Hui O Hauula
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Hui o Hau`ula is a 501c3 non-profit in the Ahupua'a of Hau`ula in the Ko`olauloa District on Oahu. We manage the Hau`ula Community Center at 54-010 Kukuna Road in Hau`ula, Hawaii 96717. Hui o Hau`ula created a Partnership Hub that includes many other non-profits that provides programs and services for our children, youth, adults and Kupuna.
- Income
- $266,670
- Spending
- $266,670
- Spent on programs
- 100%
- Reserves
- 12 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 8
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 82 out of 100. Higher than 59% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 12.0 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
12 of 15Income exceeded spending by 0% of income.
Income trend
0 of 15Income fell 43% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 15100% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Weak: 27 out of 100. Higher than 4% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
5 of 250 of 8 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
0 of 15Reports no written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
0 of 10Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (4)
- $110,203 spent. The Kupuna Support Navigator Program is dedicated to helping our Kupuna live safely, comfortably, and with dignity in their own homes as they age. Through personalized guidance and coordinated support, the program connects Kupuna with essential medical care, nutritious food access, personal care services, and reliable transportation. By also linking Kupuna an their families to valuable community resources, we reduce barriers and eased daily challenges empowering them to maintain independence while staying rooted in the places and traditions they cherish
- $30,000 spent. The Atherton Foundation Grant provided critical support to expand our Food Security Program and strengthen our Invasive Species Program. Through the funding we were able to improve access to nutritious locally sourced food for our community, while also advancing efforts to protect our environment by managing and reducing invasive species. These initiatives work hand in hand to sustain both the health of our people and the vitality of our time ensuring a more resilient future for generations to come.
- $7,000 spent. Rita Dance Academy - We strive to create meaningful cultural experiences that immerse our Polynesian children in the richness of their heritage through dance, language, and music. By fostering an environment where traditional movement, storytelling, and sound come alive we help them build a strong sense of identity, pride, and connection to their roots. Through learning and participation, they not only preserve the values and customs of their ancestors, but also carry them forward with confidence, ensuring that our culture continues to thrive for generations to come.
- $119,467 spent. Additional funding has been instrumental in strengthening our community wide efforts, supporting initiatives that provide food security, cultural connection, and long term resilience. These resources have helped expand access to fresh, healthy food, sustain our Ho'olaulea celebration that bring people together, and develop our resilience hub as a center for preparedness and support. Funding has also enhanced our community gardening efforts empowering families to grow their own food, while ensuring that essential operational expenses are met so these programs can continue to serve and uplift our community effectively.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since October 2014.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.
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