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Honolulu, HI

Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association Hawaii (OHCRA)

EIN 46-3692050
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Mission

To perpetuate and preserve Hawaiian canoe paddling traditions, foster cultural connection and competitive excellence, and support member clubs in organizing regattas and long‑distance races that honor Hawaiian heritage.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

About Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association Hawaii (OHCRA)

The Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association (OHCRA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Honolulu that organizes and governs canoe racing for member clubs on Oʻahu while promoting Hawaiian paddling culture and traditions. OHCRA serves as the local organizer for statewide long‑distance and regatta events (including Molokai Hoe and Na Wahine O Ke Kai), supports more than two dozen member clubs and thousands of past and present paddlers, and maintains active race schedules and governance documents on its official site. Recent seasons (2024–2026) show continued event activity, race series, and participation across its calendar of regattas and long‑distance races.

Notable achievements

Organizer of Molokaʻi Hoe & Na Wahine O Ke Kai

OHCRA is the local organizer and steward for two of the world’s premier outrigger canoe races — the Molokaʻi Hoe (Molokai→Oʻahu) and Na Wahine O Ke Kai — events that draw international crews and thousands of paddlers and spectators each year.

Large, active membership and club network

OHCRA represents over 20 member clubs on Oʻahu and reports thousands of past and present paddlers with several thousand active competitors each season, sustaining year‑round regatta and distance racing programs.

Sustained fiscal operations and recent grant funding

In recent filings and public summaries, OHCRA has reported seven‑figure total annual revenues and substantial assets for its size, and has received foundation support and grants to underwrite events and programming in the 2023–2025 period.

At a glance

Total assets
$714K
Annual revenue
$1.2M
Tax status
501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN
46-3692050
Location
Honolulu, HI
Website
www.ohcra.com
On Mahalo since
May 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

Recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit and member association within the Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association (HCRA).
Maintains an active official website and public governance documents (bylaws, race rules) and posts current race schedules and results, demonstrating operational transparency and ongoing activity.
Listed in nonprofit databases and registry profiles with recent Form 990 filings and reported grant activity, reflecting standard nonprofit reporting and third‑party visibility.

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