Central Pacific Bank Foundation
Accepts applications
Central Pacific Bank Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $816,461 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $110,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$816,461
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$9.9 million
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2025 was up from $662,253 the year before.
51% 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 | $1.2 million | 98 | $9.3 million |
| 2024 | $662,253 | 71 | $9.7 million |
| 2025 | $816,461 | 41 | $9.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Central Pacific Bank 220 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (808) 544-0500, cpbfoundation@cpb.bank |
| What to submit | For more information regarding application please email cpbfoundation@cpb.bank. |
| Restrictions | Applications are only accepted online and must include the following attachments: - organization's income statement (or profit/loss statement) for the most recent completed fiscal year. - audited financial statements are preferred but not required. - local units of national organizations must submit local unit financial information. * complete the online application and attach the required documents. Additional documents that are not required on the application will not be considered. To be eligible, organizations must be: - a registered 501(c)(3) - in existence at least two years, and - in stable financial condition. For more information, please email cpbfoundation@cpb.bank. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Central Pacific Bank Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 37 | $741,461 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aio Foundation | Hui mahi' ai 'aina project | $110,000 |
| Young Men's Christian Association of Honolulu | Catalyst for community - YMCA of honolulu capital campaign | $100,000 |
| Aloha United Way Inc | General support | $71,507 |
| Hawaii Executive Collaborative | Support "rediscovering hawaii's soul" initiative | $50,000 |
| US - Japan Council | General support | $50,000 |
| Hawaii Executive Collaborative | 2025 hawaii executive conference & climate initiative | $35,000 |
| Blood Bank of Hawaii | Blood bank of hawaii relocation | $25,000 |
| Downtown Athletic Club of Hawaii | Support university of hawaii football | $25,000 |
| Lunalilo Home | General support | $25,000 |
| Mid-Pacific Institute | Construction of new track & field | $25,000 |
| University of Hawaii Foundation | Support uhero, the economic research organization at the university of hawaii | $25,000 |
| Goodwill Industries of Hawaii Inc | Goodwill hawaii - hilo campus | $20,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Honolulu hope gala sponsorship | $15,000 |
| Hale Mahaolu | General support | $15,000 |
| Holomua Collective | General support | $15,000 |
| St Francis Healthcare Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Teach for America | Tfa hawaii fy25 early literacy initiatives | $15,000 |
| The Institute for Human Services | General support | $15,000 |
| True Initiative | General support | $15,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaii | New mentoring center capital campaign | $10,000 |
| Child and Family Service | General support | $10,000 |
| Domestic Violence Action Center | Dvac 31st annual men's march against violence | $10,000 |
| Hawaii Symphony Orchestra | Hso 2025 meet the music | $10,000 |
| Hawaii United Okinawan Association | 125th anniversary of okinawan immigration to hawaii & 43rd annual okinawan festival | $10,000 |
| Hawaiian Community Assets Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Honolulu Biennial Foundation (DBA Hawaii Contemporary) | Hawaii triennial | $10,000 |
| Kaibigan NG Lahaina | Kaibigan ng lahaina palengke market | $8,000 |
| ID8 | The 100th, seeds of aloha film | $7,500 |
| Soto Mission of Aiea | General support | $7,000 |
| Hawaii Community Foundation | Scholarship fund | $6,954 |
| A'ali'i Mentoring | General support | $5,000 |
| Hawaii Academy of Science | General support | $5,000 |
| Hika'alani Fka Naonealaa | Kulana 'ike kupuna initiative | $5,000 |
| Hui Ho'oleimaluo | General support | $5,000 |
| Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii | Irrasshai: eat, drink, kanpai! Jcch annual fundraiser | $5,000 |
| Kristi Yamaguchi's Always Dream | Kristi yamaguchi always dream always reading | $5,000 |
| Kuakini Foundation | 20th annual holiday trees & treasures | $5,000 |
| Pa'i Foundation | Pai'i art wall in cpb tidepools | $5,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | General support | $5,000 |
| University of Hawaii Foundation | Shidler business night 2025 | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- A Catherine Ngo
- David Morimoto
- Glenn Ching
- Dayna Matsumoto
- Anna Hu
- Brandt Farias
- Scott Hino
Questions people ask
Does Central Pacific Bank Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Central Pacific Bank Foundation give?
$816,461 in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Central Pacific Bank Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists A Catherine Ngo (President), David Morimoto (Vice President, Treasurer), Glenn Ching (Vice President, Secretary) and Dayna Matsumoto (Vice President, Assistant Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Central Pacific Bank Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and education.