Aloha Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Aloha Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $10.6 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $270,000 and the largest $2.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$10.6 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$270,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9.8 million the year before.
46% 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 | $9.8 million | 18 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $10.6 million | 22 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
Aloha 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 Aloha Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $2.7 million |
| Rhode Island | 8 | $2.5 million |
| New York | 3 | $1.5 million |
| Virginia | 3 | $1.5 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Florida | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $250,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | Chair endowment | $2.0 million |
| Amos House | New women's program, convict reentry program, take out meals - COVID, software, emergenices; day programs | $1.3 million |
| Ami Kids | It, infrastructure, vocational programs, endowments | $1.0 million |
| Everytown for Gun Safety | Litigation programs | $1.0 million |
| Jefferson Scholar Foundation | Shadwell grant | $1.0 million |
| Planned Parenthood of Sne | Matching gift | $1.0 million |
| Nantucket Cottage Hospital | Wifi/xray, communication, a/c - founders hospital | $560,000 |
| Teach for America | Green fellowship | $450,000 |
| Brown University | Unrestricted | $353,000 |
| The Nature Conservacy of Ups | Planting trees for a healthy future. | $300,000 |
| Bradley Hospital Foundation | Outpatient programs | $270,000 |
| Rhode Island Community Food Bank | Support federal hill house, food supplies | $270,000 |
| John Hopkins | Lyme disease | $250,000 |
| Randolph College | Renovation of athletic center | $200,000 |
| Southside Community Land Trust | Building renovations | $200,000 |
| Farm Fresh Rhode Island | Building project | $100,000 |
| Great Harbor Yacht Foundation | Promoting the health of nantucket harbor and its marine ecosystems. | $100,000 |
| Syracuse University | Unrestricted | $90,341 |
| Nantucket Land & Water Council | Unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Montessori Global Growth Fund | Free the child's infinite potential by providing financial support to grassroots montessori initiatives in under-resourced communities globally. | $50,000 |
| Rhode Island Free Clinic | 2019/2020 vista volunteers programs | $31,250 |
| Rhode Island Gun Violence Education Fund | Gun violence education fund | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy B Naughton
Questions people ask
Does Aloha Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Aloha Foundation give?
$10.6 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $270,000.
Who runs Aloha Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Amy B Naughton (Trustee).
What does Aloha Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and food and hunger.