Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Aiea, Hawaii
3 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Aiea, Hawaii, holding $7.4M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asian Research Foundationsince 2014 | $100K2 grants · 2024 | $50K | Preselected only | $1.3M |
| Ohuokalani Charitable Foundationsince 2002 | $75K7 grants · 2024 | $15K | Preselected only | $4.8M |
| American Carpet One Foundationsince 2007 | $68K9 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Yes | $1.3M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Hawaii
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateHawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts | Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Hawaii Council for the Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateHawaii Council for the Humanities | Hawaii Council for the Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Aiea, Hawaii?
Our directory lists 3 private grantmaking foundations in Aiea, Hawaii with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $7.4M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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