KUAKINI FOUNDATION
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The Kuakini Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Hawaii, with total grants paid amounting to $7.2 million in 2023. This funder operates on a relationship-based approach and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants solely by invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF KUAKINI FOUNDATION IS TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH STATUS OF THE COMMUNITY BY: PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH CARE SERVICES AND PROGRAMS AT REASONABLE COST; CONTINUOUSLY IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES AND PROGRAMS; ENCOURAGING CLINICAL RESEARCH; SUPPORTING TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR HEALTH CARE PERSONNEL; AND OFFERINGCOMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS. KUAKINI FOUNDATION IS RESPONSIBLE FOR DEVELOPING A BROADER BASE OF COMMUNITY FINANCIAL SUPPORT THROUGH FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES INCLUDING ANNUAL FUND DRIVES, SPECIAL DONOR EVENTS, MULTI-YEAR FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGNS, ENDOWMENT PROGRAMS, AND CHARITABLE PLANNED GIVING PROGRAMS.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Health
Community service
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
KUAKINI MEDICAL CENTER
$44.1M
100%
KUAKINI GERIATRIC CARE INC
$5.3K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to KUAKINI FOUNDATION?
No. KUAKINI FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does KUAKINI FOUNDATION give?
KUAKINI FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Hawaii. 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 KUAKINI FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from KUAKINI FOUNDATION fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $4.8 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does KUAKINI FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, KUAKINI FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $7.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did KUAKINI FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, KUAKINI FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include KUAKINI MEDICAL CENTER and KUAKINI GERIATRIC CARE INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to KUAKINI FOUNDATION?
KUAKINI FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.