Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research
To benefit, perform the functions of, and carry out the purpose of Hawaii agriculture research center, a Hawaii nonprofit corporation, that is exclusively charitable, educational or scientific. To operate as a supporting organization with respect to the supported organization. To pursue such other activities as may be determined by the board of directors consistent with the requirements of irc sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(3). The corporation shall have all powers necessary and incidental to carrying out the purpose for which it has been formed.
Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research at a glance
In short: Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research gave $353K across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $353K), mostly in Hawaii. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $352,654
- +78.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $352,654
- +78.3% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $352,654
- Total assets
- $426,521
- -42.3% 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 Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Hawaii Agriculture Research Center ($353K).
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $250–500K range: 3 grants of 5 (60%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research gives
- Giving grew 177% from 2022 to 2025. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $107K (2020) to $360K (2021). In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $353K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Agriculture Research Center Kunia, HI | To Fund Required Pension Contribution. | $352,654 |
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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 | $426,521 | $42,694 | $357,193 | $352,654 | 1 | $42,694 |
| 2024 | $739,045 | $28,620 | $202,145 | $197,762 | 1 | $28,620 |
| 2023 | $863,777 | $-24,168 | $270,033 | $262,095 | 1 | $-24,168 |
| 2022 | $1,076,325 | $18,372 | $136,030 | $127,326 | 1 | $18,372 |
| 2021 | $1,379,985 | $13,334 | $362,382 | $360,000 | 1 | $13,334 |
| 2020 | $1,646,563 | $206 | $108,273 | $107,260 | 1 | $206 |
About Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research
Based on IRS filings
Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research is a public charity focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in Waipahu, HI. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $427K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 1 grant totaling $353K. Net investment income was $43K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research is led by Jason Brand, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 6 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Jason Brand
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan S. Durrett
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark Fox
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rick Volner Jr.
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stephanie A. Whalen
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Alice Tupou
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Alice Sharp (2020–2022) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research
How much does Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research give each year?
Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research gave $353K across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $198K across 1 grant.
How large is Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research?
Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research reported $427K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $43K.
What is Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research?
Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research is a public charity focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in Waipahu, HI. It holds $427K in total assets as of 2025.
Where does Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research operate?
Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research has awarded grants in Hawaii.
What is Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research's EIN?
Hawaii Foundation for Agriculture Research's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-2126224. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 14, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 16, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 14, 2024)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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