The Dods Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dods Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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 grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.5 million the year before.
36% 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 | $1.5 million | 20 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 22 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
The Dods 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 The Dods Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 21 | $1.4 million |
| Missouri | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Hawaii Foundation | General operations | $1.1 million |
| Saint Louis School | General operations | $200,000 |
| Mid-Pacific Institute | General operations | $100,000 |
| Dynamic Community Solutions | General operations | $50,000 |
| Public Schools of Hawaii Foundation | General operations | $50,000 |
| Straub Foundation | General operations | $20,000 |
| Aloha United Way | General operations | $10,000 |
| Chaminade University of Honolulu | General operations | $5,000 |
| Child & Family Service | General operations | $5,000 |
| Donkey Mill Art Center | General operations | $5,000 |
| Hawaii Public Radio | General operations | $5,000 |
| Hawaii Women's Legal Foundation | General operations | $5,000 |
| Hawaii Youth Symphony | General operations | $5,000 |
| Henry Kapono Foundation | General operations | $5,000 |
| Honolulu Museum of Art | General operations | $5,000 |
| Mediation Center of the Pacific | General operations | $5,000 |
| Hawaii Contemporary | General operations | $2,500 |
| Hawaii Opera Theatre | General operations | $2,500 |
| Hawaii Symphony Orchestra | General operations | $2,500 |
| Read to Me International Foundation | General operations | $2,000 |
| Catholic Charities Hawaii | General operations | $1,000 |
| YMCA of Honolulu | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter A Dods Jr
- Walter A Dods III
- Christoper L Dods
- Peter D Dods
- Lauren S Dods
Questions people ask
Does The Dods Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dods Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Dods Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Walter A Dods Jr (Chairman/Pres/Treas/Sec/Dir), Walter A Dods III (Vice President/Director), Christoper L Dods (Vice President/Director) and Peter D Dods (Vice President/Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Dods Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.