Project Shaka is now Global Aloha!
Global Aloha is a movement that empowers the world to flourish through acts of aloha. SHARE ALOHA. CHANGE THE WORLD.
ACTIVATE ALOHA
Global Aloha brings aloha to life through storytelling, education and community programs—creating simple ways for people, businesses and communities to experience, learn and live aloha.
Experience Aloha
We tell stories of aloha through films and media exploring Hawaiʻi’s people, culture, history and values—and their relevance to the world. Films & More »
Learn Aloha
We offer educational experiences and exercises that turn lessons of aloha into Acts of Aloha for students, organizations and communities. Learning Programs »
Live Aloha
We foster community-building, partnering and collaboration programs that make the concept of aloha a part of every day life. Build Aloha » | Project Shaka »
EMPOWER ALOHA
Participate in what’s next for Global Aloha
SHAKA, A Story of Aloha is now widely available On Demand. Help partner with organizations to bring itʻs message of aloha to schools, communities and audiences through educational screenings. Learn More »
SHAKA License Plates share aloha on the road while generating ongoing support for Global Aloha. Help us reduce road rage and restore aloha to our roadways across Hawaiʻi. Learn More »
THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha is nearing completion. Help us partner with organizations to host test screenings through the end of 2026 and help raise funds for the completion of the film. Learn More »
ʻONO, Foods of Aloha is green lit as our next global Aloha film. Help us raise funds to launch a production that will share the melting pot food history that make Hawaiʻi deliciously unique. Learn More »
ALOHA Stories
Hawaii Declares ‘Shaka’ Its Official State Hand Gesture
Flash a closed hand with the thumb and pinkie sticking out, and every Hawaii resident knows what it means. Used by everyone from kids to elders, the “shaka” represents aloha spirit, love and local pride. And now, following the passage of a bill during the 2024 Hawaii...
Hawai’i Shaka License Plates Launch
Rick Quan, KITV News tells the story of the launch of Hawai’i Shaka License Plates, a nonprofit support program that is optional for Hawai’i residents. An annual fee is charged with proceeds going to support the nonprofit program Project Shaka, a share aloha through...
Shaka plates hit Hawaii roadways
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Shaka plates have officially hit Hawaii’s roadways. Thousands joined the waiting list for their own set of plates with a decal sticker of Hawaii’s most famous hand gesture. Non-profit ID8’s chairperson Steve Sue worked with all of the County...