About Us
Our Background
Jan Ken Po Hawaii is a 501c3 non-profit organization (Federal ID #26-3248136) established in August 2008 to support education in the State of Hawaii through Jan Ken Po educational and fundraising events.
Board of Directors
- OFFICERS
- Sherry Tani, Chairperson, Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children
- Roger Higa, President/Treasurer, Kalihi Education Coalition & Hawaii Brain Aneurysm Foundation
- Mike Naehu, Vice President, Logical Solutions
- Clarita DeJesus, Secretary, Title Guaranty Hawaii
- DIRECTORS
- Nora Sanchez, FCH Enterprises, Inc.
- Leah Naputo, Arcadia
Our Mission
Jan Ken Po Hawaii's mission is to provide more opportunities for local schools and students in need by providing educational grants and college scholarships through Jan Ken Po Events.
Our Vision
Promote lifelong learning by providing funding opportunities that enhance learning in the classroom in a variety of areas (character education, business, English, math, science, music, art, health, and physical education)
Providing Scholarships for Hawaii residents wishing to further their education beyond high school.
By 2011, become the driving force for implementing Jan Ken Po as an Official High School Sport Statewide, and thereby, providing more opportunities for students to participate in extra-curricular activities as well as provide opportunities for students to receive athletic scholarships to further their education beyond high school.
Foster and promote good sportsmanship through competition and fair play.
Creating a drug free message and a positive message that participation in our events can be FUN.
A happier and healthier Hawaii by promoting fun and laughter through participation in Jan Ken Po Hawaii sanctioned events.
Help stimulate Hawaii’s Economy by welcoming those residing outside the State of Hawaii to compete in this fun filled event that benefits those in need.