Our Kānaka ʻŌiwi Foundation & Extended ʻOhana
Aloha mai kākou,At the heart of Kekoa Creative lies our commitment to supporting kānaka ʻōiwi businesses and cultural preservation. As a Native Hawaiian-owned company, our primary kuleana is to uplift our lāhui through authentic partnerships that honor our traditions while building sustainable futures for Hawaiian entrepreneurs.
Our partnership philosophy extends beyond commerce—we seek makers who share our values of mālama ʻāina, cultural authenticity, and community empowerment. From our kānaka ʻōiwi foundation, we naturally embrace the inclusive spirit of aloha that welcomes our Pacific Islander cousins and local Bay Area hui who understand the importance of respectful collaboration.
Native Hawaiian
Partnerships
The Heart of Our Mission
Our commitment to supporting kānaka ʻōiwi businesses drives everything we do. These partnerships represent more than commerce—they're investments in cultural preservation, sustainable practices, and the economic sovereignty of our lāhui.
Featured Partnership: Hāloa ʻĀina
As the exclusive California retailer for Hāloa ʻĀina's endemic Hawaiian sandalwood products, we're honored to support their reforestation efforts on Hawaiʻi Island and throughout Ka Pae ʻĀina. Their Lāʻau ʻAla collection connects customers to traditional healing practices while funding vital conservation work.
For more information about Hāloa ʻĀina and their work, visit: haloaaina.com
Featured Partnership: Keālia Organics
This Hawaiian woman-owned business creates beautiful wellness products using simple recipes with local, plant-based ingredients. Keālia Organics collaborates directly with Kauaʻi farmers for locally sourced botanicals and supports Hawaiʻi's pollinators by working with local beekeepers for honey and beeswax, creating a truly sustainable ecosystem.
Pasifika
Collaborations
Honoring Our Pacific Islander Cousins
The inclusive spirit of aloha naturally extends to our Pacific Islander ʻohana who share similar values of cultural respect and community empowerment. These partnerships celebrate the interconnected cultures of Oceania while honoring each community's unique traditions.
Featured Partnership: Haʻa & Co.
Founded by Maliana, a Kauaʻi-born & raised local of Tongan-Samoan & Japanese heritage, Haʻa & Co. creates authentic island-inspired perfume oils that capture the essence of Pacific Islander heritage through sustainable practices and cultural storytelling.
Bay Area
Artisan Partnerships
Our Local Hui of Makers
Living and creating in the diverse San Francisco Bay Area, we're honored to collaborate with local artisans who share our values of cultural respect, sustainability, and authentic craftsmanship. These partnerships reflect our commitment to supporting our immediate community while building bridges between cultures.
Featured Partnership: tdl pottery
Founded by Tam in the East Bay, tdl pottery creates beautiful handmade ceramics with her children, including collaborative glaze work. As a fellow marketplace participant and supporter of local Bay Area artisans, Tam understands the importance of respectful collaboration and community building. Her Irish heritage informs her mindful approach to working with indigenous-owned businesses.
Building Bridges Through Authentic Collaboration
Every partnership we choose reflects our core values: cultural authenticity, environmental responsibility, and community empowerment. From our kānaka ʻōiwi foundation to our extended ʻohana of makers, we believe that supporting diverse artisans creates a more beautiful and sustainable world for all.
Ready to discover authentic, sustainably-made products that support indigenous and local makers?