The Hawai`i Cultural Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to perpetuating Hawaiian culture outside of Hawai`i. HCF develops programs that create a deeper understanding of ancient and contemporary Hawaiian traditions, and strives to strengthen a community of people who share a common ancestry, background or interest in Hawai`i.To further this mission, HCF has adopted the following goals: Cultural Perpetuation: To practice and preserve Hawaiian traditions, arts and values. Educational Outreach: To present information on Hawaiian culture and increase awareness of issues facing Hawai`i, the native Hawaiian population, and the Hawai`i mainland community. Community Building: To support a community around Hawaiian activities and explore matters of concern to the Hawaiian mainland community. Partnership Development: To build partnerships with educational, cultural and regional Hawai`i civic organizations based in Hawai`i and throughout the country.