Lga Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lga Family Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $930,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$930,000
- Assets$52.5 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.8 million 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 | $2.0 million | 14 | $38.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 13 | $46.5 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 21 | $52.5 million |
How to apply
Lga Family 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 Lga Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 2 | $990,000 |
| Hawaii | 12 | $685,000 |
| California | 6 | $345,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $930,000 |
| Hawaii Preparatory Academy | Gates performing arts | $250,000 |
| American Red Cross of Hawaii | General support | $150,000 |
| American Red Cross - Los Angeles | Assistance with california | $150,000 |
| Fort Lewis College Foundation | Soccer programs | $60,000 |
| Shriners Childrens Hospital Hawaii | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Long Beach | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Lyman House Memorial Museum | Unrestricted gift | $50,000 |
| Long Beach State Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $40,000 |
| Long Beach Public Library Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $30,000 |
| Hawaii Public Radio | General support | $30,000 |
| Food Finders Inc | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Parker School | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Future | Tutu's house program | $20,000 |
| The Food Basket Inc | Unrestricted gift | $15,000 |
| Feeding Hawaii Together | Unrestricted gift | $15,000 |
| Hawaii Foodbank | Unrestricted gift | $15,000 |
| Maui Food Bank | Unrestricted gift | $15,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Northern New England | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank C Atherton II
- Balbi A Brooks
- Marjory A Newell
Questions people ask
Does Lga Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lga Family Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Lga Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank C Atherton II (President/Director), Balbi A Brooks (Treasurer/Director) and Marjory A Newell (Secretary/Director).
What does Lga Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.