Registration Opens February 23 for Kaukau 4 Keiki, Hawaiʻi Island’s Largest Summer Meal Program for Children
Registration Opens February 23 for Kaukau 4 Keiki, Hawaiʻi Island’s Largest Summer Meal Program for Children
HAWAIʻI ISLAND — Vibrant Hawaiʻi announced today that online registration for Kaukau 4 Keiki, the island’s largest community-based summer meal program, will open February 23 at 6:00 a.m. and close March 1 at 11:59 p.m.
Since 2021, Kaukau 4 Keiki has provided thousands of healthy, locally sourced meals to keiki across Hawaiʻi County by partnering with trusted community organizations, churches, and neighborhood distribution sites. Meals are distributed close to home, reducing travel burdens for ʻohana while supporting local producers and community-led solutions.
Who is Eligible:
Children ages 18 and under, and individuals age 19 and over who are enrolled in a school program for persons with disabilities, are eligible to participate. Participants may not be enrolled in another USDA summer meal program, such as DOE Summer Meals.
How to Register:
Families may register online beginning Monday, February 23 at 6:00 a.m. at www.vibranthawaii.org/kaukau4keiki. One application must be submitted per child. A valid cell phone number and residential zip code are required to complete the application. Registration IS NOT an indication that your child is confirmed to participate.
Following registration, Vibrant Hawaiʻi will recruit and confirm distribution site partners based on demand by zip code. Registered keiki will be assigned to a distribution site within their residential area, ensuring equitable access across the island. Participation confirmation along with distribution location, day, and time will be sent June 1st, 2026 via text message. Kaukau 4 Keiki is a 6-week program that begins the week of Monday, June 22 and will conclude the week ending Friday, July 31, 2026.
For more information about Kaukau 4 Keiki, registration details, or program updates, visit www.vibranthawaii.org/kaukau4keiki , follow @VibrantHawaii on social media, or email k4k@vibranthawaii.org. Vibrant Hawaiʻi is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
