The annual fundraiser returns September 6-8 at participating locations around Oahu and
September 4-14 on neighbor islands
Next month, volunteer, off-duty, law enforcement officers are set to take
their community spirit to new heights during Special Olympics Hawaii’s annual Badges and
Buckets fundraiser. The event will take place:
● Molokai: September 4-6
● Hilo, Kauai & Maui: September 5-7
● Kona & Oahu: September 6-8
● Lanai: September 13-14
During the event volunteer, off-duty, law enforcement officers will be stationed on 10-foot
scaffolds and rooftops across the state, raising awareness and funds for Special Olympics
Hawaii. On-the-ground volunteers will also collect donations and keep the excitement going
for shoppers and supporters.
“Our athletes inspire us every day with their determination, courage, and unwavering
spirit,” said Special Olympics Hawaii’s President and CEO, Dan Epstein. “The Badges and
Buckets fundraiser is a powerful reminder of the incredible community we have here in
Hawaii – one that stands tall in support of those who deserve every opportunity to shine.
We appreciate the commitment of our volunteer officers and their generosity to come
together year after year to lift our athletes to new heights.”
Badges and Buckets locations on Oahu include:
● Enchanted Lake Shopping Center
● Hawaii Kai Shopping Center
● Kaneohe Bay Shopping Center
● Kapolei Walmart
● Keeaumoku Sam’s Club
● Keeaumoku Walmart
● Kunia Walmart
● Laulani Village Shopping Center
● Manoa Marketplace
● Mililani Walmart
● Pearl City Walmart
● Salt Lake Shopping Center
● Waimalu Plaza
Donations collected from Badges and Buckets directly benefit Special Olympics Hawaii and
its work to provide sports, health and wellness, leadership, and inclusionary programs for
children and adults with intellectual disabilities year-round. Since 2001, the fundraiser has
raised more than $4,391,220 for Special Olympics Hawaii athletes statewide.
“Our volunteer officers are proud to ‘rise to the occasion’ once again for Special Olympics
Hawaii,” said State Law Enforcement Torch Run Director, Ryan Nishibun. “Every hour we
spend on that scaffolding is a small gesture compared to the strength and perseverance our
athletes show every day. We encourage everyone to come out, say hello, and help us make
this year’s event the most successful yet.”
For more information on Special Olympics Hawaii, please visit sohawaii.org. Special
Olympics Hawaii is also on Twitter at twitter.com/sohawaii, on Facebook at
facebook.com/SpecialOlympicsHawaii, and on Instagram at instagram.com/sohawaii.
About Special Olympics Hawaii
Special Olympics is a global movement that unleashes the human spirit through the transformative
power and joy of sports, every day around the world. Through programming in sports, health,
education and community building, Special Olympics is changing the lives of people with
intellectual disabilities solving the global injustice, isolation, intolerance, and inactivity they face.
Founded in 1968, Special Olympics Hawaii has grown and now serves over 6,000 athletes and
Unified partners across the State of Hawaii. Through the unwavering commitment of 10,000
volunteers, along with community supporters, corporate partners and foundations, Special
Olympics Hawaii delivers 10 Olympic-type sports and over 50 competitions, hundreds of health
screenings, and inclusive programming in more than 70 schools annually.
There is never a fee to any athlete or family to participate in Special Olympics programs. Engage
with us on: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Learn more at www.sohawaii.or
Photo and video credit: Special Olympics Hawaii
