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Also known as: FKA THE KOSASA FOUNDATION
Provides general operating support and project-specific funding for nonprofits aligned with the foundation's mission of nurturing a sustainable environment and empowering younger generations.
Targeted funding for Hawaiʻi arts and culture nonprofits seeking to innovate or build organizational capacity for long-term sustainability. The program supports projects that attract new audiences, support early-career artists, and present underrepresented voices.
Kosasa Foundation is a private corporation based in HONOLULU, HI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1994. It holds total assets of $159.4M. Annual income is reported at $52.1M. According to available records, Kosasa Foundation has made 571 grants totaling $45.6M, with a median grant of $25K. Annual giving has grown from $2.5M in 2020 to $13.3M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2021 with $16.5M distributed across 213 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $2M, with an average award of $80K. The foundation has supported 194 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Hawaii, California, Washington, which account for 99% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 4 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Kosasa Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 571 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in HI, CA, WA.
Kosasa Foundation has distributed a total of $45.6M across 571 grants. The median grant size is $25K, with an average of $80K. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $2M.
FOR CHARITABLE, EDUCATIONAL, LITERARY, SCIENTIFIC AND RELIGIOUS PURPOSES EITHER DIRECTLY OR BY CONTRIBUTIONS TO ORGANIZATIONS UNDER IRC SECTION 501(C)(3) OF 1986, OR CORRESPONDING PROVISIONS OF ANY SUBSEQUENT FEDERAL TAX LAW.
Kosasa Foundation is headquartered in HONOLULU, HI. While based in HI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 4 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christine Van Bergeijk | CEO | $74K | $15K | $89K |
| Riki Morimoto | SPECIAL APPOINTERS | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tracy Ide | SPECIAL APPOINTERS | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Ian Kosasa | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Gloria Gainsley | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total Giving
$8.1M
Total Assets
$138.9M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$138.9M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
$23.2M
Net Investment Income
$917K
Distribution Amount
$7M
Total Grants
571
Total Giving
$45.6M
Average Grant
$80K
Median Grant
$25K
Unique Recipients
194
Most Common Grant
$50K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Life CenterCONSTRUCTION OF INTERIM HOUSING FOR WILDFIRE VICTIMS | Kahului, HI | $1M | 2023 |
| PatchGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS AND ECE WORKFORCE DEVELOPEMNT | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Hale Makua Health ServicesCAPITAL CAMPAIGN FOR NEW LONG TERM CARE FACILITY | Kahului, HI | $1M | 2023 |
| Dynamic Community SolutionsCAPITAL GRANT FOR BUILDING PERMANENT HOUSING FOR WAI`ANAE BOAT HARBOR HOMELESS VILLAGE | Waianae, HI | $1M | 2023 |
Supports projects that combine local knowledge with western science to improve specific environmental conditions. Funding is available for both small projects and larger strategic initiatives.
Support for capital campaigns for qualified 501(c)3 organizations in Hawaiʻi.
Focuses on supporting youth aged 16-24 who are not currently in school, job training, or employment, with the goal of fostering measurable reconnection to education or the workforce.
| Paul J Kosasa |
| PRES/TREAS/DIRECTOR |
| $0 |
| $0 |
| $0 |
| Susan M Kosasa | VP/SECY/DIREC | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Thomas S Kosasa | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Christian Gainsley | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa Gainsley | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lindsay Kosasa | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | 990PF | View |
| 2016 | 990PF | View |
| Hawaii Community FoundationCONTRIBUTION TO KOSASA FOUNDATION DONOR ADVISED FUND |
| Honolulu, HI |
| $500K |
| 2023 |
| Kuakini Medical CenterGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT - 5 YEAR COMMITMENT | Honolulu, HI | $500K | 2023 |
| Hawaiian Community AssetsSUPPORT FOR HOUSING STABILIZATION PROGRAM FOR ABC STORES EMPLOYEES | Honolulu, HI | $500K | 2023 |
| Koloa Early SchoolCAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS TO PAVILLION OF CHILDCARE CENTER IN KOLOA | Koloa, HI | $350K | 2023 |
| Realize ImpactSUPPORT FOR FARM LINK PROGRAM | Bainbridge Island, WA | $300K | 2023 |
| Saint Louis SchoolCAPITAL FOR NEW SCIENCE CLASSROOMS | Honolulu, HI | $250K | 2023 |
| Hawaiian Community LendingKANAKA ANTI-DISPLACEMENT FUND FOR NATIVE HAWAIIAN HOMEOWNERS IN WEST MAUI | Waimanalo, HI | $250K | 2023 |
| Le Jardin AcademyCAPITAL CAMPAIGN FOR CLASSROOMS | Kailua, HI | $250K | 2023 |
| KupuAMERICORP WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FOR WEST MAUI | Honolulu, HI | $250K | 2023 |
| Chaminade University Of HonoluluDESIGN TEACHING PRACTICUM FOR ECE GRADUATES | Honolulu, HI | $200K | 2023 |
| Hawaii Symphony OrchestraLOAN FORGIVENESS | Honolulu, HI | $171K | 2023 |
| Kukulu Kumuana O AnaholaCOMMUNITY AGRICULTURE PROGRAM TO PREVENT TEEN SUICIDES | Anahola, HI | $140K | 2023 |
| University Of Hawaii FoundationINSTITUTE OF SUSTAINABILITY & RESILIENCE | Honolulu, HI | $125K | 2023 |
| Ymca Of HonoluluCOLLEGE CAMP FOR 75 OAHU HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS | Honolulu, HI | $105K | 2023 |
| Aina MomonaREGENERATIVE AHUPUAA RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN KAAMOLA, MOLOKAI. | Kaunakakai, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Aloha Medical MissionSUPPORT FOR FREE DENTAL CLINIC FOR UNINSURED PEOPLE | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Hoola Na PuaPROGRAMMING FOR AT-RISK YOUTH | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Kokua Kalihi ValleyPROGRAMMING FOR AT-RISK YOUTH | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Malama MaunaluaDEVELOP FISH DATA PROTOCOLS AND MAKAI WATCH PROGRAM FOR MARINE RESOURCE PROTECTION AT MAUANALUA BAY. | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Polynesian Voyaging SocietySUPPORT FOR WORLDWIDE VOYAGE | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Pbs HawaiiSUPPORT FOR HIKI N | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Kapiolani Health FoundationCAPITAL CAMPAIGN FOR PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY INFUSION CENTER | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Imua Family ServicesEARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR WEST MAUI | Kahului, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Maryknoll SchoolRENOVATE AND IMPROVE BATCHELOT HALL AND TRANSFORM IT INTO A PERFORMING ARTS CENTER. | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Hui Malama I Ke Ala UliliREGENERATIVE AHUPUAA RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN KOHOLLELE, HAWAII ISLAND. | Paauilo, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Maui Hui MalamaPROGRAMMING FOR AT-RISK YOUTH | Wailuku, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Mental Health America Of HawaiiPROGRAM SUPPORT FOR MENTAL HEALTH TRAININGS FOR YOUTH | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Partners In Development FoundationPROGRAMMING FOR AT-RISK YOUTH | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Hawaii Childrens Action NetworkDESIGN AND LAUNCH OF EARLY CHILDHOOD WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT POLICY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Hawaii Cord Blood BankGENERAL OPERATIONS SUPPORT | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Purple Maia FoundationPROGRAMMING FOR AT-RISK YOUTH | Aiea, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Blood Bank Of HawaiiADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Adult Friends For YouthPROGRAM SUPPORT FOR AT-RISK YOUTH IN URBAN HONOLULU | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Hawaii FoodbankGENERAL OPERATIONS OF THE HAWAII FOODBANK LOCATED IN KALIHI SERVICING OAHU AND KAUAI | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Goodwill Industries Of Hawaii IncCAPITAL CAMPAIGN FOR PURCHASE OF ELECTRIC CARGO TRUCK | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of MauiPROGRAMMING FOR AT-RISK YOUTH | Kahului, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Epic Ohana IncPROGRAMMING FOR AT-RISK YOUTH | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| Waianae Community Redevelopment CorpPROGRAMMING FOR AT-RISK YOUTH | Waianae, HI | $100K | 2023 |
| The Nature ConservancyTO SUPPORT CLIMATE SOLUTIONS FUND FOR ALL ISLANDS | Honolulu, HI | $88K | 2023 |
| Mid-Pacific InstituteCAPITAL CAMPAIGN - TRANSFORMING DINING HALL | Honolulu, HI | $75K | 2023 |
| Hawaii FoodbasketGENERAL OPERATION OF THE HAWAII FOODBASKET LOCATED IN HILO AND KONA | Hilo, HI | $75K | 2023 |
| Maui FoodbankGENERAL OPERATIONS OF THE HAWAII FOODBANK LOCATED IN WAILUKU SERVICING MAUI, LANAI AND MOLOKAI | Wailuku, HI | $75K | 2023 |
| Center For Tomorrow'S LeadersLEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT FOR K-12 | Honolulu, HI | $75K | 2023 |
| Sustainable CoastlinesCOMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND ENGAGEMENT TO PROTECT NEAR-SHORE MARINE RESOURCES STATEWIDE. | Honolulu, HI | $73K | 2023 |
| Malama Pupukea-WaimeaIMPLEMENTATION OF MARINE MANAGEMENT PLAN IN PPKEA AND WAIMEA AHUPUAA ON OAHU. | Haleiwa, HI | $57K | 2023 |
| The Waipa FoundationCOMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY EVALUATION OF WAIPA PROGRAMS | Hanalei, HI | $55K | 2023 |
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