Ama Olukai Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 37-1771001
Foundation Overview
Based in Honolulu, HI, Ama Olukai Foundation has awarded 111 grants totaling $1,426,154 to organizations in Hawaii. Individual grants range from $2,000 to $148,500, with a median award of $10,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
14 of 36 recipients (39%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
100% of all grants are concentrated in Hawaii, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Hawaii, funding concentrates in Honolulu (48%), Makawao (10%), Hilo (6%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 614% growth in annual giving over 7 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Dual focus on general purposes (60%) and community projects, indicating strategic concentration in complementary program areas.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Ama Olukai Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation | $12,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Hawaiian Lifeguard Association | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Hoola Music And Cultural Arts | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Hui Aloha Aina Momona | $10,000 | Kaneohe, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Huli Hawaii Inc | $15,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Huliauapa'a | $10,000 | Hakalau, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| University Of Hawaii Foundation | $12,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Kapena School Of Music | $10,000 | Kanheohe, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Kauluakalana | $10,000 | Kailua, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Kipuka Olowalu | $8,000 | Makawao, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Maui Nui Makai Network | $12,000 | Makawao, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Na Kama Kai | $12,000 | Waianae, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Polynesian Voyaging Society | $12,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Collaborative Support Services | $50,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | Meals For Maui Fire Victims | 2023 |
| Victims Of Maui Wildfire Disaster | $148,500 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Provide Immediate Aid To Victims Of Hawaii Wildfire. Each Victim Received Under $1k In Assistance Via Venmo (Approximately 300 Individuals). Per Reg. 1.6033-3(a)(2), The Individual Names And Address Of The Victims Of The Hawaii Wildfires Are Not Required To Be Disclosed. | 2023 |
| Victims Of Maui Wildfire Disaster-archie Kalepa | $5,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Provide Immediate Aid To Victims Of Hawaii Wildfire. Immediately After The August 8 Fires, Archie Kalepa, Community Leader, Collected And Distributed Resources To The Lahaina Residents. Each Victim Received Under $1k In Assistance. Per Reg. 1.6033-3(a)(2), The Individual Names And Address Of The Victims Of The Hawaii Wildfires Are Not Required To Be Disclosed. | 2023 |
| Maui Lifeguard Association | $6,000 | Makawao, HI, US | Deisaster Relief Related To Maui Fire | 2023 |
| Maui Cultural Lands | $4,327 | Lahaina, HI, US | Sales Order 27025 - Farm Equip Ama Maui Fund | 2023 |
| Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation | $12,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Hawaiian Lifeguard Association | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Hoola Music And Cultural Arts | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Hui Aloha Aina Momona | $10,000 | Kaneohe, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Huli Hawaii Inc | $15,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Huliauapa'a | $10,000 | Hakalau, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| University Of Hawaii Foundation | $12,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Kapena School Of Music | $10,000 | Kanheohe, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Kauluakalana | $10,000 | Kailua, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Kipuka Olowalu | $8,000 | Makawao, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Maui Nui Makai Network | $12,000 | Makawao, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Na Kama Kai | $12,000 | Waianae, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Polynesian Voyaging Society | $12,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Operating Support | 2023 |
| Collaborative Support Services | $50,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | Meals For Maui Fire Victims | 2023 |
| Victims Of Maui Wildfire Disaster | $148,500 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Provide Immediate Aid To Victims Of Hawaii Wildfire. Each Victim Received Under $1k In Assistance Via Venmo (Approximately 300 Individuals). Per Reg. 1.6033-3(a)(2), The Individual Names And Address Of The Victims Of The Hawaii Wildfires Are Not Required To Be Disclosed. | 2023 |
| Victims Of Maui Wildfire Disaster-archie Kalepa | $5,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Provide Immediate Aid To Victims Of Hawaii Wildfire. Immediately After The August 8 Fires, Archie Kalepa, Community Leader, Collected And Distributed Resources To The Lahaina Residents. Each Victim Received Under $1k In Assistance. Per Reg. 1.6033-3(a)(2), The Individual Names And Address Of The Victims Of The Hawaii Wildfires Are Not Required To Be Disclosed. | 2023 |
| Maui Lifeguard Association | $6,000 | Makawao, HI, US | Deisaster Relief Related To Maui Fire | 2023 |
| Maui Cultural Lands | $4,327 | Lahaina, HI, US | Sales Order 27025 - Farm Equip Ama Maui Fund | 2023 |
| Edith Kanaka'ole Foundation | $12,000 | Hilo, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Hawaii Agriculture Foundation | $12,500 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Huli Hawaii Inc | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Kuleana Coral Reefs | $12,500 | Waipahu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Manaiakalani | $10,000 | Kilauea, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Maui Nui Makai Network | $12,500 | Makawao, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Na Kama Kai | $12,500 | Waianae, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Polynesian Voyaging Society | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| University Of Hawaii Foundation | $12,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Hawaiian Lifeguard Association | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Hoola Music And Cultural Arts | $12,500 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Moc Marine Institute | $12,500 | Wailuku, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Edith Kanaka'ole Foundation | $12,000 | Hilo, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Hawaii Agriculture Foundation | $12,500 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Huli Hawaii Inc | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Kuleana Coral Reefs | $12,500 | Waipahu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Manaiakalani | $10,000 | Kilauea, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Maui Nui Makai Network | $12,500 | Makawao, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Na Kama Kai | $12,500 | Waianae, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Polynesian Voyaging Society | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| University Of Hawaii Foundation | $12,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Hawaiian Lifeguard Association | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Hoola Music And Cultural Arts | $12,500 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Moc Marine Institute | $12,500 | Wailuku, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2022 |
| Edith Kanaka 'ole Foundation | $10,000 | Hilo, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Hawaii Agriculture Foundation | $12,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Hui Aloha Aina Momona | $7,000 | Kaneohe, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Huli Hawaii Inc | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Kauluakalana | $6,000 | Kailua, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Kuleana Coral Reefs | $8,000 | Waipahu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Manaiakalani | $10,000 | Kilauea, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Maui Nui Makai Network | $10,000 | Makawao, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Na Kama Kai | $10,000 | Waianae, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Polynesian Voyaging Society | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Uhiwai | $10,000 | Makawao, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| University Of Hawaii Foundation | $12,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Na Kama Kai | $2,500 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation | $2,500 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultrual Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2021 |
| Hawaiian Lifeguard Association | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2020 |
| Huli Hawaii Inc | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2020 |
| Na Kama Kai | $12,500 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2020 |
| Polynesian Voyaging Society | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2020 |
| University Of Hawai'i Foundation | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2020 |
| Hui Aloha Aina Momona | $10,000 | Kaneohe, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2020 |
| Hui O Lahui | $2,000 | Hilo, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2020 |
| Kauluakalana | $10,000 | Kailua, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2020 |
| Maui Nui Makai Network | $12,000 | Makawao, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2020 |
| Waipa Foundation | $12,000 | Hanalei, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2020 |
| Hawaiian Lifeguard Association | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2018 |
| Hui Aloha Aina Momona | $7,000 | Kaneohe, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2018 |
| Imiloa | $15,000 | Hilo, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2018 |
| Kawaikini | $8,000 | Lihue, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2018 |
| Paepae O He'eia | $8,000 | Kane Ohe, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2018 |
| Na Kama Kai | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2018 |
| Polynesian Voyaging Society | $12,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2018 |
| Pow Wow Hawaii | $5,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2018 |
| Huli Hawaii Inc | $15,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2018 |
| Hawaiian Lifeguard Association | $10,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2017 |
| Hui Aloha Aina Momona | $8,000 | Kaneohe, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2017 |
| Imiloa | $10,000 | Hilo, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2017 |
| Kua Aina Ulu Auamo | $8,000 | Kane Ohe, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2017 |
| Na Kama Kai | $8,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2017 |
| Polynesian Voyaging Society | $15,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2017 |
| Ka Honua Momona | $6,000 | Kaunakakai, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2017 |
| Waipa Foundation | $6,000 | Hanalei, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2017 |
| Pow Wow Hawaii | $5,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2017 |
| Hawaiian Lifeguard Association | $5,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2016 |
| Imiloa | $10,000 | Hilo, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2016 |
| Maui Cultural Lands | $5,000 | Lahaina, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2016 |
| Na Kalai Wa A | $5,000 | Kamuela, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2016 |
| Na Kama Kai | $5,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2016 |
| Polynesian Voyaging Society | $5,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2016 |
| Kua Aina Ulu Auamo | $5,000 | Kane Ohe, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2016 |
| Papahana Kualoa | $5,000 | Kane Ohe, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2016 |
| Hui Aloha Aina Momona | $5,000 | Kaneohe, HI, US | To Preserve And Celebrate The Cultural Heritage And Aloha Spirit Of Hawai'i. | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Ama Olukai Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 37-1771001 |
| Website | http://www.amaolukaifoundation.org |
| Address | 1 N HOTEL ST Honolulu, HI 96817-0000 |
Key People (4)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Ama Olukai Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Board Director/president | James C Hormel |
|---|---|
| Board Director/treasurer | James Harris |
| Board Director/secretary | Kerry Konrady |
| Executive Director | Dan Mcinerny |
Forms 990-PF
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