AES Hawaii Foundation
Invitation OnlyKailua, Hawaii · EIN 87-3898365 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$249K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$5,530
Total assets$2.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,500 and $15,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
6% of grants went outside Hawaii.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Agricultural Research Center | Kunia, HI | Phase 2 Agrivoltaic Research in Hawaii | $100,000 |
| Makaha Learning Center | Waianae, HI | Supported launch of the Solar PV 101 program | $48,000 |
| Searider Productions Foundation | Waianae, HI | Purchase of tech equipment for students | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui | Kahului, HI | Provided STEM kits for clubhouse members | $15,000 |
| University of Hawaii Foundation | Honolulu, HI | Support of the Onizuka Day of Exploration community event | $10,526 |
| Living Pono Project | Paia, HI | Equipment and supplies for agricultural and conservation programs | $10,400 |
| Kako o Oiwi | Kaneohe, HI | Support of Hawaiian cultural activities | $10,000 |
| ClimbHI | Honolulu, HI | Service excellence program for students | $5,530 |
| Garden Island Resource Conservation & Development Inc | Hanapepe, HI | Public School Education on Native Forest Bird Conservation on Kaua'i | $5,000 |
| Project Reach | Kahuku, HI | Students support to attend Oxford exchange St. John's College program | $5,000 |
| Trust for Public Lands | Los Angeles, CA | General donation - Naupaka level | $3,500 |
| Kahuku Elementary | Kahuku, HI | Support of school event for graduating students | $3,500 |
| Waianae Coast Community Foundation | Waianae, HI | Support of the Prince Kuhio Hula Festival | $2,880 |
| Maui Huliau Foundation | Haiku, HI | Climate Literacy Project | $2,500 |
| K&K Farms Foundation | Laie, HI | Farming support | $2,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Keiki Museum | Waikoloa, HI | Support of a renewable energy children's exhibit | $50,000 |
| Kuhiawaho | Pearl City, HI | Community workshops and volunteer days in their loi patch | $10,000 |
| Living Pono Project | Paia, HI | Equipment and supplies for agricultural and conservation programs | $10,000 |
| Kupu | Honolulu, HI | General Donation | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $248,836 | 19 |
| 2023 | $152,237 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533189349100503
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 87-3898365
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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