West Hawaii Humane Society Inc
Historical FunderKailua Kona, Hawaii · EIN 99-0160184 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $35,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | SHARON SAKAI |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 1208, KAILUA KONA HI 96745 |
| Phone | 8089374132 |
| SHARONL.SAKAI@GMAIL.COM | |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ANNUALLY. EACH GRANT REQUEST IS CONSIDERED SEPARATELY, AND GRANTS ARE MADE BASED ON NEED AND AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS. |
| Deadlines | GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE GENERALLY ACCEPTED ONCE PER YEAR, ADDITIONAL REQUESTS MAY BE CONSIDERED. |
| Restrictions | GRANTS MUST ALIGN WITH THE MISSION AND VISION OF THE ORGANIZATION. |
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 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kohala Animal Relocation & Education Services Kares | Kamuela, HI | Support | $50,000 |
| Aloha Animal Oasis | Kailua Kona, HI | Support | $35,000 |
| Aloha Ilio Rescue | Keaau, HI | Support | $29,465 |
| Hawaii Wildlife Center | Kapaau, HI | Support | $25,000 |
| Aloha Animal Alliance | Kailua Kona, HI | Support | $20,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $159,465 | 5 |
| 2024 | $145,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $270,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612569349100401
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 99-0160184
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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