The Hamashige Endowment
Accepts applications
The Hamashige Endowment is a private foundation in Wailuku, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $3,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$16,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$823,548
How to apply
| Contact | Robert Shishido 479 Kuikahi Drive, Wailuku, HI 96763 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (808) 283-0641, hopesan8@gmail.com |
| What to submit | The students must submit a transcript that shows they have achieved at least a 3.8 gpa. They also have to submit an essay, their acceptance letter to a college or university and recommendation letters. |
| Deadlines | Submission deadline is march 30th. |
| Restrictions | Students must show registration documents prior to receiving the award. |
What The Hamashige Endowment funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 9 | $16,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarshio | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Shishido
- Caitlin Shishido
- Royce Fujimoto
- Lehua Hope Hamashige
Questions people ask
Does The Hamashige Endowment accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Submission deadline is march 30th..
How much does The Hamashige Endowment give?
$16,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Hamashige Endowment?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Shishido (President), Caitlin Shishido (Vice Preside), Royce Fujimoto (Secretary) and Lehua Hope Hamashige (Treasurer).
What does The Hamashige Endowment fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.