Private foundation · EIN 32-6577986 · Honolulu, Hawaii · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Edna L Covalt Charitable Tr

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 3 grants paid, $75K total, median $25K. 100% of grants stayed in Hawaii.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
3
$75K
Median grant
$25K
Stays in HI
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.7M

Grants paid in 2024

3 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Hawaii FoodbankLihue, HIFood 4 keiki school pantry$30K
Hawaii Meals on WheelsHonolulu, HIMedically tailored meals$25K
Kauai FoodbankLihue, HIKupuna program & expansion$20K

About this foundation

Edna L Covalt Charitable Tr is a private grantmaking foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii, administered in care of Bank of Hawaii, tax-exempt since 2021. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Edna L Covalt Charitable Tr accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Edna L Covalt Charitable Tr give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $75K across 3 grants, a median of $25K.

Where does Edna L Covalt Charitable Tr give?

Hawaii (3 grants), per its latest filing.

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