The Aloha Project
Preselected recipients only
The Aloha Project is a private foundation in Sunnyvale, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $3,780 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,500. 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$3,780
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,500
- Assets$90,904
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $5,150 the year before.
75% 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 | $5,000 | 4 | $31,671 |
| 2024 | $5,150 | 8 | $52,887 |
| 2025 | $3,780 | 4 | $90,904 |
How to apply
The Aloha Project 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 The Aloha Project funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Delaware.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 1 | $1,500 |
| New York | 2 | $1,280 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Online Giving Foundation I | To connect causes with the worlds largest companies and their employees, using technology to transform the way they receive funds and freeing up their time and resources to focus on delivering community impact. | $1,500 |
| Stanford University | To help Stanford students scholarship/ financial aid. | $1,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Cen | For ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. | $1,000 |
| Amnesty International USA | To undertake research and action focused on preventing and ending grave abuses of these rights. | $280 |
Officers and trustees
- Elise Tran
- Siddharth Ananthakrishnan
Questions people ask
Does The Aloha Project accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Aloha Project give?
$3,780 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Aloha Project?
Its 2025 filing lists Elise Tran (Ceo) and Siddharth Ananthakrishnan (CFO & Secretary).
What does The Aloha Project fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research.