Gary O Galiher Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gary O Galiher Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.1 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $22,000 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$22,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$10.7 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
54% 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 | $1.2 million | 13 | $10.7 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 13 | $10.7 million |
How to apply
Gary O Galiher Foundation Inc 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 Gary O Galiher Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 10 | $2.0 million |
| California | 2 | $22,001 |
| Georgia | 1 | $26 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Hawai'i Foundation - Endowed Professorship | To contrubute cash to the support of the organization. | $1.3 million |
| University of Hawai'i Foundation - Hcamp Hutt Pledges | To contrubute cash to the support of the organization. | $350,000 |
| University of Hawai'i Foundation - Womens Basketball | To contrubute cash to the support of the organization. | $140,000 |
| Hawaii Foodbank | To contrubute cash to the support of the organization. | $100,000 |
| HP Baldwin Highschool Foundation | To contrubute cash to the support of the organization. | $45,000 |
| Molokai High School Robotics | To contrubute cash to the support of the organization. | $26,500 |
| The Hack Foundation | To contrubute cash to the support of the organization. | $22,000 |
| 'Ainapa's Wrestling Team | To contrubute cash to the support of the organization. | $15,000 |
| Maui Economic Development Boad Inc | To contrubute cash to the support of the organization. | $12,240 |
| Molokai Boys & Girls Basketball Booster | To contrubute cash to the support of the organization. | $12,000 |
| Kilohana Surf Program | To contrubute cash and goods to the support of the organization. | $3,780 |
| Schedule K-1 Signaturefd Private Equity Fund - Charitable Contributions | Contributions made from passthrough. To contrubute cash to the support of the organization. | $26 |
| Schedule K-1 White Oak Fixed Income Fund C LP - Charitable Contributions | Contributions made from passthrough. To contrubute cash to the support of the organization. | $1 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Monica
- Willis Choy
- Debra Sakata
Questions people ask
Does Gary O Galiher Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gary O Galiher Foundation Inc give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $22,000.
Who runs Gary O Galiher Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Linda Monica (President), Willis Choy (Vice President) and Debra Sakata (Secretary/ Treasurer).
What does Gary O Galiher Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.