Kauai Seeks Nominations for Older Americans Month Honorees

Community invited to recognize kupuna who have made lasting contributions to the island

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Agency on Elderly Affairs in Lihue, Hawaii is inviting the community to nominate older adults aged 65 and over who have demonstrated a strong commitment to service, leadership, and helping others on the island of Kauai. Selected nominees will be recognized at an Older Americans Recognition Ceremony, with one male and one female chosen to represent Kauai at a statewide ceremony in June.

Why it matters

This annual recognition program provides an opportunity to celebrate the positive and lasting impact that Kauai's older adults have had on the community. Honoring these kupuna helps express appreciation for their invaluable contributions and service to the island.

The details

Eligible nominees must be 65 years of age or older by December 31, 2025. Nomination applications and a supporting letter can be submitted by organizations to the Agency on Elderly Affairs office or online. The deadline for completed applications is February 27 at 4:30pm or postmarked by February 28.

  • The nomination deadline is February 27, 2026 at 4:30pm HST.
  • The Older Americans Recognition Ceremony will be held in June 2026.

The players

Agency on Elderly Affairs

The government agency in Lihue, Hawaii that is organizing the Older Americans Month recognition program and accepting nominations from the community.

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What’s next

The Agency on Elderly Affairs will review all nominations and select one male and one female nominee to represent Kauai at the statewide Older Americans Recognition Ceremony in June 2026.

The takeaway

This program provides an important opportunity for the Kauai community to honor and celebrate the invaluable contributions of its older adult residents, known as kupuna, who have dedicated themselves to service and helping others on the island.