Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner
Save the Date – October 30, 2025
Sheraton Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawai‘i
Since 1983, the Distinguished Citizen Dinner has honored Hawai‘i’s visionary leaders and organizations that exemplify the core values of Scouting—leadership, service, and community stewardship. In 2025, we are proud to recognize the Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF) for its extraordinary contributions to the people of Hawai‘i.
For over a century, HCF has been a driving force in strengthening communities through strategic philanthropy, cross-sector collaboration, and innovative solutions to some of Hawai‘i’s most pressing challenges. From advancing affordable housing and education to championing sustainability and disaster relief, HCF’s dedicated staff, Board of Governors, and partners work tirelessly to create lasting impact across the islands.
This prestigious event provides an exclusive opportunity to connect with Hawai‘i’s most influential business and community leaders, showcase your brand’s dedication to youth development, and support the next generation of leaders through Scouting. Join us on October 30, 2025, at the Sheraton Waikiki for an inspiring evening celebrating the collective work of HCF in building a stronger Hawai‘i.
- Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025
- Time: 5:30 PM – Reception | 6:30 PM – Dinner & Program
- Location: Sheraton Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawai‘i
- Attire: Business or Aloha Formal
- Purpose: To honor an outstanding leader or organization and support Scouting programs that benefit youth across Hawai‘i

CEO, Scouting America, Aloha Council
Email: blake.parsons@scouting.org
Phone: 808-738-6326
Past Distinguished Citizen Recipients
1983 – James F. Gary
1984 – Maurice J. Sullivan
1985 – Chinn Ho
1986 – Robert J. Pfeiffer
1987 – John D. Bellinger
1988 – Senator Daniel K. Inouye
1989 – Frank J. Manaut
1990 – Senator Spark M. Matsunaga
1990 – George Fukunaga
1991 – Governor John D. Waihee
1992 – Russell K. Okata
1993 – Mayor Frank F. Fasi
1994 – H. Howard Stephenson
1995 – Senator Daniel K. Akaka
1996 – John C. Brogan
1997 – Governor Benjamin J. Cayetano
1998 – Walter A. Dods, Jr.
1999 – Don E. Carroll
2000 – William W. Paty, Jr.
2001 – Warren Haruki

2002 – Vicky Cayetano
2003 – Ronald K. Migita
2004 – W. Allen Doane
2005 – Mike May & Carol Ai
2006 – Michael J. Fisch
2007 – Governor Linda Lingle
2008 – Chuck Sted
2009 – Mayor Mufi Hannemann
2010 – Aloha Council Presidents
2011 – Chatt G. Wright
2012 – Peter S. Ho
2013 – Robert P. Hiam
2014 – John C. Dean
2015 – Rick Blangiardi
2016 – Bill Wilson
2017 – Dennis Francis
2018 – Lt. Gen. H.C. “Hank Stackpole III/ Bobby Fujimoto/
John Henry Felix
2019 – Ray Vara
2022 – First Responders
2023 – Mark Mugiishi
