Hawaii Foundation for the Blind
Preselected recipients only
Hawaii Foundation for the Blind is a private foundation in Kailuakona, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $155,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $77,500 and the largest $150,000. 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$155,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$77,500
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $390,366 the year before.
50% 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 | $211,813 | 2 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $390,366 | 1 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $155,000 | 2 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Hawaii Foundation for the Blind 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 Hawaii Foundation for the Blind funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 1 | $150,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Association of the Blind | To support the charitable missions of hawaii association of the blind. | $150,000 |
| Randolph Sheppard Vendors of America | Donation, to help assist paying expenses for sage brush conference 2025. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Art Cabanilla
- Howard Lesser
- Norman Ota
- Alan Kobayashi
- Natalie Barrett
- Walter Ishikawa
- Thomas Morikami
- Myles Tamashiro
- Wally Soares
- Antonio Vega
- Phillip Ana
- Marisen Olipares
Questions people ask
Does Hawaii Foundation for the Blind accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hawaii Foundation for the Blind give?
$155,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $77,500.
Who runs Hawaii Foundation for the Blind?
Its 2025 filing lists Art Cabanilla (President), Howard Lesser (First Vice President), Norman Ota (Second Vice President) and Alan Kobayashi (Treasurer) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does Hawaii Foundation for the Blind fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability and faith communities.