The Earthshine Foundation
Historical FunderKamuela, Hawaii · EIN 68-0586978 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ANDREW CASTELLANO |
|---|---|
| Address | 66-84 KAUNAOA DR A35, KAMUELA HI 96743 |
| Phone | 9492801111 |
| info@earthshinefoundation.org | |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUESTS |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
33% of grants went outside Hawaii.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ak'ado'a Asu Foundation | Tempe, AZ | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Project Hawaii | Keaau, HI | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Puako Community Association | Kamuela, HI | General contribution | $1,000 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($27,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $43,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $55,600 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 7, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543119349100044
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 68-0586978
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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