Mildred Tyson Foundation
Invitation OnlyHonolulu, Hawaii · EIN 42-1575560 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $550 and $2,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
28% of grants went outside Hawaii.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keelikolani Renaissance Foundation | Honolulu, HI | Unrestricted Gift | $2,500 |
| Norwich University | Northfield, VT | Unrestricted Gift | $2,000 |
| Punahou School | Honolulu, HI | Unrestricted Gift | $1,500 |
| UCSF Foundation | San Francisco, CA | Unrestricted Gift | $1,000 |
| La Pietra - Hawaii School for Girls | Honolulu, HI | Unrestricted Gift | $660 |
| Honolulu Elks Foundation | Honolulu, HI | Unrestricted Gift | $550 |
| Hunakai Park Association | Honolulu, HI | Unrestricted Gift | $200 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($2,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,410 | 9 |
| 2024 | $15,053 | 20 |
| 2023 | $20,450 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611289349102541
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-1575560
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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