The O L Moore Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The O L Moore Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $116,600 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$116,600
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2024 was down from $147,000 the year before.
70% of its 2024 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 | $147,000 | 36 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $116,600 | 34 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
The O L Moore 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.
What The O L Moore Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 13 | $60,500 |
| Oregon | 8 | $24,100 |
| California | 7 | $11,700 |
| Florida | 2 | $8,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $3,800 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lahainaluna High School | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Ka Lima O Maui LTD | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Maui Nui Marine Resource Council Inc | General & Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Episcopal Diocese of Oregon | St. Bartholomew Church Beaverton - Sidewalk Improvement project | $5,000 |
| Lahaina Restoration Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Napili Kai Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Pacific University | Na Haumana O Hawai'i | $5,000 |
| The United Church of Christ | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| University of Florida Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Fiscal Sponsorship Allies Inc | Arketa Foundation | $3,800 |
| Ka Aha Lahui O Olekona | General & Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Amateur Athletic Union of the United States | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Sam Day Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| American Youth Soccer Organization | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Fiesta Island Dog Owners | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Lahainaluna High School Foundation | Lahainaluna High School Football | $2,000 |
| Lahainaluna High School Foundation | Charitable Event | $2,000 |
| Likes to Phundraise | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Mustard Seed Preschool | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| NA Koa Manu Conservation Inc | East Maui Watershed fund | $2,000 |
| National Tropical Botanical Garden | Kahanu Garden | $2,000 |
| Providence St Vincent Medical Foundation | Hospice programs | $2,000 |
| Surfrider Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Washburn Millerbots | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Loyola Marymount University | Scholarship fund that benefits students that are Native Hawaiian or from Hawaii-if none then Pacific Islanders scholarship fund | $1,600 |
| University of San Francisco | Fund for Native Hawaiian students/students from Hawaii - if none: Pacific Islander Scholarship Fund | $1,600 |
| Western Oregon University Development Foundation | Funds to men's basketball team | $1,600 |
| Friends of the Childrens Justice Center of Maui in | The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act students fund | $1,500 |
| Halau Hula Kauluokala Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Maui Strikers Soccer Club | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| State Democracy Project | Lahaina strong | $1,500 |
| Friends of Seal Beach Animal Care Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| PTA Hawaii Congress | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Trevor Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- D Brian Mahuna
- Deborah M Mahuna
- Peter E Mahuna
- Shawna Mahuna
- Sandra O Mahuna Kukahiko
- Joshua L Moore
- Thomas Thayer
Questions people ask
Does The O L Moore Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The O L Moore Foundation give?
$116,600 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The O L Moore Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists D Brian Mahuna (Dir), Deborah M Mahuna (Dir), Peter E Mahuna (Pres, Treas, Dir) and Shawna Mahuna (Dir, Sec) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The O L Moore Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and faith communities.