The Robert & Betty Wo Foundation
Accepts applications
The Robert & Betty Wo Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2024 it gave $225,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $75,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$225,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $231,500 the year before.
42% 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 | $235,500 | 15 | $342,999 |
| 2023 | $231,500 | 14 | $96,498 |
| 2024 | $225,000 | 12 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Co Foundation Board of Directors 702 S Beretania Street, Honolulu, HI 96813 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (808) 545-5966 |
| What to submit | No specified form at present |
| Deadlines | None at present |
| Restrictions | Educational, literary, religious or scientific programs or charitable work qualifying under irc 501(c)(3) |
What The Robert & Betty Wo Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 10 | $180,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $40,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Hawaii Foundation | General fund | $75,000 |
| The Queen's Health Systems | General fund | $50,000 |
| American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation Inc | General fund | $40,000 |
| Volunteer Ally | General fund | $25,000 |
| Community Church of Honolulu | General fund | $11,000 |
| Rehab Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| American Red Cross | General fund | $5,000 |
| Alliance for Choice in Education | General fund | $5,000 |
| Assets School | General fund | $3,500 |
| Central Union Church | General fund | $3,000 |
| Iolani School | General fund | $1,500 |
| The Pantry | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Craig Scott Wo
- Robert W Wo
- Wendell Wo
- Michael Wo
- Bennett Wo
Questions people ask
Does The Robert & Betty Wo Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: None at present.
How much does The Robert & Betty Wo Foundation give?
$225,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Robert & Betty Wo Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Craig Scott Wo (Pres/Dir), Robert W Wo (Vp/Dir), Wendell Wo (Sec/Dir) and Michael Wo (Treas/Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Robert & Betty Wo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.