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Nonprofit · EIN 99-0337991

AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS

Tax-exempt · HONOLULU, HI 96813

Financials

$94K$54K2024$245K$105K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990$245,432$105,081$140,351$249,645$0$249,645
December 31, 2024990-EZ$94,088$54,349$39,739$109,294$0$109,294
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$241,423
Membership dues
$8,348
Program service revenue
$4,009
Investment income
$0
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$2,500
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Occupancy
$1,120
Travel
$30,040
Program services (functional)
$105,081

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$109,294
Total assets, end of year
$249,645
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$249,645
Net assets without donor restrictions
$249,645
Gross receipts
$245,432
Employees
0
Volunteers
13
Year formed
1998
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, 2025, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Marcus IwanePresident
Officer
5$0
Kapono Chong-HanssenVice President
Officer
2$0
Kara Wong RamseyCo-Treasurer
Officer
2$0
Sara ChristensenCo-Treasurer
Officer
2$0
Natalie Young AlbaneseSecretary
Officer
2$0
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 5 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Marcus IwanePresident4$0
Kapono Chong-HanssenVice President4$0
Kara Wong RamseyCo-Treasurer4$0
Sara ChristensenCo-Treasurer4$0
Natalie Young AlbaneseSecretary4$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
677 ALA MOANA BLVD STE 1015, HONOLULU, HI 96813-5415
In care of
% PAPA OLA LOKAHI
Mailing address (990-N for 2023)
Ala Moana Blvd Ste 1015, honolulu HI 96813
Principal officer (990 for 2025)
Marcus Iwane, 677 Ala Moana Blvd Suite 1015, Honolulu, HI 96813
Principal officer (990-N for 2023)
marcus iwane, Ala Moana Blvd Ste 1015, honolulu HI 96813
Signed the 990
Sara Christensen, Co-Treasurer
Phone
(808) 753-1990
Website
kauka.org

Mission

To champion superior health care for all Native Hawaiians through (1) Mentorship, (2) Advocacy, (3) Education, (4) Community health outreach

990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • 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.
    Expenses $25,645 · revenue $49,210
  • 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.
    Expenses $28,146 · revenue $112,601
  • 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.
    Expenses $25,645 · revenue $3,212
  • 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.
    Expenses $25,645 · revenue $2,109

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, 2026990 on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-EZ on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-N on file

IRS record

EIN
99-0337991
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
1999
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$249,645
Income (IRS master file)
$245,432

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2025$245,432$105,081$249,645IRS
990-EZDecember 2024$94,088$54,349$109,294IRS
990-N for 2023
Officer: marcus iwane
December 31, 2023≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2022
Officer: Kara Wong Ramsey
December 31, 2022≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2020
Officer: Kara Wong Ramsey
December 31, 2020≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2018
Officer: Elizabeth Tam
December 31, 2018≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard

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 99-0337991).

Questions about AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS

What is the EIN of AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS?
The employer identification number (EIN) of AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS is 99-0337991.
Is AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1999.
Are donations to AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS 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 AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS due?
The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
Who is the principal officer of AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Marcus Iwane.
Who are the officers and directors of AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 5 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does AHAHUI O KAUKA ASSOCIATION OF NATIVE HAWAIIAN PHYSICIANS have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $245,432, expenses of $105,081 and total assets of $249,645 at year end.

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