For nearly six decades, the vibrant rhythms, stories, and traditions of Polynesia have woven themselves into the very fabric of Santa Barbara.
Since 1968, Hula Anyone has served as a cultural cornerstone in our community.
Today, as public and federal funding for the arts faces unprecedented declines, we must adapt to keep these traditions alive. We are turning to you—our community, neighbors, and audience—to help us sustain our mission of cultural preservation.
Your contribution directly protects intergenerational heritage, education, and community connection in Santa Barbara County.
Where You Have Seen Us
We don’t just perform; we connect. You’ve shared moments with us across the region:
Community Celebrations: Dancing in the Solstice Parade and ushering in the holidays at the Holiday Tree Lighting.
Historic Stages: Performing at the Granada, Lobero, and Alhecama theaters.
Cultural & Civic Alliances: Ushering out the paddlers of the Santa Barbara Outrigger Canoe Club, honoring heritage at Santa Barbara City College AAPI events, and bringing cultural education to nearly every local public library to connect youth with the living arts.
Two Meaningful Ways Your Donation Makes an Impact
When you donate today, you can direct your support to where it is needed most:
1. The Bridge to Kaua'i Scholarship Campaign
Hula Anyone has received a prestigious invitation to perform at the historic Eo' e Emalani Festival in Kaua'i. Your donations to this scholarship fund will directly enable our dedicated dancers—many of whom balance school and work—to travel, represent Santa Barbara, and participate in this profound cultural exchange.
2. The Core General Fund
Keeps our day-to-day operations sustainable. This fund covers essential costs such as rehearsal space, insurance, educational materials, and the preservation of traditional garments.
Our 100% Volunteer Promise
Every single dollar you give goes directly to the mission. No member of Hula Anyone—including our performers, Board of Officers, and our Director and Kumu—receives a salary. We are 100% volunteer-staffed and community-fueled. Your gift is never lost to overhead; it goes straight into cultural preservation and community action.
Will You Be Our Seventh Paddle?
In a traditional outrigger canoe, it takes every paddler working in perfect synchronization to move forward against the tide. You are our seventh paddle. With your financial support, we can navigate these challenging economic waters and ensure that the art of hula remains a living, breathing part of Santa Barbara for the next 50 years.
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A Historic Journey Begins: Celebrating 60 Years of Hula in Santa Barbara
We are preparing for the most ambitious cultural mission in the history of Hula Anyone—a project that will bridge our Santa Barbara roots directly to the sacred, misty highlands of the Alaka‘i Wilderness in Kaua‘i. It is a journey of preservation, education, and deep cultural reverence.
The path is set. The chants are being prepared. Now, we are getting ready to invite you to join us on this historic pilgrimage.