Hiland Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hiland Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $475,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$475,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $285,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $300,000 | 7 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $285,000 | 10 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $475,000 | 9 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
Hiland 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 Hiland Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 7 | $355,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Oregon | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Maui Arts & Cultural Center | General support | $100,000 |
| American Red Cross Office of the General Counsel | Relief support | $100,000 |
| Hawaii Public Radio | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Hawaii Public Television Foundation | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Irvine Barclay Theatre | Hawaiian music series | $25,000 |
| Balboa Yacht Club Maritime Sciences and Seamanship Foundation | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Waimea Hawaiian Homesteaders Association | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Maui Community Theatre | General contribution | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of Hawaii
Questions people ask
Does Hiland Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hiland Foundation give?
$475,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Hiland Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of Hawaii (Trustee).
What does Hiland Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.