Everyone Can Join the Zonta Mission
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In 2019, in recognition of Zonta International's Centennial Celebration and honoring of 100 years of service, proclamations were presented by Mayor Derek Kawakami, County Council Members Mason Chock and Felicia Cowden and Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard's office. 
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The Zonta Club of Kaua'i members are committed to serving the community and participate in a number of projects and events each year. We work in partnership with several organizations in order to provide resources and manpower to numerous causes here locally and globally. We also advocate for those in need and with your monetary and other support, we are able to provide material and financial assistance to women and children as well as families who are survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence and homelessness. With your support, the Zonta Club of Kaua'i awards grants to organizations like the YWCA, Malama Pono, United Way, the Kaua'i Independent Food Bank and more! Through our annual fundraisers, with your generous support, we are also able to award several annual scholarships to women who wish to pursue higher education and advance their status in society as well as to families in need every year with our Christmas Fund. Although our membership is by invitation only, please feel to reach out to us if you are interested in becoming a member or are interested in partnering with us for your next community service project. We are happy to serve! |
Find out more about Membership here: Membership
Connect with us on social media! We are on Facebook & Instagram
Email us: The Zonta Club of Kaua'i Foundation
To learn more about our Scholarship Program click here: Scholarships
To learn more about our Fundraising efforts click here: Fundraising
Sharing the Mission Around the World:
Global Advocacy Campaigns
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National Denim Day
Wear DENIM to bring awareness & use the hashtag #DenimDay when you share!
Denim Day was originally triggered by a ruling from the Italian Supreme Court when a rape conviction was overturned because the justices held that since the victim was wearing tight jeans, she must have helped the rapist remove her jeans thereby implying consent. Women of the Italian Parliament protested the decision by wearing jeans at work. On Wednesday, April 24, 2019, the Zonta Clubs of Kaua'i and the North Shore observed Denim Day, and gathered together in Lihue where Mayor Derek Kawakami presented a National Denim Day Proclamation at the Civic Center. In 2020, Zonta members led a virtual campaign through social media. Each year on Denim Day, women wear denim with a purpose to support survivors, and to educate others about sexual assault. No matter what, clothing is never an excuse for sexual assault. #DenimDay Equal Pay Day
Wear RED to symbolize how far women & minorities are "in the red" with their pay & share using the #EqualPayDay hashtag!
Equal Pay Day was originated by the National Committee on Pay Equity (NCPE) in 1996 as a public awareness event to illustrate the gap between men's and women's wages. Because women earn less, on average, than men, they must work longer for the same amount of pay. The wage gap is even greater for most women of color. On April 10, 2018, a rally to raise awareness was led by members of the Zonta Club of Kaua'i. Mayor Bernard Carvalho and members of the County Council issued an Equal Pay Day Proclamation. Read The Garden Island Newspaper feature HERE. Women's Right to Vote:
100 Year Celebration of the Ratification of the 19th Amendment Celebrating Women of Leadership & Courage, join virtually by using #100YearsWomensSuffrage #19thAmendment hashtags!
Suffragettes fought to win Women's right to vote, until on August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was ratified. Today, we honor the women of yesterday in a celebration of women empowerment, by exercising our right to vote and coming together to remember those who fought before us. On August 18, 2020 our Zonta Club of Kaua'i volunteered with AAUW Kaua'i, YWCA & the Zonta Club of Hanalei to display a colorful array of resource tables, photography, art and entertainment. See the feature in The Garden Island Newspaper HERE and on Zonta International newsletter HERE! ZONTA SAYS NO!
16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM & HUMAN RIGHTS DAY Join the cause virtually: Wednesday, November 25th through December 10th, 2020 & use #ZontaSaysNo #16Days when you share!
Envision a world where no woman lives in fear of violence. Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women is a global campaign through which Zonta clubs and districts advocate to prevent and end violence against women and girls in their local communities and around the world. During the 16 Days of Activism from November 25th through December 10th, 2020, all Zonta clubs and districts are encouraged to take part in the Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women campaign and to take local, national and international actions to influence the making and implementation of laws, as well as changing gender-based attitudes and behaviors to end violence against women. On the 10th of December we observe Human Rights Day. |
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Help Zonta & UNICEF Stop Child Marriages!
The Zonta USA Caucus is excited to announce the launch of a national Public Service Announcement (PSA) billboard campaign to stop child marriages in the United States, in partnership with UNICEF USA.
How can you support this important cause? Increase awareness of child marriage in the United States and encourage legislators in your state to pass legislation that prohibits marriage under the age of 18 with no exceptions. Visit stopchildmarriages.org & talk to members in your community, contact legislation and share on social media
We recognize that there are a lot of stresses and uncertainty with the global COVID-19 pandemic; however, we also know that actions like ours are needed even more in times of crises. We hope that you can find some time while you are at home to connect with your fellow community leaders and members and be creative in finding ways to support the campaign and ensure its success.
Thank you in advance for your support! Together, we can stop child marriages in the United States.
The Zonta USA Caucus is excited to announce the launch of a national Public Service Announcement (PSA) billboard campaign to stop child marriages in the United States, in partnership with UNICEF USA.
How can you support this important cause? Increase awareness of child marriage in the United States and encourage legislators in your state to pass legislation that prohibits marriage under the age of 18 with no exceptions. Visit stopchildmarriages.org & talk to members in your community, contact legislation and share on social media
We recognize that there are a lot of stresses and uncertainty with the global COVID-19 pandemic; however, we also know that actions like ours are needed even more in times of crises. We hope that you can find some time while you are at home to connect with your fellow community leaders and members and be creative in finding ways to support the campaign and ensure its success.
Thank you in advance for your support! Together, we can stop child marriages in the United States.
Upcoming Events
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Kachi Kachi Dance Fundraiser
POSTPONED (Date to be Determined) Saturday, May 16, 2020 Purchase Tickets Online Here! Join Zonta Club of Kaua'i on May 16, 2020! Music by Wally Rita & Los Kauaianos Samba Lessons by Morgan Peters Starting at 6:30pm Line Dance Exhibitions by Jeffrey Callejo & Auntie Vernie Authentic Pasteles, Gandule Rice & Codfish Salad by Anita “Nena” Castillo Available for Purchase Koloa Neighborhood Center Saturday, May 16, 2020 7:00pm - 10:00pm Seniors (60+) $15 / Pre-Sale $20 / General Admission $25 For Sales Contact JEANETTE (808) 332-5654 or any Zonta Member |
