James & Abigail Campbell Family
The James & Abigail Campbell Family Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) foundation established in 1980 and headquartered in Kapolei, Hawaii. The foundation was created to honor the legacy of James and Abigail Campbell and their commitment to Hawaii's communities and future well-being.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$30.8M
+15.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.6M
+80.1% YoY
Grant Count
26
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$62K
+80.1% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, James & Abigail Campbell Family reported a distributable amount of $1.5M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation gives primarily for:
- Programs that address the challenges of young people
- Public schools, early childhood education, and environmental stewardship
- Programs that promote values and the health and welfare of Hawaiians
Priority is given to programs located in or serving communities in West O'ahu, including Ewa/Ewa Beach, Kapolei, Makakilo, and the Wai'anae Coast.
Grantmaking
The foundation made 28 grants in 2024, including:
Average Grant
amount: approximately $41,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Hawaii, with particular emphasis on West O'ahu communities including Ewa/Ewa Beach, Kapolei, Makakilo, and the Wai'anae Coast. The foundation has also supported programs in Florida and the District of Columbia.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (2024):
- Total assets: $30,790,379
- Total revenues: $2,377,495
- Total expenses: $1,975,037
- Total giving: $1,608,737
Historical Growth:
- Total assets have grown from $18.6 million in 2011 to $30.8 million in 2024
- Annual giving has grown from $1.1 million in 2020 to $2.5 million in 2022
Liabilities: $0 (2023)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $30,790,379 | $26,664,318 | $22,774,223 |
| Revenue | $2,377,495 | $652,284 | $585,995 |
| Expenses | $1,975,037 | $1,234,489 | $1,620,749 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,652,554 | $934,277 | $1,269,973 |
| Net Investment Income | $311,811 | $183,811 | $14,256 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,454,979 | $1,222,109 | $1,295,371 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
134 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from James & Abigail Campbell Family
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Abigail Kuaihelani Campbell Donor Advised Fund ($771,150), The Food Basket Inc Hawai'i Island's Food Bank ($100,000), Boys and Girls Club of Hawaii ($100,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| EWA MAKAI MIDDLE SCHOOL EWA BEACH, HI | ESPORTS CLASSROOM FURNITURE & LIGHTING UPGRADE | $5,000 |
| KA WAIHONA O KA NA'AUAO PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL WAIANAE, HI | AVID NATIONAL CONFERENCE 2024 | $7,100 |
| GIRL SCOUTS OF HAWAI'I HONOLULU, HI | STEM SUMMER CAMP FOR WEST OAHU GIRLS | $10,000 |
| HAWAIIKIDSCAN WASHINGTON, DC | HAWAII TUTORING + | $10,000 |
| KALAELOA HERITAGE AND LEGACY FOUNDATION KAPOLEI, HI | LATERAL WATERLINE PROJECT | $10,000 |
| BEST BUDDIES INTERNATIONAL INC MIAMI, FL | HAWAII SOCIAL INCLUSION AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT - WEST OAHU | $12,500 |
| HAWAII YOUTH OPERA CHORUS HONOLULU, HI | E MELE KAKOU (MUSIC EDUCATION) FOR STUDENTS AT TWO WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS | $12,650 |
| HELPING HANDS HAWAII HONOLULU, HI | READY TO LEARN | $15,000 |
| READING IS FUNDAMENTAL HONOLULU INC HONOLULU, HI | READING MOTIVATION PROGRAM SY 24-25 | $20,000 |
| CATHOLIC CHARITIES HAWAI'I HONOLULU, HI | KUPUNA TO KAMALI'I | $20,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KEVIN E PENN | CEO/DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| WENDY B CRABB | PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JULIETTE K SHEEHAN | TREASURER/DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| RYAN K NOBRIGA | ASSISTANT TREASURER | 1 | — |
| MARION PHILPOTTS-MILLER | SECRETARY/DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LAUREN TOLENTINO | ASSISTANT SECRETARY | 12 | — |
| HELEN BAILEY LEDESMA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JONATHAN E STAUB | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MAHEALANI K CAMPBELL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KATHERINE K GROWNEY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has demonstrated sustained commitment to education and community development in Hawaii:
The University of Hawaiʻi-West O'ahu library was named the James & Abigail Campbell Library in October 2017, recognizing the Campbell family's decades of support of the university and education on the west side of Oahu.
Campbell awarded pair of state grants worth nearly $110K | News, Sports,The foundation supports initiatives including westside school leadership sessions, the West O'ahu bookmobile program, and training for the next generation of lifesavers to promote literacy and a love of reading.
The foundation has supported organizations including Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii, Hoa 'Āina O Mākaha Farm, and other community-based nonprofits focused on youth development and community welfare.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does James & Abigail Campbell Family fund?
The foundation gives primarily for: 1. **Programs that address the challenges of young people** 2. **Public schools, early childhood education, and environmental stewardship** 3. **Programs that promote values and the health and welfare of Hawaiians** Priority is given to programs located in or serving communities in West O'ahu, including Ewa/Ewa Beach, Kapolei, Makakilo, and the Wai'anae Coast.
How do I apply for a grant from James & Abigail Campbell Family?
**Grant Characteristics:** • Typical grant awards range from $5,000 to $771,150 • Average grant amount: approximately $41,000 • Median grant amount: $33,000 • Individual grants have ranged from $3,000 to $200,000 **Recent Grant Activity:** The foundation made 28 grants in 2024, including: • Ulu A'ae'e Learning Center: $100,000 (Ulu A'ae'e Project) • Boys and Girls Club of Hawaii: $100,000 (Hale Pono and Waianae Clubhouse) • River of Life Mission: $50,000 (Road To Redemption - Leeward Coast Hubs…
Where does James & Abigail Campbell Family make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Hawaii, with particular emphasis on West O'ahu communities including Ewa/Ewa Beach, Kapolei, Makakilo, and the Wai'anae Coast. The foundation has also supported programs in Florida and the District of Columbia.
What size grants does James & Abigail Campbell Family award?
In 2024, James & Abigail Campbell Family awarded 26 grants totaling $1.6M — an average of about $62K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is James & Abigail Campbell Family required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, James & Abigail Campbell Family reported a distributable amount of $1.5M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is James & Abigail Campbell Family's EIN?
James & Abigail Campbell Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 99-0203078. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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