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Hawaii National Foundation

EIN 99-0268927 · HI

Arts, Culture & Humanities funderArts, Culture & Humanities funders in HawaiiAll Hawaii foundations
Invitation only Typical grant ~$5K Funds in HI
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Giving Profile

In 2025, Hawaii National Foundation based in HI paid 11 grants totaling $71K to 11 organizations. Individual grants ranged from $500 to $12.5K, with a median of $5K. Its largest recipients included HAWAII HOMEOWNERSHIP CENTER, CHINATOWN 808 EVENTS, and HAWAII INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL. The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications — giving is by invitation only.

Foundation at a Glance

Total assets
$1,564,884
Giving (latest yr)
$71,000
Filing year
2025
Itemized grants
11
Median grant
$5K
Recipients
11
States reached
1
Officers/trustees
3
Unsolicited applications
No — invitation only

Where the Money Goes

Top recipients

  • Hawaii Homeownership Center$12,500
  • Chinatown 808 Events$10,000
  • Hawaii International Film Festival$10,000
  • Lanakila Pacific$10,000
  • A Better Chinatown Association$5,000

Where grants went

  • Hawaii$71,000 · 11 grants

Grants Paid (11)

Hawaii Homeownership Center
Honolulu, HI
To Support the Mission of Addressing Barriers and Increasing Rates of Home Ownership.
$12,500
Chinatown 808 Events
Honolulu, HI
Supporting the Annual Mid-autumn Festival Celebrating Chinese Culture
$10,000
Lanakila Pacific
Honolulu, HI
To Support Innovative Solutions IN Workforce Development, Food Security, and Community Resilience.
$10,000
Hawaii International Film Festival
Honolulu, HI
To Support the Hiff Mission of Inspiring Students and Cinema Lovers of All Ages to Pursue Excellence IN Film, New Media, and Storytelling Innovation Through Hiff Programs.
$10,000
Hawaii Literacy
Honolulu, HI
To Support Lieracy IN the State of Hawaii
$5,000
Friends of First Responders
Hilo, HI
To Support the Commitment to Mental Health and Relational Wellness for First Responders and Their Family IN Hawaii
$5,000
A Better Chinatown Association
Honolulu, HI
To Support the Development of Programs, Events, and Initiatives That Preserve the Cultural Heritage of the Community
$5,000
Pacific & Asian Affairs Council (Paac)
Honolulu, HI
To Support Transformational Journeys of Self-discovery and Growth and Help Shape the Lives of Hawai'i Youth.
$5,000
Maui Food Bank Inc
Wailuku, HI
To Support Local Access to Nutrition IN Maui.
$5,000
Hawaii Restaurant Association Educational Foundation
Honolulu, HI
Supporting Hawaii's Restaurant and Foodservice Industries Through Education, Community Engagement, and Promotion of Career Pathways.
$3,000
Big Island Lions Foundation
Hilo, HI
Support of the Annual Hilo Christmas Parade
$500

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

No. Hawaii National Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications — its grantmaking is by invitation only. Cultivating a relationship or securing an introduction is typically required.

Hawaii National Foundation is classified as a Arts, Culture & Humanities funder. Museums, performing arts, cultural institutions, and the humanities.

In its most recent filing, Hawaii National Foundation reported 11 itemized grants totaling $71K. Individual grants ranged from $500 to $12.5K (median $5K).

Recent recipients include HAWAII HOMEOWNERSHIP CENTER, CHINATOWN 808 EVENTS, HAWAII INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, among 11 organizations in total. The full grant list is on this page.

Hawaii National Foundation is a private foundation based in Hawaii, per its IRS 990-PF filing.

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