youth depression and suicide.
The ALOHA for Life Fun Run aims to break the silence surrounding mental health issues while fueling hope through the launch of the Hope Fund. This initiative provides local teens with immediate support through therapy, fitness programs, and creative outlets. Expect a day filled with inspiration, including a wellness expo featuring fitness, art, and healthy living demonstrations, as well as powerful speakers sharing stories of resilience. By participating, you directly support Kauai youth and help create an environment where every young person feels connected and supported. Let's come together to make a difference on October 18th!
The ALOHA for Life Fun Run aims to break the silence surrounding mental health issues while fueling hope through the launch of the Hope Fund. This initiative provides local teens with immediate support through therapy, fitness programs, and creative outlets. Expect a day filled with inspiration, including a wellness expo featuring fitness, art, and healthy living demonstrations, as well as powerful speakers sharing stories of resilience. By participating, you directly support Kauai youth and help create an environment where every young person feels connected and supported. Let's come together to make a difference on October 18th!
Organiser's Description
Aloha for Life Run Kauai
Walk. Run. Heal. Hope.
We invite you to join us for the Aloha for Life Run, a 5K community event dedicated to raising awareness about youth mental health here on Kauai.
This isnt just about the miles its about showing up for our island, for our keiki, and for one another. Together, we will:
Honor our community by recognizing the real challenges facing Kauai teens.
Raise awareness about the alarming rise in youth depression, self-harm, and suicide.
Break the silence and stigma by encouraging open conversations about mental health.
Fuel hope by directly funding the launch of the Hope Fund a program that provides immediate support for local teens through therapy, fitness, cultural practices, and creative outlets.
Why It Matters on Kauai
1 in 3 Kauai high school students report feeling persistently sad or hopeless.
1 in 11 teens on our island attempts suicide each year.
Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death for Hawaii youth ages 1524.
These numbers arent just statistics they represent friends, classmates, teammates, and 'ohana right here in our community.
What to Expect
5K Walk/Run: Open to all ages and abilities
Wellness Expo: Fitness, art, cultural healing, and healthy living demos
Speakers: Stories of hope, resilience, and resources for support
Resource Booths: Crisis line cards, counseling information, and local organizations ready to help
Be Part of the Movement
Your registration directly supports Kauai youth. By walking or running, youre helping fund therapy sessions, fitness programs, and outlets that give our kids hope and healing.
Join us to create a Kauai where no young person feels alone.
[ Register Now ]
Walk. Run. Heal. Hope.
We invite you to join us for the Aloha for Life Run, a 5K community event dedicated to raising awareness about youth mental health here on Kauai.
This isnt just about the miles its about showing up for our island, for our keiki, and for one another. Together, we will:
Honor our community by recognizing the real challenges facing Kauai teens.
Raise awareness about the alarming rise in youth depression, self-harm, and suicide.
Break the silence and stigma by encouraging open conversations about mental health.
Fuel hope by directly funding the launch of the Hope Fund a program that provides immediate support for local teens through therapy, fitness, cultural practices, and creative outlets.
Why It Matters on Kauai
1 in 3 Kauai high school students report feeling persistently sad or hopeless.
1 in 11 teens on our island attempts suicide each year.
Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death for Hawaii youth ages 1524.
These numbers arent just statistics they represent friends, classmates, teammates, and 'ohana right here in our community.
What to Expect
5K Walk/Run: Open to all ages and abilities
Wellness Expo: Fitness, art, cultural healing, and healthy living demos
Speakers: Stories of hope, resilience, and resources for support
Resource Booths: Crisis line cards, counseling information, and local organizations ready to help
Be Part of the Movement
Your registration directly supports Kauai youth. By walking or running, youre helping fund therapy sessions, fitness programs, and outlets that give our kids hope and healing.
Join us to create a Kauai where no young person feels alone.
[ Register Now ]
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4900 Kuawa Rd, Kilauea, 96754, HI, United States
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