Ohuokalani Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ohuokalani Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Aiea, Hawaii. In tax year 2024 it gave $75,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$75,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $50,000 the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,000 | 5 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $75,000 | 7 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Ohuokalani 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.
What Ohuokalani Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 7 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Museum | To support programs for the preservation and promotion of the aboriginal hawaiian culture as it was from 1820-1920 | $15,000 |
| Hawaii Land Trust | To support conservation of hawai'i land, fauna and flora. We appreciate the great work hilt is doing in conservation across the islands | $15,000 |
| Honolulu Museum of Art | To support programs for the preservation and promotion of the aboriginal hawaiian culture as it was from 1820-1920 | $15,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | To support conservation of hawai'i land, fauna and flora | $15,000 |
| Manoa Heritage Center | To support preservation of hawaiian archeological sites | $5,000 |
| Punahou School | To support programs for ike hawai'i | $5,000 |
| Waimanalo Health Center | Support general operations and the dr. Charman j. Akina memorial scholarship | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michelle Akina
- Shelly Akina
- Shana Karras
Questions people ask
Does Ohuokalani Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ohuokalani Charitable Foundation give?
$75,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Ohuokalani Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michelle Akina (President/Director), Shelly Akina (Treasurer/Director) and Shana Karras (Secretary/Director).
What does Ohuokalani Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.