The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens
The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens is a private foundation based in Honolulu, Hawaii. It reported 11 grants totaling $354,170 in 2024, including support for schools and education-related organizations in Hawaii and California.
The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens at a glance
In short: The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens gave $354K across 11 grants in 2024 (avg $32K), mostly in Hawaii. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $354,170
- +78.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 11
- -31.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $32,197
- +159.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,700
- Total assets
- $6,287,722
- +2.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Hawaii (98% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 10360, Honolulu, HI 96816
Phone: (808) 394-8120
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Hawaii Pacific Model United Nations Inc ($160K). Together the top 10 received $351K.
Grant Size Distribution
34 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 28 grants of 34 (82%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 98% of grant dollars went to recipients in Hawaii and 2% went to recipients in California.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens gives
- 64% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 1317% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 100% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $25K (2021) to $675K (2020). In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $354K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Pacific Model United Nations Inc Honolulu, HI | Unrestricted Fund | $160,000 |
| Hawaii Center for Youth Philanthropy Honolulu, HI | Program Development. | $100,000 |
| University Laboratory School Honolulu, HI | Grant awarded for universiry laboratory school (ULS) - peace & pilina program (sy2024-2025) | $25,000 |
| The Laulima Charitable Foundation (Via LCI) Honolulu, HI | Unrestricted | $23,170 |
| Hawaii Association of Independent Schools Honolulu, HI | For hais's schools of the future conference deib track development | $20,500 |
| Drew School San Francisco, CA | For drew school's travel & accommodations to the 2025 dei confrence | $5,700 |
| Island School Lihue, HI | For island school's travel & accommodations to the 2025 Hawaii pacmun conference. | $5,500 |
| Hanalani Schools Mililani, HI | Student scholarship to the national high school model united nations conference in New York city. | $5,000 |
| Hawaii Technology Academy Lihue, HI | For Hawaii technology academy's travel & accommodations to the 2025 dei conference. | $3,400 |
| Hawaii Preparatory Academy Waimea, HI | For Hawaii preparatory academy's travel & accommodations to the 2025 dei conference | $3,100 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,287,722 | $716,037 | $524,785 | $354,170 | 11 | $508,194 | $691,734 | $506,831 |
| 2023 | $6,137,810 | $347,593 | $388,526 | $198,422 | 16 | $363,667 | $350,621 | $473,155 |
| 2022 | $6,218,477 | $446,794 | $398,710 | $112,530 | 4 | $259,495 | $423,512 | $604,985 |
| 2021 | $6,160,103 | $-76,517 | $238,798 | $25,000 | 1 | $195,442 | $106,653 | $506,265 |
| 2020 | $6,360,175 | $-3,847,843 | $966,622 | $675,000 | 2 | — | $500,241 | $512,534 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens reported a distributable amount of $507K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included unrestricted support, program development, a school peace and pilina program, conference development, and travel or accommodations for students and schools attending conferences.
Among its grantees, the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools describes its work as advocating for independent education in Hawaii and strengthening its member schools. Drew School describes its mission as engaging students in intellectual discovery, developing their individual voices, and fostering empathy. Island School says it prepares students for productive lives as lifelong learners and provides a challenging curriculum and nurturing environment. Hanalani Schools describes itself as an independent Christian day school with a Bible-centered curriculum. Hawaii Preparatory Academy says it provides learning opportunities in a diverse community honoring Hawaii’s traditions. Parker School says it fosters confident, compassionate students prepared for college and engaged in their communities.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 11 grants totaling $354,170. Grant amounts ranged from $2,800 to $160,000, with a median grant of $5,700. The largest grants were $160,000 to Hawaii Pacific Model United Nations Inc. for unrestricted support and $100,000 to Hawaii Center for Youth Philanthropy for program development. Other notable awards included $25,000 to University Laboratory School for its Peace & Pilina program and $23,170 to The Laulima Charitable Foundation (via LCI) for unrestricted support. The foundation also awarded $20,500 to the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools for development of a DEIB track at its Schools of the Future Conference.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Theodore Rachlin as trustee.
The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens is led by Theodore Rachlin, Trustee on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Theodore Rachlin
Trustee
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens
How much does The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens give each year?
The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens gave $354K across 11 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $198K across 16 grants.
What is The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens's typical grant size?
The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens's median grant in 2024 was $5,700, and its average grant was $32,197, across 11 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens give grants?
The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens gives mostly in Hawaii: 98% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Honolulu, HI (5 grants) and Lihue, HI (2 grants).
Does The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens give general operating support?
Yes: 18% of The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (2 of 11) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens's largest grantees?
The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens's largest 2024 grantees include Hawaii Pacific Model United Nations Inc ($160,000), Hawaii Center for Youth Philanthropy ($100,000) and University Laboratory School ($25,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 80% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens?
The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens reported $6.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $508K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $507K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included unrestricted support, program development, a school peace and pilina program, conference development, and travel or accommodations for students and schools attending conferences. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens's EIN?
The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-6285459. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Stephen E and Isabella H Stevens accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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