Central Union Church Preschool, a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, began on the morning of October 16, 1928, when fourteen children walked in through the garden gates. At the end of the school’s first year of operation, on June 16, 1929, the Church announced: “The Central Union week-day Kindergarten has closed a very successful term…” Even at the earliest start, it was evident that the Church’s current mission statement, “We Engage and Embrace all as we seek to Embody Christ” permeated throughout “the cooperative playschool.” Today, CUPS remains a thriving, vibrant preschool program within the community that strives to serve children and families from various backgrounds. 

Although the campus has seen many changes over the decades, one thing remains – CUPS is a nurturing, happy space that is steadfast in our commitment to provide quality early childhood education and care. The Central Union Preschool program of educating the whole child encourages a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and provides a solid foundation for those learning years to come.

DAZZLE was first organized to help raise funds to support the Preschool’s 5 E’s: 
•Educational Opportunities,
•Environments, 
•Endowment, 
•Events, and most importantly, 
•Economic Diversity, the tuition assistance program that paves the way for our unique and diverse group of children from across the island. 

We are excited to host the 20th anniversary of DAZZLE on April 25, 2025, at the Alohilani Resort. Some of the island’s top chefs will provide amazing tasting plates to enjoy while guests enjoy an online Silent and Live Auction. And we hope to have YOUR SUPPORT this year to make DAZZLE a success for the Preschool and its Keiki.

We hope that you will be a part of this special annual event. Together, let’s show our children just how much they matter to you, me, and everyone.