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The Robert E Black Memorial Trust is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Hawaii and Illinois. The Trust does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with grantees on a relationship-based, invitation-only basis. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR THE CHARITABLE & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES & PROGRAMS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS.
Cause Areas
1
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
$7.6M
70%
HAWAII PACIFIC UNIVERSITY
$1.3M
12%

BISHOP MUSEUM
$521K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$0
Median 2nd year grant
$42.9K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ROBERT E BLACK MEMORIAL TRUST?
No. ROBERT E BLACK MEMORIAL TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ROBERT E BLACK MEMORIAL TRUST give?
ROBERT E BLACK MEMORIAL TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in Hawaii and Illinois. 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 ROBERT E BLACK MEMORIAL TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ROBERT E BLACK MEMORIAL TRUST fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $0. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ROBERT E BLACK MEMORIAL TRUST make each year?
In 2024, ROBERT E BLACK MEMORIAL TRUST awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $2.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ROBERT E BLACK MEMORIAL TRUST fund recently?
In 2024, ROBERT E BLACK MEMORIAL TRUST awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, HAWAII PACIFIC UNIVERSITY, and BISHOP MUSEUM. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ROBERT E BLACK MEMORIAL TRUST?
ROBERT E BLACK MEMORIAL TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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