Wally Yonamine Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wally Yonamine Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $13,000. 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$26,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$13,000
- Assets$282,001
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $10,000 | 1 | $202,727 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 1 | $236,620 |
| 2025 | $26,000 | 3 | $282,001 |
How to apply
Wally Yonamine 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 Wally Yonamine Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 3 | $26,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii High School Athletic Associa | State baseball tournament sponsorship | $13,000 |
| University of Hawaii Baseball | State baseball tournament sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Individual | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wallis Yamamoto
- Amy Yonamine Roper
- Paul Yonamine
- Dennis Yamamoto
- Lynn Fujioka
Questions people ask
Does Wally Yonamine Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wally Yonamine Foundation give?
$26,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Wally Yonamine Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wallis Yamamoto (Secretary), Amy Yonamine Roper (President), Paul Yonamine (Vice President) and Dennis Yamamoto (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Wally Yonamine Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.