Mamoru & Aiko Takitani Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Mamoru & Aiko Takitani Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 164 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $350,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants164
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$34.5 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
43% 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 | $1.6 million | 165 | $31.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 164 | $34.5 million |
How to apply
Mamoru & Aiko Takitani 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Mamoru & Aiko Takitani Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 22 states, the most to Hawaii. It also paid $4,500 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 71 | $1.3 million |
| California | 26 | $78,580 |
| Oregon | 22 | $63,000 |
| Massachusetts | 6 | $22,000 |
| Washington | 6 | $21,500 |
| New York | 6 | $16,500 |
| Nevada | 4 | $12,500 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $11,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $8,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Hawai'i Foundation | Pledge grant #6 of 7 re: kcc culinary institute of the pacific | $350,000 |
| Iolani School | 2024 grant award to support ka'i program | $100,000 |
| University of Hawai'i Foundation | Q2 grant award #1 of 2 re mamoru takitani agriculture innovation fund | $100,000 |
| Chaminade University | Grant: scholarship program | $75,000 |
| St Anthony of Padua Church & School | 2024 grant: tuition support for sacred hearts students | $75,000 |
| Adventist Health Castle | Grant: surgical technician trainee program | $50,000 |
| Lahaina Hongwanji Mission | Gift imo mamoru & aiko takitani | $50,000 |
| Pacific Buddhist Academy | Grant imo aiko takitani: fin aid scholarships 2024-2025 | $50,000 |
| University of Hawaii Foundation | Grant #2 of 3 re rise housing scholarships | $50,000 |
| YMCA of Honolulu | Grant: college camp program | $50,000 |
| Pacific and Asian Affairs Council | 2024 grant: paac study tour scholarships & after school global studies classes | $45,000 |
| Children's Discovery Center | Grant: 2025 funding | $30,000 |
| Hawai'i Workforce Pipeline | Grant: honolulu work-based learning initiative | $25,000 |
| Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific Fo | Q2 grant award: preceptorship program | $25,000 |
| Volunteer Ally | First installment of grant to develop high school community service program and underaged service organization module on volunteer ally website. | $25,000 |
| Center for Tomorrow's Leaders | College scholarships for high school seniors who wone the vision lab project of the year. | $20,500 |
| A'ali'i Mentoring | Q2 grant award: scholarships | $12,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $8,000 |
| Hawaii Restaurant Association Educational | 2024 grant award: hraef scholarship program | $6,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Adventist Health Castle | Unrestricted fund. | $5,000 |
| Hawai'i International Film Festival | Q2 grant award : education programs for youth | $5,000 |
| Kick Start Karate | Scholarships for youth | $5,000 |
| Open Mind Yoga Hawaii | Unrestricted fund. | $5,000 |
| Puuwai Kila | Unrestricted fund. | $5,000 |
| University of Hawaii Foundation | Grant: uh hilo equine program fund (uhf acct #12495404) | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,080 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael W Perry
- Dr C Scott Wo
- Janice Luke Loo
- Karen Uno
- Stuart Ho
Questions people ask
Does Mamoru & Aiko Takitani Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mamoru & Aiko Takitani Foundation Inc give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 164 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Mamoru & Aiko Takitani Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael W Perry (Chairman & Director), Dr C Scott Wo (Vice Chairman, Treasurer, & Director), Janice Luke Loo (President & Director) and Karen Uno (Vice President, & Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Mamoru & Aiko Takitani Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.