Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana
SERVING AND PERPETUATING SUSTAINABLE HAWAIIAN COMMUNITIES THROUGH EDUCATION WITH ALOHA.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$16.5M
+4.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$8.2M
+69.8% YoY
Grant Count
18
+12.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$453K
+51.0% YoY
About Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana
Based on IRS filings
Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana is a nonprofit organization focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in KAMUELA, HI. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $16.5M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 18 grants totaling $8.2M. Net investment income was $240.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $16,477,657 | $15,770,980 | $15,994,659 |
| Revenue | $7,811,596 | $8,382,056 | $4,696,155 |
| Expenses | $12,020,548 | $8,178,644 | $4,545,032 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $240 | $446 | $4,469 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
48 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Ahu Ili ($3,634,400), Ka Waihona O Ka Na'auao ($606,394), Kanu O Ka Aina New Century Public Charter School ($541,922).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| HAKIPU'U ACADEMY KANEOHE, HI | SUPPORT TO CHARTER SCHOOL | $163,683 |
| HALAU KU MANA PCS HONOLULU, HI | SUPPORT TO CHARTER SCHOOL | $217,739 |
| KA UMEKE KA'EO HIPCS HILO, HI | SUPPORT TO CHARTER SCHOOL | $294,742 |
| KA WAIHONA O KA NA'AUAO WAIANAE, HI | SUPPORT TO CHARTER SCHOOL | $606,394 |
| KAMAILE ACADEMY WAIANAE, HI | SUPPORT TO CHARTER SCHOOL | $398,403 |
| KANU O KA AINA NEW CENTURY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL KAMUELA, HI | SUPPORT TO CHARTER SCHOOL | $541,922 |
| KANUIKAPONO ANAHOLA, HI | SUPPORT TO CHARTER SCHOOL | $125,017 |
| KAWAIKINI NCPCS LIHUE, HI | SUPPORT TO CHARTER SCHOOL | $112,176 |
| KE ANA LAAHANA PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL HILO, HI | SUPPORT TO CHARTER SCHOOL | $206,788 |
| KE KULA 'O NAWAHIOKALANI'OPU'U IKI KEAAU, HI | SUPPORT TO CHARTER SCHOOL | $485,100 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| NANCY LEVENSON | SECRETARY | 40 | $112,962 |
| HANNAH SPRINGER | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| EDWARD TEIXEIRA | VICE PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| JUDY OLIVEIRA | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| DWIGHT TAKAMINE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TAFFI WISE | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 8 | $59,304 |
| MARY KATIE BENIONI | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 40 | $134,565 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana?
Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana is a nonprofit organization focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in KAMUELA, HI. It holds $16.5M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana?
As of 2024, Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana holds $16.5M in total assets with $7.8M in annual revenue. It awarded 18 grants totaling $8.2M in 2024.
Where does Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana operate?
Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana has awarded grants in Hawaii.
What size grants does Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana award?
In 2024, Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana awarded 18 grants totaling $8.2M — an average of about $453K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana's EIN?
Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 99-0352665. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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