The Laulima Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Laulima Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $118,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$118,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$279,376
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $115,000 | 6 | $213,132 |
| 2025 | $118,500 | 8 | $279,376 |
How to apply
The Laulima 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 The Laulima Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 7 | $106,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Technology Academy | Support for 2025-2026 hawaii center for youth philanthropy program | $20,000 |
| Kailua High School | Support for 2025-2026 hawaii center for youth philanthropy program | $20,000 |
| Le Jardin Academy | Support for 2025-2026 hawaii center for youth philanthropy program | $20,000 |
| St Andrew's Schools | Support for 2025-2026 hawaii center for youth philanthropy program | $20,000 |
| James B Castle High School | Support for 2025-2026 hawaii center for youth philanthropy program | $20,000 |
| Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum | Support for the new mexican gray wolf exhibit. | $12,500 |
| Dreamhouse Ewa Beach Public Charter School | Support for 2025-2026 hawaii center for youth philanthropy program | $3,000 |
| Hongwanji Mission School | Support for 2025-2026 hawaii center for youth philanthropy program | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Theodore M Rachlin
- Kaila Rachlin
Questions people ask
Does The Laulima Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Laulima Charitable Foundation give?
$118,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Laulima Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Theodore M Rachlin (Trustee) and Kaila Rachlin (Trustee).
What does The Laulima Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.