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SUMMARY:Application Open for HTA Maui Community Tourism Collaboratives
DESCRIPTION:Location: Maui\n\n \n\nDate: May 8\, 2026 – June 8\, 2026\n\n \n\nApplications are now open for the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s 2026 Community Tourism Collaborative (CTC) programs\, supporting Maui-based organizations advancing community stewardship and regenerative visitor experiences. Programs will run from July through October 2026.\n\n \n\nApplications must be submitted online at regenerativetourismhawaii.info. The deadline to apply is June 8\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. HST.\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\nThe Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) invites eligible Maui organizations to apply for its Community Stewardship (CTC‑CS) and Regenerative Experiences (CTC‑RE) cohorts. These programs strengthen how small businesses and nonprofits host visitors while protecting cultural and natural resources and supporting community well‑being.\n\n \n\nParticipation in the 2026 cohorts is limited to Maui-based applicants as part of HTA’s focused investment in the island’s ongoing recovery from the COVID‑19 pandemic\, the 2023 fires\, and recent Kona low storm impacts.  Concentrating resources on Maui enables more targeted\, place-based support while advancing a regenerative\, ʻāina-centered visitor economy as part of the island’s rebuilding process.\n\n \n\nHTA is accepting applications for the following programs:\n\n \n\nCommunity Stewardship Program (CTC‑CS): Supports Maui-based nonprofit organizations caring for ʻāina and exploring visitor engagement through voluntourism or managed access. Over four months\, participants strengthen their ability to host visitors in ways that advance long-term stewardship\, including entry systems\, on-site engagement\, and facilitation. Learn more: https://www.regenerativetourismhawaii.info/community-stewardship-2026\n\n \n\nRegenerative Experiences Program (CTC‑RE): Supports Maui-based businesses and nonprofits developing or refining visitor experiences grounded in place\, culture\, and community. Participants will shape how visitors are welcomed\, engaged\, and guided\, ensuring experiences foster meaningful connection and contribute positively to community\, culture\, and ʻāina. The program includes developing an experience concept\, draft plan\, budget\, and pathway for piloting. Learn more: https://www.regenerativetourismhawaii.info/regenerative-experiences-2026\n\n \n\nTo assist prospective applicants\, HTA and program partners will host virtual information sessions on Friday\, May 15\, 2026:\n\n \n\n 	CTC‑CS Information Session: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (Zoom)\n \n 	CTC‑RE Information Session: 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. (Zoom)\n\n \n\n 
URL:https://hta.hawaii.gov/event/application-open-for-hta-maui-community-tourism-collaboratives/
LOCATION:Hawaiʻi
CATEGORIES:Maui
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SUMMARY:HTA Community Partnership Programs Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:Location: To join\, please visit kilohana.com/umeke \n\n\n\nDate: Apr 16\, 2026 | 3:00 PM HST – 4:00 PM HST \n\n\n\nThe Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) invites eligible organizations to submit proposals for its Signature Events\, Community Enrichment Program and Kūkulu Ola initiatives\, which support major festivals and sporting events\, community‑driven experiences and programs that preserve and perpetuate Native Hawaiian culture. \n\n\n\nOnline applications are now open for projects scheduled to take place between July and December 2026. \n\n\n\nTo assist prospective applicants\, HTA will host a virtual community information session on Thursday\, April 16\, from 3-4 p.m. The session will cover details about each program\, funding levels\, the application process and tips for creating a strong proposal. \n\n\n\nProposals must be submitted through HTA’s ‘Umeke portal\, which is administered by Kilohana. For detailed program descriptions\, application requirements and the link to attend the virtual session\, visit kilohana.com/umeke.
URL:https://hta.hawaii.gov/event/hta-community-partnership-programs-informational-session/
LOCATION:Hawaiʻi
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
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SUMMARY:Hawaiʻi Tourism Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n2026 Hawaiʻi Tourism Conference  \n\n\n \nThursday\, September 24 & Friday\, September 25\, 2026 \n\n\n \nHilton Hawaiian Village Waikīkī Beach Resort – Honolulu\, Hawaiʻi \n\n\n \nPresented by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority \n  \n\n\n\nThe Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority is proud to present the 2026 Hawaiʻi Tourism Conference\, the premier gathering of visitor industry\, community\, and government partners to shape the future of tourism in Hawai‘i. Over two days\, we will explore the forces shaping our industry and work together to strengthen its long‑term resilience\, vitality\, and capacity to enhance both visitor experiences and resident quality of life. \n\n\n\nKe Kahu o Ka Mālamalama\,  Guardians of the Light: Honoring Our Stories\, Advancing Knowledge\, Inspiring a Path Forward  \n\n\n\nThis year’s conference theme invites us to reflect on the responsibility we share as caretakers of Hawaiʻi’s visitor industry and the communities it touches. This theme recognizes the light carried in our histories\, cultural values\, and collective wisdom—and the importance of protecting and elevating that light through collaboration\, data‑informed planning\, and regenerative practices. As we collectively build a better\, more resilient visitor destination together\, we honor the stories that shape us\, leverage knowledge to guide us\, and illuminate a path toward a sustainable future for all who call Hawaiʻi home and all who come to experience its beauty. \n  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n  \nInterested in partnering with us? Explore Conference sponsorship opportunities here. \n\n\n\nBook a hotel room at the Hilton Hawaiian Village at our special conference rate here. Hotel reservation deadline is August 24\, 2026.
URL:https://hta.hawaii.gov/event/hawai%ca%bbi-tourism-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort\, Honolulu\, Hawaiʻi
CATEGORIES:Conference,Oʻahu
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