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Nonprofit · EIN 47-5653259

HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION

Tax-exempt · KAPAA, HI 96746

Financials

$1.4M$469K2023$1.2M$955K2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2024990$1,176,026$954,673$221,353$1,538,917$30,000$1,508,917
December 31, 2023990$1,417,231$469,297$947,934$1,287,564$0$1,287,564
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$1,159,414
of which government grants
$61,320
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$0
Net income from fundraising events
$16,067
Net income from sales of inventory
$545
Other revenue
$16,612

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$187,325
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$268,941
Other salaries and wages
$100,422
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$437,657
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Legal fees
$279
Accounting fees
$6,765
Travel
$22,359
Depreciation
$14,156
Program services (functional)
$876,935
Management and general (functional)
$77,738

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$1,287,564
Total assets, end of year
$1,538,917
Total liabilities, end of year
$30,000
Net assets, end of year
$1,508,917
Land, buildings and equipment
$133,523
Net assets without donor restrictions
$897,457
Net assets with donor restrictions
$611,460
Gross unrelated business income
$545
Gross receipts
$1,176,026
Employees
5
Year formed
2016
State of legal domicile
HI

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensationFrom related orgs
Kennard KekonaPresident
Trustee or director, Officer
46.6$110,440$0
Anabella BruchVice President
Trustee or director, Officer
38.5$94,110$0
Christian ZuckermanTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
29$64,391$0
Scott CrawfordDirector
Trustee or director
0.25$0$5,647
Gail Byrne BaberDirector
Trustee or director
2$0$0
Maureen DattaSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 6 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensationFrom related orgs
Kennard KekonaPresident
Trustee or director, Officer
34$65,058$23,750
Anabella BruchVice President
Trustee or director, Officer
30.5$73,042$0
Christian ZuckermanTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
2$15,102$0
Scott CrawfordDirector
Trustee or director
1.7$0$4,275
Gail Byrne BaberDirector
Trustee or director
1.7$0$0
Maureen DattaSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
PO BOX 1532, KAPAA, HI 96746-7532
In care of
% SIMON RUSSELL
Principal officer (990 for 2024)
Kennard Kekona, PO Box 1532, Kapaa, HI 96746
Signed the 990
Christian Zuckerman, Treasurer
Phone
(808) 542-9565
Return prepared by
Chantal Mentzer Inc

Mission

Hawaii Farmers Union Foundation believes in sustainable agriculture and local food systems that promote a healthy environment and strong communities. Its mission is to build a supportive regenerative agricultural system where farmers can create sustainable, vibrant and prosperous agricultural communities across Hawaii.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • Cultural & Indigenous Agricultural Initiative - Develop and strengthen the Kuia Agricultural Education Center in Lahaina that teaches Hawaiian cultural and agricultural practices to the West Maui community, including children, youth, and adults. The program envisions recreating the King's Ulu Forest in Kuia, making KAEC a vibrant oasis of Hawaiian culture, native and canoe plants, and a place for families to connect to their roots while increasing their own production and consumption of local foods. The long-term vision of this program is to see a revitalized Kuia moku through a combination of agricultural education, production, and reforestation of the landscapes.
    Expenses $357,187
  • Capacity Growth - Capacity building for HFUF is done by hiring staff, developing programs, strategic planning, and promoting long-term financial growth and development. As the work of HFUF/HFU expands, it is vital to increase capacity to allow for continuity of work.
    Expenses $145,392
  • The Healthy Soils program is an initiative to support and educate farmers in Hawaii on the importance of healthy soils, biodiversity, and regenerative farming practices. This is done through direct mentorship, technical assistance to farmers, and funding for the implementation of practices, necessary equipment, and infrastructure purchases.
    Expenses $138,594
  • HFU Membership, Chapter Support, and Convention - Programmatic support for HFU educational programs, chapter and membership growth, and the annual convention. Support is given via small grants directly to HFU chapters and larger grants to support HFU outreach and educational initiatives.
    Expenses $92,515
  • Maui Resiliency Response - In the aftermath of the Maui wildfires on October 8th, 2023, HFUF provided immediate emergency relief to Maui farmers and the Lahaina community. This included food, health supplies, housewares, and many other supplies. HFUF provided small grants to farmers impacted by the fires to support their recovery of equipment, plants, and supplies. In addition, HFUF has been a leader and involved in setting recovery strategies, especially in reducing the risk of future fires through improved land practices such as agroforestry and pasture management. Maui Resiliency is an ongoing initiative to foster awareness around fire mitigation practices, direct funding support to farmers to bolster production and resiliency for future natural disasters, and provide educational opportunities for farmers and the community. Maui's long-term resiliency is the key driver of this program, and all funds are used to provide future community resiliency.
    Expenses $89,503
  • Farmers Market - Direct support for farmers' markets and food hubs by fiscal sponsorship, grants, and funding support.
    Expenses $36,514
  • Education & Training - This program is focused on providing educational workshops and training for Hawaii farmers, Hawaii Farmers Union membership, and staff.
    Expenses $9,700
  • The Policy Advocacy program is aimed at educating farmers in Hawaii on policy initiatives, understanding the legislative process, grassroots communications to empower farmers' needs, and supporting bills through testimony and community partner liaisons.
    Expenses $7,530

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026Not on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
47-5653259
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
2016
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Education (B60)
Assets (IRS master file)
$1,538,917
Income (IRS master file)
$1,176,026

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2024$1,176,026$954,673$1,538,917XML
990December 2023$1,417,231$469,297$1,287,564XML
990December 2022$412,087$284,968$340,863IRS
990December 2021–––IRS
990December 2020–––IRS
990December 2018–––IRS

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 47-5653259).

Questions about HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION

What is the EIN of HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION?
The employer identification number (EIN) of HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION is 47-5653259.
Is HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2016.
Are donations to HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION file?
Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
When is the next return of HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION due?
The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
Who is the principal officer of HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Kennard Kekona.
Who are the officers and directors of HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 6 people; 3 received compensation from the organization, the highest $110,440 (Kennard Kekona, President).
How much revenue does HAWAII FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $1,176,026, expenses of $954,673 and total assets of $1,538,917 at year end.

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