Community Golf Event for Mauiʻs Keiki & ʻOhana
Golf Tournament & Fundraiser
Sunday, 03/1/26
March 1, 2026 at
Mākena Golf & Beach Club
Start Time: Noon
Format: Scramble
This tournament is to honor local organizations, Maui Youth & Family Services and Friends of the Childrenʻs Justice Center of Maui, for their efforts to care for Mauiʻs keiki and ʻohana.
Our intention for this gathering is to come together in care, grounded in knowing, aia ke ola i ka mālama, there is health and well-being in care.
All proceeds will directly benefit Maui Youth & Family Services and Friends of the Childrenʻs Justice Center of Mauiʻs efforts to care for Mauiʻs keiki and ʻohana.
Friends of the Childrenʻs Justice Center of Maui
The Friends of the Children’s Justice Center of Maui (FCJC) is a private, non-profit corporation, founded in 1989 by a non-partisan group of community and business leaders concerned with the social welfare of children and families who have been traumatized by abuse and severe neglect.
Their mission is to provide support for the healing of abused and neglected children, promote prevention of child abuse and neglect, and provide assistance to the Childrenʻs Justice Center of Maui.
“The Friends of the Children’s Justice Center play an essential role in restoring hope for Maui’s keiki, and we are deeply grateful to partners who stand with us in that mission. Makena Golf & Beach Club’s commitment to hosting this tournament reflects a profound belief and commitment in protecting our children and strengthening our community. Their compassion and generosity help ensure that every child who has experienced trauma is met with dignity, safety, and the resources they need to heal.” Paul Tonnessen, Executive Director, Friends of the Children’s Justice Center of Maui
Maui Youth & Family Services
Maui Youth & Family Services (MYFS) is a nonprofit organization established in 1978 to support at-risk youth and their families on Maui. Originally founded by the county as a residential shelter, it was incorporated as a private non-profit agency in 1982. It provides various behavioral health and community-based programs.
For over 40 years, Maui Youth & Family Services has provided vital resources to empower youth challenged with behavioral health issues to become responsible, self-fulfilled, and contributing members of the community.
"Maui Youth and Family Services provides residential services to youth and young adults who do not have a safe place to live. Our shelters are aged and in need of fresh paint to brighten up the campus. Any funds received will pay for the painting of our three shelter homes."
The Plants that Gather Us
Friends of the Childrenʻs Justice Center of Maui
The ‘a‘ali‘i shrub (Dodonaea viscosa) reflects the work of organizations like the Friends of the Children’s Justice Center of Maui. As a native plant known for its resilience and ability to withstand high winds and drought, it symbolizes strength, adaptability, and the ability to thrive despite challenges.
Maui Youth & Family Services
The 'ulu represents the resiliency of youth and our desire for them to have nourishment, security, and abundance for their lifetime. MYFS services sustain, nurture, and stabilize youth who have experienced serious challenges during tender times of development.