Fontel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fontel Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2024 it gave $59,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$59,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $59,000 the year before.
47% 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 | $59,000 | 19 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $59,000 | 19 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Fontel 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 Fontel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 12 | $34,000 |
| New York | 3 | $9,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Unity Church of Hawaii | Prayer and worship services | $5,000 |
| University of Arkansas | Student scholarships | $5,000 |
| Straub Foundation | Medical care | $5,000 |
| UNICEF | Global childrens aid | $5,000 |
| Hawaii Humane Society | Animal cruelty prevention | $5,000 |
| Navian | Hospice services | $5,000 |
| NJ Institute of Technology | Education scholarships | $5,000 |
| Hopestart | Feeding children in haiti | $3,000 |
| AARP | Programs for seniors | $3,000 |
| Habilitat | Addition treatment | $2,000 |
| Institute for Human Service | Resources for the homeless | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army | Care for heedy families | $2,000 |
| Sacred Hearts Academy | Student scholarships | $2,000 |
| Hawaii Food Bank | Food assistance | $2,000 |
| ACLU | Civil liberties | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Womens rights | $2,000 |
| Chamber Music Hi | Music education | $2,000 |
| Hale Kau Kau | Soup kitchen | $1,000 |
| Foundations International | Grants for human needs | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerome Berlinger
- Miriam Slate
- Joyce Birkland
Questions people ask
Does Fontel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fontel Foundation give?
$59,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Fontel Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jerome Berlinger (Chief Executive Officer), Miriam Slate (Chief Financial Officer) and Joyce Birkland (Director).
What does Fontel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and international.