Akawee
Preselected recipients only
Akawee is a private foundation in Long Beach, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $14,562 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$14,562
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$247,494
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was up from $13,500 the year before.
30% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $13,500 | 11 | $234,875 |
| 2024 | $14,562 | 10 | $247,494 |
How to apply
Akawee says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Akawee funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $11,562 |
| Hawaii | 2 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Petaluma People Services Center | Provide operating funds | $5,000 |
| Committee on the Shelterless | Provide operating funds | $2,500 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | Provide operating funds | $2,000 |
| Molokai Land Trust | Provide operating funds | $1,000 |
| Sonoma Land Trust | Provide operating funds | $1,000 |
| Hui Ho Olana | Provide operating funds | $1,000 |
| National Public Radio | Provide operating funds | $1,000 |
| Petaluma River Park | Provide operating funds | $500 |
| Entertainment Community Fund | Provide operating funds | $500 |
| Kqed | Provide operating funds | $62 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah May-Buffum
- Robert Paul Maurice
- John Timothy May
Questions people ask
Does Akawee accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Akawee give?
$14,562 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Akawee?
Its 2024 filing lists Deborah May-Buffum (Director), Robert Paul Maurice (Vice President) and John Timothy May (Secretary).
What does Akawee fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.