The 27th Joy of Food and Wine

Friday, September 19, 2025  | 5:00 p.m.
Halekulani  | 2199 Kalia Road, Honolulu, HI 96815
Complimentary Valet Parking | Cocktail Attire

Join us for REHAB Foundation’s 27th The Joy of Food and Wine for an unforgettable evening that brings our community together in support of REHAB Hospital of the Pacific (REHAB). 

Enjoy a thoughtfully curated culinary experience featuring the talents of Chef Jason Peel and Chef Beverly Luk of Nami Kaze Hawaii, known for their innovative use of local ingredients and Japanese-inspired cuisine. Savor expertly paired wines from Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, and hors d’oeuvres crafted by Chef Kealoha Domingo of Nui Kealoha.


Our Online Silent Auction is Now LIVE!

Your participation helps support REHAB’s mission. Whether you’ll be with us in person or celebrating from afar, we’d love for you to join in this year’s online silent auction. 
Bid on exclusive getaways, fine dining experiences to one-of-a-kind items and local favorites—all  proceeds support REHAB Hospital of the Pacific.

All bidding is mobile-friendly, so you can participate, from anywhere.

 

Auction closes on September 19, 2025 at 7:45 PM HST Time—don’t miss your chance to take home something special while making a meaningful impact.

Please note: The majority of auction items are available to all participants; however, select categories are reserved just for event attendees.
Restrictions may apply, please see terms and conditions regarding restrictions and shipping on auction site home page.


Event Highlights

Live music by Nā Hōkū Hanohano award-winning Honolulu Jazz Quartet and Cellist Joshua Nakazawa

Silent Auction, Raise the Paddle, and Live Auction

A powerful story from stroke survivor Rodney “George” Kam


We extend our deepest gratitude to our returning Title Sponsors Stanford and Kathy Carr and Clyde and Holly Kaneshiro, whose continued support helps us bring this incredible event to life. A special mahalo to our Event Chair, Dr. Laurie Tom, for her dedication and leadership in making this special evening possible year over year.

 

All proceeds from the evening will directly support REHAB Foundation’s mission to Rebuild Lives, Together – enhancing patient outcomes and advancing the future of rehabilitative care across Hawaii and the Pacific.


Other Ways To Donate

Can’t attend? You can still make an impact through one of the following ways!

 

To participate in our auction or to learn more about the event, please contact Kara Yoshiyama by phone at (808) 566-3451 or by email at kara.yoshiyama@rehabhospital.org.


Mahalo to Our Sponsors

 

Title Sponsors

Stanford & Kathy Carr and Clyde & Holly Kaneshiro

 

Platinum Sponsor

Dr. Thomas & Mi Kosasa

 

Gold Sponsor

Stephen & Gloria Gainsley
Janice Luke Loo and Jaclyn Loo

 

Silver Sponsors

Anonymous 
Hosoda Law Group / Meheula Law, LLLC
Larry Johnson
The Kubota Foundation
Stanley Young

 

Culinary Partners

 

Wine Partner

 

Event Partners

Centerpieces designed by Kathleen Yoshinaga

 

Additional Support provided by

Dura Constructors, LLC
Adelia Dung
Sayuri & Ian Frost
Heidi Ho
JN Group, Inc 
Kara Kitazaki-Chun
Mitch Kysar
Rhona Lubomirski
Wendy Manuel
Stephanie Naldony
Dr. Shari Ann Oshiro
Francis Celis Perrott
Robison Family Foundation
Mario Rodriguez
Dale Ruff
Charles B. Salmon Jr
LeeAnne Sera
Glenn & Margie Sexton
Mike & Akane Shimoko
Patrick & Jan Sullivan
Karen Tom
Dr. Laurie Tom 
Sherly Vuillemot
Voya Financial Advisors, Inc.

 

REHAB Hospital of the Pacific is Hawaii's only independent Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF).