Ahahui O Kauka Association of Native Hawaiian Physicians
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To champion superior health care for all Native Hawaiians through (1) Mentorship, (2) Advocacy, (3) Education, (4) Community health outreach
- Income
- $245,432
- Spending
- $105,081
- Spent on programs
- 100%
- Reserves
- 28.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 98%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 13
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
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 82% of charities in its peer group (diseases, under $250k).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 28.5 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 57% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 161% 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
Fair: 62 out of 100. Higher than 43% of charities in its peer group (diseases, under $250k).
Independent board
25 of 2512 of 12 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
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
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)
- $25,645 spent. 1. Strategic Planning and Needs Assessment. The organization conducted statewide and national listening tours to assess the needs of Native Hawaiian physicians and the communities they serve. Board members engaged physicians and partner organizations across Hawai'i and the continental United States to identify gaps in care, workforce challenges, and opportunities for culturally grounded health system improvement.Findings from the listening tours informed a professionally facilitated strategic planning retreat, during which the organization developed a comprehensive five-year strategic plan outlining priorities for mentorship, advocacy, education, and community health outreach. Outcome: Completion of a formal strategic plan incorporating physician and community input, along with a documented assessment of needs, resources, and priorities to guide organizational growth and program development.
- $28,146 spent. 2. Native Hawaiian Physician Workforce Development and Continuing Education. The organization expanded programming to support ongoing professional development of Native Hawaiian physicians. This included educational and networking events designed to increase knowledge in clinical, cultural, and health equity topics such as Native Hawaiian health, cultural competency, disease prevention, environmental health, and mental health. A Speakers Bureau was developed to identify Native Hawaiian physicians available to provide health education presentations and continuing education programming to community organizations and partners. Outcome: Increased physician engagement in continuing education and leadership development activities, expanded access to culturally grounded health expertise, and establishment of a structured platform for community-based health education.
- $25,645 spent. 3. Native Hawaiian Physician Pipeline and Mentorship Programs. The organization supported development of the Native Hawaiian physician pipeline through mentorship, outreach, and cultural engagement activities. This included collaboration with student programs such as Pu Paakai and Ka Lama Kukui to connect pre-medical and medical students with practicing Native Hawaiian physicians. The organization also supported and participated in culturally grounded initiatives such as the Kihei Ceremony honoring graduating Native Hawaiian medical students, reinforcing cultural identity and achievement in medicine. Outreach efforts included distribution of informational materials and participation in student engagement events to promote mentorship opportunities and pathways into medicine. Outcome: Increased engagement of Native Hawaiian students in mentorship and career development activities, strengthened intergenerational connections, and expanded support for future Native Hawaiian physicians.
- $25,645 spent. 4. Community Engagement and Physician Network Development. The organization strengthened community engagement and healthcare access by developing and maintaining a Native Hawaiian physician database. This included updating an internal database of Native Hawaiian physicians and establishing a public-facing Native Hawaiian Physician Referral Network to improve access to culturally competent care. Members participated in community events, advisory roles, and health initiatives focused on health education, disease prevention, and community well-being. Outreach efforts included distributing informational materials and increasing visibility of Native Hawaiian physicians within the broader community. Outcome: Improved coordination and visibility of Native Hawaiian physicians, enhanced community access to culturally aligned healthcare providers, and increased organizational presence in community health initiatives.
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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since February 1999.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 21, 2026.
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