Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge
To support native hawaiian forest habitats such as hakalau forest national wildlife refuge in terms of restoring, protecting and conserving biological diversity at both the hakalau and kona forest untis. Particular emphisis is focused on saving endangered bird and plant species, while simultaneously providing wildlife dependent recreation such as wildlife observations and photography, environmental education and interpretation, cultural experiences and scientific research.
Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge at a glance
In short: Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge gave $192K across 3 grants in 2025 (avg $64K), mostly in Hawaii. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $191,589
- Grants made (2025)
- 3
- Average grant
- $63,863
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $387,231
- +188.9% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Hawaii (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Hawaii Community Foundation ($150K). Together the top 3 received $192K.
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 3 (67%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 3 grants totaling $192K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Community Foundation Honolulu, HI | Hakalau Forest Management Endowment | $149,589 |
| Univ of Hawaii Foundation Honolulu, HI | Avian Malaria Early Warning Project | $25,000 |
| Akaka Foundation for Tropical Hilo, HI | To Purchase Used Van | $17,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $387,231 | $492,639 | $258,625 | $191,589 | 3 | $389 |
| 2024 | $134,036 | $70,385 | $55,135 | — | — | — |
About Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge
Based on IRS filings
Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Hilo, HI. IRS filing data is available from 2024 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $387K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 3 grants totaling $192K. Net investment income was $389.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge is led by Peter Stive, President on the 2025 filing; none of the 13 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Peter Stive
President
New on the 2025 filing
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Alyssa Macdonald
Vice President
Technical Director → Vice President, 2025
On filings since 2024
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Debbie Anderson
Board Member
President → Board Member, 2025
On filings since 2024
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jane Mayo
Board Member
Membership Manager → Board Member, 2025
On filings since 2024
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Joseph Vierra
Controller
Treasurer → Controller, 2025
On filings since 2024
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Peter Young
Board Member
On filings since 2024
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sharon Scott
Board Member
Endowment Manager → Board Member, 2025
On filings since 2024
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Susan Miyasaka
Secretary
On filings since 2024
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bruce Omori
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christopher Yuen
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Pat Hart
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Phil Tinguely
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
William Stormont
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Beth DeYoung (2024) — Merchandise Manager
- Former: Marcia Stone (2024) — Assistant Treasurer
- Former: Pete Stine (2024) — Vice President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge
How much does Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge give each year?
Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge gave $192K across 3 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
What is Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge's typical grant size?
Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge's median grant in 2025 was $25,000, and its average grant was $63,863, across 3 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge give grants?
Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge gives mostly in Hawaii: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Honolulu, HI (2 grants).
Does Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 3 grants with a stated purpose on Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
How large is Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge?
Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge reported $387K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $493K.
What is Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge?
Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Hilo, HI. It holds $387K in total assets as of 2025.
What is Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge's EIN?
Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 68-0634915. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 8, 2026)
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