Friends of the Future

About Us

Concerned about the potential impact forces of progress might produce Friends of the Future founder, Kenneth F. Brown wondered, “How will development happen, and who will it meaningfully affect?” And from a long lifetime in the islands he saw an answer… “Involve the people of Hawaiʻi.” Friends of the Future is the result of that imperative…

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Our Vision

Informed by the native culture of Hawaiʻi the people of the world ~ living together in mutual respect ~ discover unexpected, creative solutions in their diversity.

Our Mission

We facilitate a vision of lokahi ~ harmony and balance ~ among the diverse people of Hawaiʻi and encourage each person to contribute their deepest values, to create shared vision, and to continuously improve our communities.

Enhancing Education

We directly manage programs and serve as fiscal sponsor for initiatives and programs that enhance education in the community and schools ~ during school and out-of-school hours ~ as well as beyond schools and school age-years.

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Perpetuating Culture

Our work provides people with opportunities to engage in traditional practices, such as language, oral histories, oli, mele, dance, and more.

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Building Community Capacity

We promote the development and implementation of our community’s own solutions to challenges.

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