CADES FOUNDATION

Contact information:

1000 Bishop Street
Honolulu, HI 96813
Phone: 808-521-9200

Website: None

Type of foundation: Independent

Types of grants: Program, apparently also general operating.

Description: The Foundation was established by two of the partners in the Cades-Schutte law firm in Hawaii. The Foundation supports organizations working in the areas of arts/culture, environment, human services and education.

Sample grants:

• $15,000 to PBS Hawaii (2008; same amount in 2007)
• $7,500 to Hawaii Public Radio (2008; same amount in 2007)

Fit for public broadcasting: This Foundation has a consistent record of support for public media in Hawaii.

Eligibility: Giving is primarily to Honolulu-based organizations.

Deadline: None

How to apply: Initial approach is by letter of inquiry.

Giving range: Up to $75,000. Most grants are below $30,000.

Assets: $8,991,513 (2008)

Total giving: $518,333 (2008)