Empowerment Fund of Honolulu
Preselected recipients only
Empowerment Fund of Honolulu is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2024 it gave $57,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $37,500. 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$57,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$37,500
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $39,425 the year before.
57% 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 | $39,425 | 10 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $57,500 | 7 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Empowerment Fund of Honolulu 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 Empowerment Fund of Honolulu funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 6 | $56,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kapiolani Health Foundation | General grant | $37,500 |
| Iolani School | General grant | $5,000 |
| Malama Maunalua | General grant | $5,000 |
| Punahou School | General grant | $5,000 |
| Foundation of the Rotary Club of Honolulu | General grant | $2,500 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | General grant | $1,500 |
| Living Life Source Foundation | General grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brandon Morita
- Noreen Sumida
- Patricia Morita
Questions people ask
Does Empowerment Fund of Honolulu accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Empowerment Fund of Honolulu give?
$57,500 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Empowerment Fund of Honolulu?
Its 2024 filing lists Brandon Morita (President), Noreen Sumida (Secretary) and Patricia Morita (Vice President).
What does Empowerment Fund of Honolulu fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.