The Strong Foundation
Historical FunderHonolulu, Hawaii · EIN 99-0090807 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100,000 and $100,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | CAROL TOM |
|---|---|
| Address | P O BOX 3170, HONOLULU HI 96802 |
| Phone | 8086944525 |
| CAROL.TOM@BOH.COM | |
| Form and materials | TRUSTEE SPONSORSHIP IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR A GRANT. PROPOSALS THAT DON'T HAVE A TRUSTEE SPONSOR WILL BE DECLINED. SPONSORSHIP GENERALLY INCLUDES TRUSTEE INVOLVEMENT WITH THE CHARITY OR THE PROGRAM. |
| Deadlines | MARCH IST. |
| Restrictions | GRANTS ARE MADE TO HAWAII 501(C)(3) CHARITIES ONLY. GRANTS ARE PREDOMINANTLY FOR CAPITAL NEEDS AND OF A MAJOR NATURE. GRANTS ARE PRIMARILY YOUTH ORIENTED. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic Community Solutions | Waianae, HI | Puuhonua o waianae farming village | $200,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaii | Honolulu, HI | Hawai'i mentoring center | $100,000 |
| Haku Baldwin Center | Makawao, HI | Capital improvements to enhance equine-assisted programs for maui's youth | $100,000 |
| Hawaiian Mission Children's Society | Honolulu, HI | Ho'opa'a: ensuring the safety and security of the hawaiian mission houses historic site and archives | $100,000 |
| Imua Family Services | Kahului, HI | Phase 1 construction of the imua discovery garden: imua outdoor inclusion preschool & parking lot | $100,000 |
| Kapiolani Health Foundation | Honolulu, HI | Martha b smith cancer & infusion center | $100,000 |
| Kimokeo Foundation | Wailuku, HI | Hawaiian cultural education site land acquisition capital project | $100,000 |
| Kona Historical Society | Captain Cook, HI | Capital grant | $100,000 |
| Lana'i Culture & Heritage Center | Lanai City, HI | Aina-Based education initiatives | $100,000 |
| Maui Health Foundation | Wailuku, HI | Housing for healthcare | $100,000 |
| Maui Youth Rodeo Organization | Kula, HI | National high school rodeo association finals | $100,000 |
| Maui Youth Rodeo Organization | Kula, HI | Pookela arena cover | $100,000 |
| Na Koa Manu Conservation Inc | Pukalani, HI | Maui forest bird recovery project | $100,000 |
| Sustainable Molokai | Kaunakakai, HI | Ohana food box | $100,000 |
| YWCA of Kauai | Lihue, HI | Wiwo'ole bridge housing | $100,000 |
| Mid-Pacific Institute | Honolulu, HI | Track & field capital grant | $50,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,650,000 | 16 |
| 2023 | $1,500,000 | 16 |
| 2022 | $1,595,000 | 23 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jul 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631879349100508
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 99-0090807
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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