The Frost Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Frost Foundation is a private foundation in Lahaina, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $190,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$190,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $22,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $22,500 | 2 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $22,000 | 3 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $190,000 | 9 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
The Frost 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 Frost Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 7 | $175,000 |
| California | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | In support of community-based marine resource management, including limu and fishpond restorationinitiatives. | $40,000 |
| Individual | In support of Molokai fishpond restoration and Native Hawaiian resource management. | $30,000 |
| Individual | Hands-on school-based garden education to promote the expansion of food security in Hawaii. | $30,000 |
| Individual | In support of environmental legal advocacy, including Native Hawaiian water rights. | $25,000 |
| Focus For Democracy | In support of civic initiatives strengthening democratic participation. | $20,000 |
| Hawaii Institute of Pacific Agricul | In support of regenerative agriculture and food sovereignty initiatives in Hawai?i. | $15,000 |
| Honolulu Civil Beat Inc | In support of the expansion of climate reporting and Maui-focused local journalism. | $15,000 |
| Helping Heal the Earth | In support of earth healing practices and planetary healing work. | $10,000 |
| Helping Heal the Earth | In support of earth healing practices and planetary healing work. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deb Frost
Questions people ask
Does The Frost Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Frost Foundation give?
$190,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Frost Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deb Frost (President).
What does The Frost Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and food and hunger.