KINA'OLE FOUNDATION
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The KINA'OLE FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing grants by invitation only. In the 2024 filing year, it disbursed a total of $149.7K across five grantees. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities should note that the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, they can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
TO EDUCATE, ADVANCE, AND PROMOTE THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE PEOPLE OF HAWAII
Cause Areas
1
Urban development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
POHAI O KAMEHAMEHA
$456K
68%

LUNALILO HOME
$100K
15%

HELPING HANDS HAWAII
$50K
7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to KINA'OLE FOUNDATION?
No. KINA'OLE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does KINA'OLE FOUNDATION give?
KINA'OLE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Hawaii and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are KINA'OLE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from KINA'OLE FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does KINA'OLE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, KINA'OLE FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $150 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did KINA'OLE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, KINA'OLE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include POHAI O KAMEHAMEHA, LUNALILO HOME, and HELPING HANDS HAWAII. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to KINA'OLE FOUNDATION?
KINA'OLE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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