Maui Economic Opportunity’s 2026 Gala, which honors state Sen. Troy
Hashimoto, is sold out.
“We thank the generosity of businesses and individuals in the community for
supporting our largest fundraiser of 2026,” said CEO Debbie Cabebe. “Given
the uncertainties over federal funding, the money raised from the 2026 Gala
will help us maintain our programs and support people in need in Maui
County.”
The 2026 Gala is set for Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the King Kamehameha
Golf Club.
Atlas Insurance and Highridge Costa headline the sponsorships at the
Sustainer level. The other sponsors are:
Partner Sponsor: Hawaii Medical Services Association (HMSA).
Advocate Sponsors: AlohaCare, Bank of Hawaii, Bayer Hawaii, First Hawaiian
Bank, Goodfellow Brothers, Hawaiian Electric, Hawaii Petroleum,
International Longshore & Warehouse Union (ILWU), Maui Soda & Ice Works.
Supporter Sponsors: Alexander & Baldwin, Equitable, Hale Mahaolu, Hale
Makua, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1186,
John & Jean Min Trust, Maui Health, Munekiyo Hiraga, Soderholm Bus &
Mobility, SR Partners.
`Ohana Sponsor: Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB).
Venue Sponsor: Lloyd Sodetani.
Other Donors: Friends of Troy Hashimoto.
While seating is full, donations are being accepted, as well as auction
items. Go to www.meoinc.org and click on the “Donate” button. For more
information, contact Executive Assistant Lauren Amano at (808) 243-4306.

State Sen. Troy Hashimoto (right), shown at Maui Economic Opportunity’s
2025 Gala in March, will be honored at MEO’s 2026 Gala on March 28, 2026,
at the King Kamehameha Golf Club. MEO announced that the 2026 Gala is sold out. Shown with Hashimoto are state Rep. Tyson Miyake and MEO CEO Debbie
Cabebe.

