2025-10-17T13:25:55-07:00 2024-12-31 834642510 Chantal Mentzer Inc 4-1579 Kuhio Hwy Ste 208 Kapaa HI 967461828 990 2024-01-01 475653259 Hawaii Farmers Union Foundation HAWA 8085429565 PO Box 1532 Kapaa HI 96746 Christian Zuckerman Treasurer 2025-10-16 true true Carol J Bezy CPA P00729110 8088558346 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Kennard Kekona PO Box 1532 Kapaa HI 96746 1176026 false X https://hfuuhi.org/ X 2016 HI To build a supportive regenerative agricultural system where farmers can create sustainable, vibrant and prosperous agricultural communities across Hawaii. HFUF programs focus on promoting sustainable agricultural practices, increasing food security, and strengthening food systems. 6 3 5 545 1418649 1159414 0 0 -1418 16612 1417231 1176026 193886 187325 0 187238 437657 0 0 88173 329691 469297 954673 947934 221353 1287564 1538917 30000 1287564 1508917 X 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. false false 357187 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. 145392 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. 138594 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. 92515 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. 89503 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. 36514 Farmers Market - Direct support for farmers' markets and food hubs by fiscal sponsorship, grants, and funding support. 9700 Education & Training - This program is focused on providing educational workshops and training for Hawaii farmers, Hawaii Farmers Union membership, and staff. 7530 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. 235762 876935 true true false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false true true false false false false false false false false false true false false false false true false false false true 0 0 false 5 false false false false false false false false 0 false false false false false false false X 6 3 false false false false false false false true true false false true true true true false true true true false HI X Christian Zuckerman 3015235711 PO Box 1532 Kapaa HI 96746 X Kennard Kekona President 46.60 2.00 X X 110440 0 0 Anabella Bruch Vice President 38.50 2.00 X X 94110 0 0 Christian Zuckerman Treasurer 29.00 0.00 X X 64391 0 0 Scott Crawford Director 0.25 0.00 X 0 5647 0 Gail Byrne Baber Director 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Maureen Datta Secretary 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 268941 5647 1 false false false 0 50661 61320 1047433 90000 1159414 0 0 0 0 0 0 16067 16067 0 545 545 545 0 1176026 545 X 177925 177925 9400 9400 0 0 268941 252845 16096 0 100422 92520 7902 0 39416 32719 6697 28878 26644 2234 0 279 279 6765 6765 0 0 0 129933 116390 13543 0 155 155 10821 2200 8621 0 0 22359 14413 7946 0 10370 10370 0 2761 2761 14156 14156 3845 3845 Equipment purchases & rentals 58725 58725 Supplies and materials 29252 28603 649 Meals 28567 28567 Facilities & equipment 5441 5441 6262 3101 3161 954673 876935 77738 0 1268856 1324476 0 0 0 0 0 4710 64918 0 0 149124 15601 12998 133523 0 0 0 0 1000 16000 1287564 1538917 30000 0 30000 X 494488 897457 793076 611460 1287564 1508917 1287564 1538917 221353 X false false false X 416227 230612 412087 1421255 1085481 3565662 0 0 416227 230612 412087 1421255 1085481 3565662 0 3565662 0 0 545 545 3566207 0.99980 1.00000 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 77124 8401 68723 72000 7200 64800 133523 false Gala 14757 14757 14757 14757 14757 false Compost Kauai LLC 491 Kamalu Rd Kapaa HI 96746 60000 0 Purchase compact trrack loader Hawaii Farmers Union United PO Box 99 Wailuku HI 96793 114925 0 0 2 Scholarships 7 3900 Maui Relief 2 5500 Kuwale Ridge Farms Treasurer-owned 64391 Contract work false X Containers 1 72000 X Solar Panels 1 18000 false false false Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Reviewed by officers and Board of Directors. 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