Chun Foundation in Memory of Say Chong Chun Chew Hoong Lum Chun & Bowman Chun
Historical FunderHonolulu, Hawaii · EIN 99-0312706 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | BANK OF HAWAII CHARITABLE FOUNDATIO |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 3170 DEPT 758, HONOLULU HI 96802 |
| Phone | 8086944399 |
| Form and materials | SUBMIT 4 COMPLETED SETS OF THE PROPOSAL CONTAINING: A) FUNDING REQUEST COVER SHEET B) PROPOSAL NARRATIVE - BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLICANT ORGANIZATION AND ITS PURPOSE - RESEARCH DESCRIPTION (HYPOTHESES, OBJECTIVES, METHODOLOGY, AND EXPECTED OUTCOMES) - IN LAYMEN'S TERMS - SIGNIFICANCE OF PROJECT: HOW IT RELATES TO THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE. - STATEMENT AS TO HOW THE RESEARCH RESULTS WILL BE USED OR MADE PUBLIC - THE DURATION OF TIME OVER WHICH FUNDS WILL BE NEEDED - INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROJECT DIRECTOR OR PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR - DISCLOSE ANY ADMINISTRATIVE FEE C) THESE 2 ITEMS MUST BE ATTACHED TO EACH OF THE 4 SETS OF THE PROPOSAL NARRATIVE: - PROJECT BUDGET - FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR LAST ACCOUNTING PERIOD D) ONE COPY OF THE FOLLOWING: - IRS DETERMINATION LETTER FOR THE ORGANIZATION DATED AFTER 1969 - CHARTER AND BYLAWS FOR THE ORGANIZATION IF A PROPOSAL HAS NEVER BEEN SUBMITTED TO THE FOUNDATION, OR IF THE DOCUMENTS HAVE BEEN REVISE |
| Deadlines | ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR DELIVERED BY APRIL 15TH. |
| Restrictions | - ONLY PROPOSALS FOR PROJECTS SUBMITTED BY ORGANIZATIONS DETERMINED TO BE TAX EXEMPT, PUBLICLY SUPPORTED AND CHARITABLE BY THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE AS A 501 (C)(3) ORGANIZATION, OR A UNIT OF GOVERNMENT WILL BE REVIEWED. - PROPOSALS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR EITHER RESEARCH (BASIC OR CLINICAL RESEARCH); OR MEDICAL CARE. - INDIRECT AND/OR ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS ARE LIMITED TO 5% OF THE PROJECT/PROGRAM BUDGET. - ALL RECIPIENT ORGANIZATIONS SHOULD PLAN TO SUBMIT A FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PROJECT OR PROGRAM FOR THE PERIOD IN WHICH GRANT MONIES WERE SPENT (BUT NO LESS OFTEN THAN ANNUALLY) AND A BRIEF NARRATIVE REPORT DESCRIBING THE PROCESS, COMPLETION OR SUMMARY OF THE FUNDED PROJECT OR PROGRAM. ORGANIZATIONS THAT FAIL TO SUBMIT PROGRESS REPORTS OR A FINAL REPORT MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDING. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Hawaii.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Hawaii | Honolulu, HI | Charitable grant to university of hawaii office of research services inhibition to augment immunotherapy of hepatoblastoma. | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $24,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 18, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543219349109004
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 99-0312706
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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