BISHOP MUSEUM

Honolulu, HI, US
501(c)3
EIN
99-0161980
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Honolulu, HI, US
501(c)3
EIN
99-0161980

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Est.

1889

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantseeker
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Bishop Museum, with EIN 99-0161980, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and showcasing the extensive cultural and natural history collections of Hawaii and the Pacific. With an operating budget of $19.4 million and total revenue of $21.5 million in 2023, the museum educates both residents and visitors through its exhibits, programs, and research. The organization does not rely on a single funder for 50% or more of its revenue, ensuring a diverse financial support base. For more information, visit www.bishopmuseum.org.

Mission Statement

THE BISHOP MUSEUM IS THE CARETAKER OF EXTENSIVE CULTURAL AND NATURAL HISTORY COLLECTIONS OF HAWAII AND THE PACIFIC. THE MUSEUM'S EXHIBITS, PROGRAMS, AND RESEARCH EDUCATE HAWAII'S RESIDENTS AND NON-RESIDENT VISITORS ABOUT HAWAII'S CULTURAL AND NATURAL HISTORY.
Revenues

$21.5M

Expenses

$19.4M

Net Income:
+$2.2M
Assets

$85.6M

Liabilities

$13.8M

Net Assets:
+$71.8M
Operating Budget

$19.4M

Operating Budget by Year

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Total No. of Grants

31

Median grant size
$7.5K
Largest grant received
$871.1K
M
Melanie Y Ide
Board Member
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Lance Parker
Board Member
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Anton C Krucky
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BISHOP MUSEUM’s budget?
In 2023, BISHOP MUSEUM reported an annual operating budget of around $19.4 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does BISHOP MUSEUM support?
BISHOP MUSEUM supports work in History museums.
Where does BISHOP MUSEUM operate?
BISHOP MUSEUM is headquartered in Honolulu, HI.
Who funded BISHOP MUSEUM recently?
In 2025, BISHOP MUSEUM received grants from C N WODEHOUSE BISHOP MUSEUM TRUST, C N WODEHOUSE BISHOP MUSEUM TRUST, and UNOYO KOJIMA TRUST. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant BISHOP MUSEUM received in 2024?
The largest grant to BISHOP MUSEUM in 2024 exceeds $871 thousand.
What is BISHOP MUSEUM’s reliance on government grants?
BISHOP MUSEUM relied on government grants for more than 45% of their total revenue in 2023.
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