Showcasing the Power of Community with Operation: Rising Star 2023
December 20, 2023
On December 17, 2023, Hōkūala held the 2nd annual Operation: Rising Star Golf Tournament in support of Folds of Honor. Timbers Kaua‘i, Hōkūala, and The Ocean Course at Hōkūala are proud to be part of a vibrant ‘ohana and we are thankful for the immense support shown by this community.
This year, thanks to our generous sponsors, local businesses, and personal donors, Operation: Rising Star has raised nearly $100,000, funding 20 educational scholarships. All of these proceeds benefit Folds of Honor recipients throughout Hawai‘i.
Stand with Us
While 2023’s tournament has concluded, Operation: Rising Star is gratefully accepting any additional monetary donations to benefit Folds of Honor scholarship recipients throughout Hawai‘i. Join the mission.
We are humbled and honored to host Folds of Honor founder and CEO, Lt Col Dan Rooney, who attended and participated in Operation: Rising Star. Lt Col Rooney’s words and presence is a true testament to the Folds of Honor commitment and dedication to the communities they support.
Since its inception in 2007, Folds of Honor has awarded over 51,000 scholarships with 45% of all awarded representing minority recipients.
Mahalo to 2023 Sponsors
The Ultimate Wingman
Private Donor
Scholar Sponsors Odom Hawai‘i Grove Farm Foundation Timbers Kaua‘i Timbers Resorts Voyager Construction North Shore Preserve |
Monetary & In-Kind Donations Royal Sonesta Airborne Aviation Pacific Media Group DMAP Title Guaranty Imanaka Asato Shioi Construction Koloa Rum |
Auction Sponsors Timbers Kaua‘i Hoakalei Country Club Kohanaiki Nanea Grand Hyatt Kukui‘ula Shelter Lodge Todd Allsberry Holoholo Charters Kipu Ranch Adventures Blue Dolphin Charters Cliffs Club Royal Sonesta Kauaʻi ATV |
Auction Sponsors Air Kauaʻi Na Pali Kayak Callaway 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay Springhill Suites by Marriott Seattle TS Restaurants Koloa Landing Captain J’s Kaua‘i Offshore Adventures Callaway Yeti Mid Pacific Country Club MCS Grill Kalaheo Cafe Safeway University of Hawaiʻi |