Eia ko kakou mo’olelo (This is our story). Upon the induction of Hawaiʻi into the United States of America as the 50th state, many Hawaiians migrated to the mainland for better employment opportunities and education. Some of the Huiʻs original founders relocated to San Diego and started connecting and sharing their stories, all the while missing their āina (land). By 1969, they formed the Hui O Hawai’i of San Diego by establishing a board of directors and incorporating with California. The Hui began to grow and offered various cultural workshops and beautiful events like annual luaus to its members. Bonds of friendship, good fellowship, and mutual understanding are the principles that served as the foundation for everything the Hui did, and what the Hui stood for. Over the years, the Hui has built several lasting friendships and partnerships with various local organizations and institutions in San Diego. We work together with like-minded groups to create better member acquisition and to have a larger impact on our communities. Together we are stronger. With love, we honor our kuleana (responsibilities) and offer kokua (help) to our members, ensuring the legacy and perpetuation of our Hawaiian traditions.