W T Yoshimoto Foundation Char Tr Co-Tr
Preselected recipients only
W T Yoshimoto Foundation Char Tr Co-Tr is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $320,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $125,000 and the largest $165,000. 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$320,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$125,000
- Largest grant$165,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $240,000 the year before.
33% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $225,000 | 2 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $240,000 | 2 | $6.2 million |
| 2025 | $320,000 | 3 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
W T Yoshimoto Foundation Char Tr Co-Tr 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 W T Yoshimoto Foundation Char Tr Co-Tr funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $165,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $125,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Museum of Nature and Science | Presentation/maintenance/sc | $165,000 |
| Zoological Society of San Diego | African elephant | $125,000 |
| University of Hawaii Foundation | General use of the charity | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- First Hawaiian Bank
- Wendell W S Kam
- Jeannie V Davidson
Questions people ask
Does W T Yoshimoto Foundation Char Tr Co-Tr accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does W T Yoshimoto Foundation Char Tr Co-Tr give?
$320,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $125,000.
Who runs W T Yoshimoto Foundation Char Tr Co-Tr?
Its 2025 filing lists First Hawaiian Bank (Trustee), Wendell W S Kam (Trustee) and Jeannie V Davidson (Trustee).
What does W T Yoshimoto Foundation Char Tr Co-Tr fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, arts and culture and environment and conservation.