Garmar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Garmar Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 27 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$28.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $725,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $595,000 | 24 | $15.8 million |
| 2023 | $595,000 | 24 | $19.9 million |
| 2024 | $725,000 | 20 | $23.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 27 | $28.6 million |
How to apply
Garmar 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 Garmar Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 27 | $1.1 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maui Foodbank | Unrestricted gift | $125,000 |
| Lahaina Restoration Foundation | Protecting & rebuilding | $100,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Maui | Unrestricted gift | $75,000 |
| Hawaii St Junior Golf | Unrestricted gift | $70,000 |
| Feed My Sheep | Unrestricted gift | $60,000 |
| Hawaii Canines for Independence | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Project Vision Hawaii | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Pihana Ka Ikena | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Wilcox Memorial Hospital Emergency Services | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Imua Family Services | Unrestricted give | $50,000 |
| Kapiolani Health Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Maui Humane Society | Unrestricted gift | $30,000 |
| Maui Farms | Unrestricted gift | $30,000 |
| Island School | Unrestricted gift | $30,000 |
| Hawaii Foodbank Kauai | Unrestricted gift | $30,000 |
| Mental Health Association in Hi | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Mental Health Association - Maui Division | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Maui Youth Rodeo Organization | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Maui Health Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Paia Youth and Cultural Center | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Friends of Auwahi Forest Restoration Project | Unrestricted gift | $15,000 |
| Haleakala Conservancy | Unrestricted gift | $15,000 |
| Kohala Center | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Aloha Ilio Rescue | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| A Cup of Cold Water | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Keawalai Congregational Church | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William H King
- Sheila King Hixon
- Charles G King
- Sherry King Neithammer
- Dylan Hixon
- William Garfield King
- Henry Rice
Questions people ask
Does Garmar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Garmar Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Garmar Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William H King (President/ Director), Sheila King Hixon (Vice President / Director), Charles G King (Secretary / Director) and Sherry King Neithammer (Treasurer / Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Garmar Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and animals.