Connecting generations through the legacy of the Korean War.

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Our unwavering dedication to honoring Korean War veterans and preserving their legacy extends beyond words. Explore the myriad ways we stand with you on this noble journey, ensuring that the memory of our heroes endures for generations to come.

Preserving Our Hero's Memory

Anyone who is interested in preserving the legacy of the Korean War can join as a member or a supporter. We want to identify and recruit Korean War veterans to join us as members. We want to identify and recruit Korean War veteran family and friends to join us as members. We want anyone that is interested in the Korean War to join us as members. There is no membership fee to join as a member. Supporters who chose not to join as members can join as a supporter.

Veterans, Members & Supporters

Veterans, Members & Supporters

Korean Veterans Recruiting

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Korean Veterans Family & Friends

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Korean Supporters

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Members Activities & Events

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Videos

Republic of Korea Hawaii Consulate Defense Attache Captain Oh Soon Kun receiving honorary membership in Korean War Veterans Association, Inc. Hawaii Chapter #1 at December 16, 2023, Saturday, 11:00a.m. Christmas Party at Ala Moana Hotel Hibiscus Ballroom, Honolulu, Hawaii.
Republic of Korea Hawaii Consulate Defense Attache Captain Oh Soon Kun swearing in the 2024 officers of the Korean War Veterans Association, Inc. Hawaii Chapter #1 at the December 16, 2023, Saturday, 11:00a.m. Christmas Party at Ala Moana Hotel Hibiscus Ballroom, Honolulu, Hawaii.
December 16, 2023 Republic of Korea Hawaii Consul General Lee Seo Young keynote speaker at Korean Veterans Association, Inc. Hawaii Chapter #1 Christmas Party at Ala Moana Hotel Hibiscus Ballroom.

Membership Is Open To Any Person, Company, Group & Organization From Any Country

1. Korean War Veterans, Family & Friends Members

2. Korean Veterans, Family & Friends Members

3. Korean War Supporters, Family & Friends Members

4. Korea-United States Of America Supporters, Family & Friends Members

5. Korea Supporters, Family & Friends Members

6. United States Of America Supporters, Family & Friends Members

Our Current Projects

Korean War Foundation, Inc. (KWFI) was incorporated as a Hawaii nonprofit corporation File No. 329075 D2 on December 8, 2023, issued Federal Employer Identification Number 93-4915071 on December 18, 2023 and issued Hawaii Tax Identification Number GE-024-421-3248-01 on January 18, 2024.


KWFI is working on the projects as follows:

1. Oral History Interviews & Podcasts

2. Display Boards & Exhibitions

3. Short Films, Feature Length Films & Documentaries

4. Story Books, Ebooks & Audio Books

5. July 24, 2025, Thursday, 31st Anniversary of the dedication of the war memorials ceremony at the State Capitol

6. July 24, 2025, Thursday, 31st Anniversary of the dedication of the war memorials activities & events at the State Capitol

7. July 24, 2025, Thursday, 31st Anniversary of the dedication of the war memorials community festival lunch at the State Capitol

8. July 24, 2025, Thursday, 31st Anniversary of the dedication of the war memorials dinner

9. July 27, 2025, Sunday 72nd Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice ceremony at the State Capitol

10. July 27, 2025, Sunday 72nd Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice activities & events at the State Capitol

11. July 27, 2025, Sunday 72nd Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice community festival lunch at the State Capitol

12. July 27, 2025, Sunday 72nd Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice dinner

13. Fundraising



Korean And Vietnam War Memorials Foundation, Inc. (K&VWMFI) was incorporated as a Hawaii nonprofit corporation File No. 329038 D2 on December 8, 2023, issued Federal Employer Identification Number 93-4918746 on December 19, 2023 and issued Hawaii Tax Identification Number GE-036-971-4688-01 on January 18, 2024.


K&VWMFI is working on the projects as follows:

1. Right Of Entry and Memorandum Of Agreements to maintain and construct improvements

2. Maintenance

3. Landscaping

4. Wall and fencing

5. Security monitors

6. Lighting

7. July 24, 2025, Thursday, 31st Anniversary of the dedication of the war memorials ceremony at the State Capitol

8. July 24, 2025, Thursday, 31st Anniversary of the dedication of the war memorials activities & events at the State Capitol

9. July 24, 2025, Thursday, 31st Anniversary of the dedication of the war memorials community festival lunch at the State Capitol

10. July 24, 2025, Thursday, 31st Anniversary of the dedication of the war memorials dinner

11. Fundraising

Volunteers

Volunteers are the heart and soul of our organization, playing a crucial role in making our mission successful. We have various volunteer opportunities available, each designed to utilize different skills and interests.


  • Greeters Volunteers: Our greeters welcome VIPs, special guests, and visitors, ensuring they feel appreciated and valued from the moment they arrive.
  • Guides Volunteers: Guides lead VIPs, special guests, and visitors through the war memorials, providing insightful information and answering questions to enhance their experience.
  • Guardians Volunteers: Guardians take on the important responsibility of guarding the war memorials, ensuring they are respected and maintained.
  • General Volunteers: Our general volunteers are versatile and dedicated, helping with various tasks to ensure every visit to the war memorials is memorable and special.

We are actively recruiting volunteers to join our team. By becoming a volunteer, you will be a vital part of our mission to honor and preserve the legacy of Korean War veterans. Visuals and artwork will be incorporated into our volunteer program to create an engaging and inspiring environment. We believe that visual storytelling is a powerful way to connect with our visitors and convey the importance of our work.


Join us today as a volunteer and help us make a difference. Together, we can ensure that the sacrifices of our Korean War veterans are remembered and honored for generations to come.

Sponsorship

At the Korean War Foundation, Inc., we offer six levels of sponsorship to honor and commemorate the valor and sacrifices of our veterans. Your generous contribution will support our efforts to preserve the legacy of those who served in the Korean War. Each sponsorship level is associated with a distinguished medal, reflecting the spirit of courage and dedication.

Medal Of Honor

Medal of Honor

Contribution: $10,000,000.00 and above

The Medal of Honor sponsorship represents the highest level of dedication and support. With your unparalleled generosity, we can achieve transformative goals, such as establishing endowments for perpetual veteran care, creating world-class educational facilities, and ensuring the Korean War legacy is preserved for eternity.

Distinguished Service Cross Medal

Distinguished Service Cross Medal

Contribution: $1,000,000.00 to $9,999,999.99

Sponsoring at the Distinguished Service Cross Medal level demonstrates your extraordinary commitment to our cause. Your support will enable us to undertake major projects, such as constructing new memorials, launching large-scale educational campaigns, and providing comprehensive support to veterans and their families.

Silver Star Medal

Silver Star Medal

Contribution: $100,000.00 to $999,999.99

As a Silver Star Medal sponsor, you play a crucial role in sustaining our long-term initiatives, such as scholarship programs for descendants of Korean War veterans, advanced research grants, and international partnerships to promote global awareness of the war's significance.

Bronze Star Medal

Bronze Star Medal/Meritorious Medal

Contribution: $10,000.00 to $99,999.99

Your generous donation at the Bronze Star Medal/Meritorious Medal level allows us to enhance our historical preservation projects, including digital archives, museum exhibits, and oral history recordings. This level of support ensures that future generations will have access to authentic accounts of the Korean War.

Bronze Star Medal / Meritorious Medal

  • Oh Seok-Song/Meta Bio-Med Co,. LTD.

Commendation Medal

Commendation Medal

Contribution: $1,000.00 to $9,999.99

As a Commendation Medal sponsor, your significant contribution enables us to expand our veteran support services, including healthcare assistance, mental health resources, and community events that bring veterans together to share their experiences and foster camaraderie.

Commendation Medal

  • Association of Korea-U.S.A. Friendship Alliance
  • Shaw Chun
  • Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Honolulu
  • William E. Cook & Elizabeth Cook
  • Elite Parking Services 
  • Keone Hurdle
  • Robert M. Imose & Barbara R. Imose
  • Ironworkers Union Local 625 Stabilization Fund
  • Jung-In Kang
  • Ellie Kim
  • June Kong
  • Pilialoha Lee Loy
  • Maple Garden Chinese Restaurant
  • O'Kim's Korean Kitchen
  • Palama Market
  • Rainbow Graphics
  • Rodney Y. Sato & Sharleen H. Oshiro
  • Yong Schmidt
  • Patrick Suenaga
  • Jo Anne Trask
  • W Gary Westernoff & Taemi Westernoff
  • Yoon kyo Yi
  • Su Hyeon Yu

Achievement Medal

Achievement Medal

Contribution: Under $1,000.00

Sponsoring at this level signifies your dedication to honoring the heroes of the Korean War. Your support helps fund our educational programs, memorial maintenance, and outreach efforts to ensure the stories of our veterans are never forgotten.

Sponsorship

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