Matsunaga Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Matsunaga Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $8,300 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $4,150 and the largest $5,000. 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$8,300
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$4,150
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$127,653
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3,826 the year before.
100% 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 | $5,126 | 2 | $115,073 |
| 2024 | $3,826 | 3 | $124,625 |
| 2025 | $8,300 | 2 | $127,653 |
How to apply
Matsunaga Charitable 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Matsunaga Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 2 | $8,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Pietra (Hawaii School for Girls) | Cash contribution | $5,000 |
| National Kidney Foundation | Cash contribution | $3,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew M Matsunaga
- Guillaume D Maman
- Hannah H Matsunaga
- Sarah M Matsunaga
Questions people ask
Does Matsunaga Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Matsunaga Charitable Foundation give?
$8,300 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $4,150.
Who runs Matsunaga Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew M Matsunaga (Pres/Treas/Secretary/Dir), Guillaume D Maman (Chairman/Vp/Dir), Hannah H Matsunaga (Director) and Sarah M Matsunaga (Director).
What does Matsunaga Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.