Waimea Educational & Cultural Association
Accepts applications
Waimea Educational & Cultural Association is a private foundation in Waimea, Hawaii. In tax year 2024 it gave $15,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $3,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$15,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$463,729
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was down from $22,000 the year before.
47% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,000 | 17 | $429,157 |
| 2024 | $15,000 | 16 | $463,729 |
How to apply
| Contact | Waimea Educational Cultural Assoc P O Box 595, Waimea, HI 96796 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (808) 338-1425 |
| What to submit | Written, including purpose and amount |
| Restrictions | For the benefit of waimea, Hawaii - educational and cultural purposes |
What Waimea Educational & Cultural Association funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 11 | $13,000 |
| Arizona | 3 | $3,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $1,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Hawaii Manoa | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| American Intercontnental University | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| College of Southern Nevada | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Honolulu Community College | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Waimea Senior Center | General | $1,000 |
| Waimea United Church of Christ | General | $1,000 |
| Kauai Community College | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| New Mexico Highlands University | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Northern Arizona University | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Waimea Shingon Mission | General | $1,000 |
| Waimea Ucc Cemetery | Cemetary maintenance | $1,000 |
| Waimea Youth Baseball | General | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Waimea Hongwanji Church | General | $1,000 |
| University of Hawaii at Hilo | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Grand Canyon University | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Yukie Okino
- Brian Yamase
- Ray Ishihara
- Calvin Shirai
- Robert T Tanita
- Clyde Nakaya
Questions people ask
Does Waimea Educational & Cultural Association accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Waimea Educational & Cultural Association give?
$15,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Waimea Educational & Cultural Association?
Its 2024 filing lists Yukie Okino (Secretary), Brian Yamase (Director), Ray Ishihara (Director) and Calvin Shirai (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Waimea Educational & Cultural Association fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.