Chimo Shipp, who founded the Maui Feeding Frenzy Fishing Tournament, created the nonprofit to shine a light on the importance of supporting local fishermen across the island and to help address food insecurity in the community.

Through the event, Shipp aims not only to provide fresh catches to families in need but also to bring the community together in a shared effort to give back and celebrate Maui’s natural resources.

The event is free and open to the public, inviting everyone to gather at Maalaea Harbor on Nov. 1 for the official weigh-in to see who will be crowned the first Feeding Frenzy Fishing Tournament winner.

The celebration will continue on Nov. 2 at Havens Restaurant in the Maalaea Harbor Shops, where the winners will be announced.

For those interested in volunteering with this new, and hopefully soon-to-be annual, event, Shipp said his crew would welcome extra hands to help distribute fish throughout the community after the tournament.

With 550 families already set to benefit, there’s always room for more support in making a difference across Maui.

Fishing began Oct. 31 with a number of different fish species qualifying for donation. If you or someone you know would like to participate as a fisherman, you can sign up at https://tinyurl.com/4w386v78.