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University of the Nations

Kailuakona, Hawaii  ·  EIN 990240539  ·  Private foundation

University of the Nations is a Hawaii-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $1.0M in annual giving against $40.7M in assets. This page documents the 41 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for University of the Nations — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$1.0M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$40.7M
Total assets
41
Grants tracked
2023
Most recent grant

What University of the Nations funds

University of the Nations's giving carries a documented focus on faith-based (christian).

Faith-Based (Christian)

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for University of the Nations, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Commission Coaching
CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
Hoffman Estates, IL$554K2022
Ywam-los Angeles
BIBLE TRANSLATION
Lake View Terrace, CA$424K2023
Nema Foundation
MISSION RECRUITING
Talulah Falls, GA$325K2020
Kairos Global Inc
FOREIGN MINISTRY CTR
Colorado Springs, CO$222K2023
The Send
MISSIONARY SENDING
Colorado Springs, CO$125K2019
Nema Foundation
YWAM MINISTRY
Talulah Falls, GA$125K2019
The Send
MISSIONARY SENDING
Colorado Springs, CO$102K2020
The Send
MISSIONARYRECRUITING
Huntington Beach, CA$98K2022
Youth With a Mission Ywam Tyler
YWAM MINISTRY
Garden Valley, TX$92K2022
Ywam San Diego Baja
YWAM MINISTRY
Chula Vista, CA$65K2020
Ywam-los Angeles
YWAM MINISTRY
Lake View Terrace, CA$60K2022
Summer Institute of Linguistics
BIBLE TRANSLATION
Orlando, FL$58K2018
Ywam Ships Kona
FOREIGN BASE SUPPORT
Kailuakona, HI$51K2023
Ywam Ships Kona
YWAM MINISTRY
Kailuakona, HI$50K2020
Summer Institute of Linguistics
BIBLE TRANSLATION
Orlando, FL$36K2019

University of the Nations giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2018$107K
2019$302K
2020$619K
2022$923K
2023$725K

How to apply for funding from University of the Nations

University of the Nations's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal. You can review the foundation directly at ywamkona.org.

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Frequently asked questions about University of the Nations

Does University of the Nations accept grant applications?
University of the Nations's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does University of the Nations fund?
University of the Nations's grants focus on faith-based (christian). Recent recipients include Commission Coaching, Ywam-los Angeles, Nema Foundation. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does University of the Nations give in grants?
University of the Nations reported $1.0M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $2.7M over 41 grants.
Where is University of the Nations located?
University of the Nations is based in Kailuakona, Hawaii. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 990240539.
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About this profile. This page is built from University of the Nations's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with University of the Nations. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.