The Okinaga Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Okinaga Foundation is a private foundation in Garden City, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $490,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $140,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$490,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$140,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$8.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $766,000 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $100,000 | 1 | $8.6 million |
| 2023 | $766,000 | 3 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $490,000 | 3 | $8.6 million |
How to apply
The Okinaga 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 The Okinaga Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Massachusetts. It also paid $390,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Teikyo University of Japan in Durham | Educational support | $250,000 |
| Teikyo (Malaysia) SDN BHD | Educational support | $140,000 |
| Harvard School of Public Health | Educational support | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mr Yoshihito Okinaga
- Dr Hiroko Okinaga
- Ms Michiko Ito Crampe
- Mr Tomoatsu Inoue
Questions people ask
Does The Okinaga Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Okinaga Foundation give?
$490,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $140,000.
Who runs The Okinaga Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mr Yoshihito Okinaga (Chairman), Dr Hiroko Okinaga (President/Treasurer), Ms Michiko Ito Crampe (Secretary) and Mr Tomoatsu Inoue (Trustee).
What does The Okinaga Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and health.