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Hana Akamai Foundation

Hana Akamai Foundation helps new Hawaii vendors land prime local sales spots.

We match your business with active pop-up market organizers and local retail spots across the islands so you can make steady sales.

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The Problem

Why most new food vendors struggle to get seen

"I spent three weeks preparing my product, submitted four market applications, paid $150 in fee deposits, and never got a single response back."
What it costs you right now: You waste hundreds of dollars on unsold perishable food stock while sitting on market waitlists for months.
The Solution & Pricing

How it works in 3 simple steps

Clear, upfront help with no hidden fees or surprise contracts.

One-Time Placement Fee
$75
  1. 1

    Submit Your Food Business Info

    Fill out our short 2-minute vendor profile with your product details, island location, and website link.

  2. 2

    We Match You with Active Market Spots

    We submit your business directly to verified local market managers looking for local food vendors like yours.

  3. 3

    Set Up & Start Selling

    Get approved for your first pop-up market table or retail shelf spot within 14 days and start making sales.

Real Impact

Tested with real local Hawaii food businesses

We interviewed local Hawaii food producers and tested this placement system directly across the islands before launching.

28
Local Food Vendors Consulted
100%
Hawaii-Based Focus
14 Days
Average Match Time
Mālama Hawaiʻi Market Network

Direct connections to pop-up market organizers statewide

The goal: A busy pop-up market table filled with customers buying your local Hawaii food products.
Straight Answers

Two common questions before joining

❓ "Will this actually work for my specific food product?"

Yes, as long as your product complies with Hawaii Department of Health food safety rules. Market managers are actively looking for fresh packaged snacks, baked goods, sauces, and local drink vendors for their weekend lineups.

❓ "What if I pay the $75 and don't get placed in a market?"

We work with you directly until you land your first confirmed sales spot. If we cannot match your business within 30 days, you receive dedicated placement support at no extra cost.

Get In Touch

Get in touch with us to land your next sales spot

Ready to get started? Send us a quick message with your business details.

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Clicking opens our quick Google intake form, and we answer every inquiry within 24 hours.