The Public Health Fund
Accepts applications
The Public Health Fund is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2024 it gave $130,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$130,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $100,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $110,000 | 6 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $100,000 | 3 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $130,000 | 7 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Public Health Fund 733 Bishop Street Suite 1200, Honolulu, HI 96813 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (808) 545-4300, phf@cochawaii.org |
| What to submit | Completed application form and a detailed description of the proposed project. |
| Deadlines | The deadlines for submitting grant proposals every year are june 15 and december 15 |
| Restrictions | Grant should be used for promotion and maintenance of the health of the city and county of honolulu. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Public Health Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 7 | $130,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Waimanalo Health Center | For waimanalo health center's medical and dental assistant training program | $50,000 |
| Waipahu Community Association | Waipahu safe haven grant | $20,000 |
| Ibounce Up Inc | Mental health training for at-risk youth in honolulu | $20,000 |
| Downtown Art Center | Grant for art workshops for at-risk young and young adults | $10,000 |
| Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Hawaii | Mentoring and coaching for at-risk youth in honolulu | $10,000 |
| Domestic Violence Action Center | Workshops for domestic violence survivors | $10,000 |
| Susannah Wesley Community Center | Free food pantry and support services in kalihi | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii
- Ku'uhaku Park
- David Okabe
- Mike Ching
- Denise Hayashi Yamaguchi
- Galen Nakamura
- John Aeto
- Christine Beaule
- Manu Bermudes
- Tran Chinery
- Trini Kaopuiki Clark
- Heather Cutter
- Dennis Christianson
- Michele Leon-Guerrero
- Butch Galdeira
Questions people ask
Does The Public Health Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: The deadlines for submitting grant proposals every year are june 15 and december 15.
How much does The Public Health Fund give?
$130,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Public Health Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii (Trustee), Ku'uhaku Park (Past Chair), David Okabe (Chair) and Mike Ching (Chair-Elect) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does The Public Health Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and community development.