Nakasone Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nakasone Family Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $102,250 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,375 and the largest $60,250. 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$102,250
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,375
- Largest grant$60,250
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was down from $112,900 the year before.
23% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $112,900 | 22 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $102,250 | 22 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Nakasone Family 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 Nakasone Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $82,250 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $7,500 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $2,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Claremont McKenna College | Support | $60,250 |
| V Foundation for Cancer Research | Support | $7,500 |
| Santa Barbara Foundation | Support | $5,000 |
| Cottage Hospital Foundation | Support | $5,000 |
| Mayfield Junior School | Support | $2,500 |
| Mayfield Senior School | Support | $2,500 |
| Japanese American Museum | Support | $2,000 |
| Direct Relief International | Support | $2,000 |
| Forgetme Not Foundation | Support | $2,000 |
| Ben Franklin Middle School | Support | $1,500 |
| Ridgewood High School Alumni Assoc | Support | $1,500 |
| University High School | Support | $1,250 |
| Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School | Support | $1,250 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | Support | $1,000 |
| Bowdoin College | Support | $1,000 |
| Amos Tuck School Dartmouth | Support | $1,000 |
| Cancer Center of Santa Barbara | Support | $1,000 |
| University of Chicago GSB | Support | $1,000 |
| One 805 Inc Public Charity | Support | $1,000 |
| Dbsa | Support | $1,000 |
| Cornell Law School Annual | Support | $500 |
| Denison Annual Fund | Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert C Nakasone
- Mary Lynn Nakasone
- Anna N Topham
- Robert T Nakasone
- Sarah N Nakasone
- Thomas A Nakasone
- Reed W Topham
Questions people ask
Does Nakasone Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nakasone Family Foundation give?
$102,250 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,375.
Who runs Nakasone Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert C Nakasone (Pres/Direct), Mary Lynn Nakasone (Vp/Director), Anna N Topham (Treasurer/Di) and Robert T Nakasone (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Nakasone Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.