Mahalo to everyone who joined us for the 27th annual The Joy of Food and Wine!
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, this year’s event was completely sold out—and an overwhelming success. Together, we raised over $440,000 in critical funds to support REHAB Hospital of the Pacific. All proceeds from the event will help transform lives and restore hope for individuals on their journey to recovery.
Held at the elegant Halekulani, the evening brought together community, cuisine, and compassion in support of REHAB Hospital of the Pacific.
Guests enjoyed an unforgettable culinary experience curated by Chef Jason Peel and Chef Beverly Luk of Nami Kaze Hawaii, perfectly paired with selections from Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, and special hors d’oeuvres by Chef Kealoha Domingo of Nui Kealoha.
The evening also featured captivating performances by Nā Hōkū Hanohano award-winning Honolulu Jazz Quartet and cellist Joshua Nakazawa.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in the Silent Auction, Raise the Paddle, and Live Auction—your contributions make a real difference.
A Powerful Story of Resilience
One of the evening’s most moving moments was the debut of a special patient video, sharing the inspiring recovery journey of stroke survivor Rodney “George” Kam.
Watch George's story and feel the impact of your support firsthand – now available below.
Relive the magic – View the event photo gallery here.
With Gratitude
We are deeply grateful to our returning Title Sponsors, Stanford and Kathy Carr and Clyde and Holly Kaneshiro, for their steadfast support.
A special mahalo to our dedicated Event Chair, Dr. Laurie Tom, whose leadership and vision continue to bring this event to life year after year.
You Can Still Make an Impact
Couldn’t make it this year? You can still support REHAB Foundation’s mission.
and help us continue rebuilding lives across our community.
From all of us at REHAB Foundation, thank you for standing with us. We can’t wait to welcome you back next year!
To learn more about underwriting opportunities, please contact Jennifer Onishi by phone at (808) 544-3387 or by email at jennifer.onishi@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.
Mahalo to our Donors
Alaska Airlines
‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
ALOHA Collection
Anonymous
Bishop Museum
Neill & Liz Char
Corepower Yoga Ward
Will Crowley
Diamond Head Theatre
Duke’s Waikiki
Element One Designs
Embassy Suites by Hilton Oahu Kapolei
Espacio Mugen Restaurant
Fantesca Estate and Winery
Fujioka’s Wine Times
Hawaiian Airlines
Kamea Hadar
Halekulani
Hawai’i Ceramic Supply & Studio
Hawai’i Food & Wine Festival
Hawai’i International Film Festival
Hawai’i Theatre Center
Honolulu Theatre for Youth
Island Insurance
J. Dolan’s Restaurants
J Salon
Kualoa Ranch & Private Nature Reserve
Kyo-ya Hotels & Resorts
Mitch Kysar
Dr. John Lederer
Lynne Kimoto Madden
Gordon Mau
George Mavrothalassitis
McKinley Car Wash
Morton’s The Steakhouse
MW Restaurant
Mutual Publishing
Nami Kaze Hawaii
Prince Waikiki
Pure Joy Day Spa
Hilton & Kathy Raethel
Roy’s Hawaii Kai
Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC)
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Sodexo Healthcare
Tea at 1024
The Kahala Hotel & Resort
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach
The Surfing Sensei
Three Sticks Wines
Dr. Laurie Tom
Tom Eddy Wines
Don & Kris Thompson
Wailea Beach Resort
Wailea Golf Club
Wayfinder Waikiki
Wet’N’Wild
Buzz & Kitty Wo
Jasper Wong
Vernon Wong
Zippy’s Restaurants
Mahalo Nui Loa
We are deeply grateful to our invaluable partners: Warren Shon, Chef Jason Peel, Chef Beverly Luk, Chef Kealoha Domingo, Chef Shaden Sato, Ms. Sayaka Inoue, and Mr. Davide Barnes — your talents and contributions have truly elevated this evening. To our beloved emcees, Kim Gennaula and Guy Hagi, and our dynamic auctioneer, Eric Schiff — mahalo for sharing your time, energy, and aloha with us.
Special thanks to our amazing REHAB staff and volunteers — your heart, dedication, and effort are the foundation of this event’s success.
Mahalo for supporting REHAB Foundation’s 27th The Joy of Food and Wine – it’s only with the support of our community that REHAB can continue to enhance patient outcomes and advance the future of rehabilitative care across Hawai‘i and the Pacific.