Kokua Na Lani
Historical FunderRedwood City, California · EIN 83-1663489 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | KOKUA NA LANI |
|---|---|
| Address | 889 WINSLOW ST, REDWOOD CITY CA 94063 |
| Phone | 6503644933 |
| Form and materials | N/A |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | ALL GIFTS ARE MADE PURSUANT TO TRUST INSTRUMENTS & IN THE DISCRETION OF THE TRUSTEE. |
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
45% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go2 Foundation | San Carlos, CA | Charitable support | $166,667 |
| University of San Diego | LA Jolla, CA | Charitable support | $125,000 |
| Kuki'o Ho'omana Fund | Kailuakona, HI | Charitable support | $100,000 |
| Giants Community Fund | San Francisco, CA | Charitable support | $75,000 |
| Best Buddies | Miami, FL | Charitable support | $20,000 |
| Eat Learn Play Foundation | Oakland, CA | Charitable support | $20,000 |
| Ucsf Benioff Childrens Hospital Foundation | San Francisco, CA | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Higher Ground Sun Valley | Ketchum, ID | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Uhiwai O Haleakala | Makawao, HI | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| The Food Basket | Hilo, HI | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Wego Foundation | Towson, MD | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Monkey Tail Ranch | Hollister, CA | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Lazarex Cancer Foundation | Danville, CA | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Jim Saunders Fund | Kailua Kona, HI | Charitable support | $7,500 |
| California Polytechnic State University | San Luis Obispo, CA | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Franklin Templeton Annual Heb Award Recepients | Largo, CA | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Addiction Education Society | San Mateo, CA | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Catalino Tapia Scholarship Foundation | San Carlos, CA | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Dreams33 | Redwood City, CA | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Free Dive Safety | Kailua Kona, HI | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Hip Agriculture | Kapaau, HI | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Queens Health System | Honolulu, HI | Charitable support | $5,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go2 Foundation | San Carlos, CA | Charitable support | $666,668 |
| University of San Diego | LA Jolla, CA | Charitable support | $375,000 |
| Kuki'o Ho'omana Fund | Kailuakona, HI | Charitable support | $60,000 |
| California Polytechnic State University | San Luis Obispo, CA | Charitable support | $15,000 |
| Franklin Templeton Annual Heb Award Recepients | Largo, CA | Charitable support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $624,167 | 27 |
| 2023 | $737,390 | 30 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533189349102823
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-1663489
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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