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2026 Race for the Reef 5k
Saturday, April 25th
365 Hawai‘i Island Community Fund presents the 4th Annual Race for the Reef, a 5k community run/walk dedicated to protecting our nearshore reefs, improving ocean health, and uplifting community-led stewardship efforts that mālama ʻāina and kai for future generations. This event brings together families, students, scientists, cultural practitioners, and local businesses who believe that caring for our reefs requires both awareness and action.
Donations & Proceeds Support
The Kohala Center’s ReefTeach Mineral Sunscreen Dispenser Program — promoting reef-safe sunscreen use at Kahaluʻu Bay
ʻĀkoʻakoʻa Reef Restoration Program — dedicated to restoring Hawaiʻi’s native coral populations
Ocean Defender’s Alliance — working to protect Hawaiʻi’s marine environment through education and action
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This 5k run/walk is family friendly and entirely on pavement.
Unable to attend but still want to provide support?
We welcome donations through our site.
Mahalo nui loa for your kōkua!
RACE PACKETS are available for pickup from 3-6 PM on April 24th at the Ridge to Reef Restoration Center lanai located at 73-4485 Kahilihili St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740.
Race day PARKING is available along Kahilihili St north of Makako Bay Dr.
ʻĀkoʻakoʻa is providing coral nursery tours from 8:30-10:30 AM. There will be four 20 minute tours.