White Opal Foundation
Preselected recipients only
White Opal Foundation is a private foundation in Haiku, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $44,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$44,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$215,181
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,600 the year before.
80% 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 | $30,000 | 2 | $232,923 |
| 2024 | $16,600 | 2 | $235,788 |
| 2025 | $44,500 | 5 | $215,181 |
How to apply
White Opal 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 1 | $30,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $3,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Earthfire Institute | General tax exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| The Hygeia Foundation | General tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Food in Acadiana | General tax exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay Inc | General tax exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Confidence Campaign | General tax exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Miriam Trahan
- Abigail Perrin
- Caroline Trahan
Questions people ask
Does White Opal Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does White Opal Foundation give?
$44,500 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs White Opal Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Miriam Trahan (Director, President, Treasurer), Abigail Perrin (Director, Vice President) and Caroline Trahan (Director, Secretary).