HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND
AI Summary
The Hawaii Association of the Blind is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking to support initiatives benefiting individuals in Hawaii. With a total of $9.5K in grants paid to four grantees in 2025, this funder operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, granting funds by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROMOTE THE GENERAL WELFARE OF THE BLIND AND SPONSOR VARIOUS ACTIVITIES RELATED THERETO
Cause Areas
1
Eye diseases
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FRIENDS OF HOOPONO
Kaneohe, HI
$15K
12%
AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND INC
ALEXANDRIA, VA
$12K
9%
Friends of the Library of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
$10K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$7.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$6K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND?
No. HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND give?
HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND primarily gives to organizations located in Hawaii and Virginia. 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 HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND make each year?
In 2025, HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $9,500. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND fund recently?
In 2025, HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include FRIENDS OF HOOPONO, AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND INC, and Friends of the Library of Hawaii. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND?
HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.