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Blue Ala Wai Canal Foundation

EIN 93-2072196 • 501(c)3 • Honolulu, HI

NTEE C20

Profile

Blue ala wai canal foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the ala wai canal in waikiki, hawaii. Our mission is to lead a community-driven effort focused on the comprehensive cleanup, rejuvenation, and implementation of an essential flood control solution for the canal. By ensuring its long-term health and fostering a sustainable and thriving ecosystem, we aim to protect the local community from the impacts of flooding. Through strategic collaborations, innovative projects, and proactive advocacy, we strive to address pollution, waste, and environmental challenges that jeopardize the canal's ecological balance while concurrently implementing flood control measures. Our dedicated team of volunteers, experts, and community members work tirelessly to implement effective cleanup programs, raise awareness about the critical importance of clean waterways, and engage in educational outreach to promote responsible environmental stewards

1411 S King St Ste 203Honolulu, HI 96814-2503

bluealawaicanal.org

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Balance Sheet

Assets

Down

$276

Down $448 (-62%) from 2023

Liabilities

-

No earlier filing loaded for comparison.

Net Assets

Down

$276

Down $448 (-62%) from 2023

Operations

Revenue

Up

$30,318

Up $19,066 (+169%) from 2023

Expenses

Up

$30,766

Up $20,238 (+192%) from 2023

Net Income

Down

-$448

Down $1,172 (-162%) from 2023

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Balance Sheet Trend

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$800$600$400$200$0Assets 2023: $724Net Assets 2023: $7242023Assets 2024: $276Net Assets 2024: $2762024

Highlighted filing

2024

Assets$276
Liabilities-
Net Assets$276

Operations Trend

Revenue, expenses, and net income by year, with the latest filing highlighted.

$40K$30K$20K$10K$0-$10KRevenue 2023: $11,252Expenses 2023: $10,528Net Income 2023: $7242023Revenue 2024: $30,318Expenses 2024: $30,766Net Income 2024: -$4482024

Highlighted filing

2024

Revenue$30,318
Expenses$30,766
Net Income-$448

Filings

Latest Filing Detail
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Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
Signed
Jan 22, 2025
Return Version
2024v5.0
Gross Receipts
$30,318
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

Blue ala wai canal foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the ala wai canal in waikiki, hawaii. Our mission is to lead a community-driven effort focused on the comprehensive cleanup, rejuvenation, and implementation of an essential flood control solution for the canal. By ensuring its long-term health and fostering a sustainable and thriving ecosystem, we aim to protect the local community from the impacts of flooding. Through strategic collaborations, innovative projects, and proactive advocacy, we strive to address pollution, waste, and environmental challenges that jeopardize the canal's ecological balance while concurrently implementing flood control measures. Our dedicated team of volunteers, experts, and community members work tirelessly to implement effective cleanup programs, raise awareness about the critical importance of clean waterways, and engage in educational outreach to promote responsible environmental stewards

Program Services

DescriptionGrantsExpenses
NONE.-$30,766
IN THE REPORTING YEAR, BLUE ALA WAI CANAL FOUNDATION SUCCESSFULLY LED AND EXECUTED MULTIPLE INITIATIVES AIMED AT THE RESTORATION AND PRESERVATION OF THE ALA WAI CANAL. KEY EFFORTS INCLUDED ORGANIZING COMMUNITY-DRIVEN CLEANUP EVENTS THAT COLLECTED SEVERAL TONS OF DEBRIS FROM THE CANAL, SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCING POLLUTION LEVELS. WE PARTNERED WITH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL GROUPS TO IMPLEMENT INNOVATIVE FLOOD CONTROL PROJECTS DESIGNED TO MITIGATE THE RISK OF FLOODING IN WAIKIKI, HAWAII. OUR EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH PROGRAMS REACHED HUNDREDS OF LOCAL RESIDENTS, ENHANCING COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND PARTICIPATION IN ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP AND FLOOD RESILIENCE PRACTICES. THE FOUNDATION ALSO COMMENCED A LONG-TERM PROJECT TO MONITOR WATER QUALITY AND THE ECOLOGICAL HEALTH OF THE CANAL, WHICH WILL INFORM FUTURE RESTORATION EFFORTS. THESE ACTIVITIES NOT ONLY ADDRESS THE IMMEDIATE ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES BUT ALSO LAY A FOUNDATION FOR SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT AND PROTECTION OF THE ALA WAI CANAL.--
NONE.--
Compensation and Service Providers

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseOtherTotal
KIE HO CYNNPresident-$0--
Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Blue Ala Wai Canal Foundation
EIN
93-2072196
Phone
8087800912
Address
1411 S KING ST STE 203, HONOLULU, HI 96814-2503

Signing Officer

Name
Kie Ho Cynn
Title
President
Phone
8087800912
Signed
2025-01-22
Discuss with paid preparer
Yes

Preparer

Firm
Chae Choi CPA LLC
Address
3412 MCCORRISTON ST, HONOLULU, HI 96815-4344
Preparer
Chae Choi
Phone
8083862042
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

Form 990-ez, Part I, Line 16

Expenses advertising and promotion 30,339 total 30,339

Form 990-ez, Part III

Blue ala wai canal foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the ala wai canal in waikiki, hawaii. Our mission is to lead a community-driven effort focused on the comprehensive cleanup, rejuvenation, and implementation of an essential flood control solution for the canal. By ensuring its long-term health and fostering a sustainable and thriving ecosystem, we aim to protect the local community from the impacts of flooding. Through strategic collaborations, innovative projects, and proactive advocacy, we strive to address pollution, waste, and environmental challenges that jeopardize the canal's ecological balance while concurrently implementing flood control measures. Our dedicated team of volunteers, experts, and community members work tirelessly to implement effective cleanup programs, raise awareness about the critical importance of clean waterways, and engage in educational outreach to promote responsible environmental stewardship and flood resilience. Blue ala wai canal foundation recognizes that a healthy and vibrant ala wai canal, in addition to its environmental significance, plays a pivotal role in flood control for the surrounding area. By integrating flood control solutions into our restoration efforts, we aim to safeguard the community from the detrimental effects of flooding and protect valuable assets. As a 501(c)(3) organization, we rely on the generous support of individuals, grants, and corporate partners who share our vision of a clean, resilient, and flood-protected ala wai canal. Donations to blue ala wai canal foundation are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Together, we can make a lasting impact, foster flood resilience, and serve as a catalyst for positive change, setting an example for the revitalization of waterways worldwide.

Form 990-ez, Part III, Line 28

In the reporting year, blue ala wai canal foundation successfully led and executed multiple initiatives aimed at the restoration and preservation of the ala wai canal. Key efforts included organizing community-driven cleanup events that collected several tons of debris from the canal, significantly reducing pollution levels. We partnered with local government and environmental groups to implement innovative flood control projects designed to mitigate the risk of flooding in waikiki, hawaii. Our educational outreach programs reached hundreds of local residents, enhancing community awareness and participation in environmental stewardship and flood resilience practices. The foundation also commenced a long-term project to monitor water quality and the ecological health of the canal, which will inform future restoration efforts. These activities not only address the immediate environmental challenges but also lay a foundation for sustainable management and protection of the ala wai canal.

Form 990-ez, Part III, Line 31

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