Nick Hamatake Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nick Hamatake Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,040 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $11,020 and the largest $20,040. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$22,040
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$11,020
- Largest grant$20,040
- Assets$866,255
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,890 | 2 | $788,304 |
| 2024 | $2,000 | 1 | $840,388 |
| 2025 | $22,040 | 2 | $866,255 |
How to apply
Nick Hamatake Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Nick Hamatake Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Massachusetts. It also paid $20,040 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ludion Publishing | Japanese Woodblock Prints Compendium a scholarly reference on Japanese art | $20,040 |
| Japanese Art Society of America | Journal publication | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Mariash
- Christopher Hamatake
- Nicolas Hamatake
Questions people ask
Does Nick Hamatake Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nick Hamatake Foundation give?
$22,040 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $11,020.
Who runs Nick Hamatake Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth Mariash (Secretary), Christopher Hamatake (Director) and Nicolas Hamatake (President).
What does Nick Hamatake Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and international.