Form990-PF
Click to see attachment

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Return of Private Foundation
or Section 4947(a)(1) Nonexempt Charitable Trust
Treated as a Private Foundation
Note. The foundation may be able to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.
OMB No. 1545-0052
2010
For calendar year 2010, or tax year beginning 04-01-2010 , and ending 03-31-2011
G
Check all that apply:
Name of foundation
AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
 

Number and street (or P.O. box number if mail is not delivered to street address)1919 TORRANCE BLVD   Room/suite
City or town, state, and ZIP code
TORRANCE, CA90501
A Employer identification number

95-3924667
B Telephone number (see page 10 of the instructions)

(310) 781-4090
C bullet
D 1. bullet
H Check type of organization:
2. bullet
I Fair market value of all assets at end
of year (from Part II, col. (c),
line 16)bullet$32,236,526J Accounting method:
 
(Part I, column (d) must be on cash basis.)
E bullet
F bullet
Part I Analysis of Revenue and Expenses (The total of amounts in columns (b), (c), and (d) may not necessarily equal the amounts in column (a) (see page 11 of the instructions).) (a) Revenue and
expenses per
books 		(b) Net investment
income 		(c) Adjusted net
income 		(d) Disbursements
for charitable
purposes
(cash basis only)
Revenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, etc., received (attach schedule) 162,197
2 Check bullet
3 Interest on savings and temporary cash investments      
4 Dividends and interest from securities...... 1,184,584 1,184,584 1,184,584
5a Gross rents..............      
b Net rental income or (loss)  
6a Net gain or (loss) from sale of assets not on line 10 1,019,887
b Gross sales price for all assets on line 6a 13,993,304
7 Capital gain net income (from Part IV, line 2)... 1,019,887
8 Net short-term capital gain......... 186,739
9 Income modifications...........  
10a Gross sales less returns and allowances  
b Less: Cost of goods sold....  
c Gross profit or (loss) (attach schedule).....    
11 Other income (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 10,710 10,710  
12 Total. Add lines 1 through 11........ 2,377,378 2,215,181 1,371,323
Operating and Administrative Expenses 13 Compensation of officers, directors, trustees, etc.        
14 Other employee salaries and wages...... 272,036     167,392
15 Pension plans, employee benefits.......        
16a Legal fees (attach schedule)......... Click to see attachment 142      
b Accounting fees (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 18,613      
c Other professional fees (attach schedule).... Click to see attachment 213,916 213,916    
17 Interest...............        
18 Taxes (attach schedule) (see page 14 of the instructions) Click to see attachment 85,570 11,220    
19 Depreciation (attach schedule) and depletion... Click to see attachment 0    
20 Occupancy..............        
21 Travel, conferences, and meetings....... 16,611      
22 Printing and publications..........        
23 Other expenses (attach schedule)....... Click to see list of attachments 44,622     18,374
24 Total operating and administrative expenses.
Add lines 13 through 23.......... 651,510 225,136   185,766
25 Contributions, gifts, grants paid........ 1,424,308 1,424,308
26 Total expenses and disbursements. Add lines 24 and 25 2,075,818 225,136   1,610,074
27 Subtract line 26 from line 12:
a Excess of revenue over expenses and disbursements 301,560
b Net investment income (if negative, enter -0-) 1,990,045
c Adjusted net income (if negative, enter -0-)... 1,371,323
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see page 30 of the instructions.
Cat. No. 11289X Form 990-PF (2010)
Form 990-PF (2010)
Page 2
Part II Balance Sheets Attached schedules and amounts in the description column
should be for end-of-year amounts only. (See instructions.)		 Beginning of year End of year
(a) Book Value (b) Book Value (c) Fair Market Value
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing............... 1,094 28,719 28,719
2 Savings and temporary cash investments..........      
3 Accounts receivable bullet32,540
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet   44,442 32,540 32,540
4 Pledges receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
5 Grants receivable.................      
6 Receivables due from officers, directors, trustees, and other
disqualified persons (attach schedule) (see page 15 of the
instructions)....................      
7 Other notes and loans receivable (attach schedule) bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
8 Inventories for sale or use...............      
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges........... 29,938 5,992 5,992
10a Investments—U.S. and state government obligations (attach schedule)      
b Investments—corporate stock (attach schedule)........ 9,923,076 Click to see attachment10,049,411 10,049,411
c Investments—corporate bonds (attach schedule)........      
11 Investments—land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet        
12 Investments—mortgage loans..............      
13 Investments—other (attach schedule)........... 21,221,765 Click to see attachment22,119,864 22,119,864
14 Land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet        
15 Other assets (describe bullet)      
16 Total assets (to be completed by all filers—see the
instructions. Also, see page 1, item I) 31,220,315 32,236,526 32,236,526
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses.......... 76,655 107,205
18 Grants payable...................    
19 Deferred revenue..................    
20 Loans from officers, directors, trustees, and other disqualified persons    
21 Mortgages and other notes payable (attach schedule)......    
22 Other liabilities (describe bullet)    
23 Total liabilities (add lines 17 through 22).......... 76,655 107,205
Net Assets or Fund Balances bullet
and complete lines 24 through 26 and lines 30 and 31.
24 Unrestricted.................... 31,143,660 32,129,321
25 Temporarily restricted................    
26 Permanently restricted................    
bullet
and complete lines 27 through 31.
27 Capital stock, trust principal, or current funds.........    
28 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, bldg., and equipment fund    
29 Retained earnings, accumulated income, endowment, or other funds    
30 Total net assets or fund balances (see page 17 of the
instructions).................... 31,143,660 32,129,321
31 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances (see page 17 of
the instructions).................. 31,220,315 32,236,526
Part III Analysis of Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances
1 Total net assets or fund balances at beginning of year—Part II, column (a), line 30 (must agree
with end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return)............... 1 31,143,660
2 Enter amount from Part I, line 27a...................... 2 301,560
3 Other increases not included in line 2 (itemize) bulletClick to see attachment 3 684,101
4 Add lines 1, 2, and 3.......................... 4 32,129,321
5 Decreases not included in line 2 (itemize) bullet 5  
6 Total net assets or fund balances at end of year (line 4 minus line 5)—Part II, column (b), line 30.. 6 32,129,321
Form 990-PF (2010)
Form 990-PF (2010)
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Part IV
Capital Gains and Losses for Tax on Investment Income
(a) List and describe the kind(s) of property sold (e.g., real estate,
2-story brick warehouse; or common stock, 200 shs. MLC Co.) 		(b) How acquired
P—Purchase
D—Donation 		(c) Date acquired
(mo., day, yr.) 		(d) Date sold
(mo., day, yr.)
1a
b
c
d
e
(e) Gross sales price (f) Depreciation allowed
(or allowable) 		(g) Cost or other basis
plus expense of sale 		(h) Gain or (loss)
(e) plus (f) minus (g)
a
b
c
d
e
Complete only for assets showing gain in column (h) and owned by the foundation on 12/31/69 (l) Gains (Col. (h) gain minus
col. (k), but not less than -0-) or
Losses (from col.(h))
(i) F.M.V. as of 12/31/69 (j) Adjusted basis
as of 12/31/69 		(k) Excess of col. (i)
over col. (j), if any
a
b
c
d
e
2 Capital gain net income or (net capital loss) Bracket If gain, also enter in Part I, line 7
If (loss), enter -0- in Part I, line 7		 Bracket 2 1,019,887
3 Net short-term capital gain or (loss) as defined in sections 1222(5) and (6):
If gain, also enter in Part I, line 8, column (c) (see pages 13 and 17 of the instructions).
If (loss), enter -0- in Part I, line 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 		Bracket 3 186,739
Part V
Qualification Under Section 4940(e) for Reduced Tax on Net Investment Income
(For optional use by domestic private foundations subject to the section 4940(a) tax on net investment income.)

If section 4940(d)(2) applies, leave this part blank.
Was the foundation liable for the section 4942 tax on the distributable amount of any year in the base period?
If “Yes,” the foundation does not qualify under section 4940(e). Do not complete this part.
1 Enter the appropriate amount in each column for each year; see page 18 of the instructions before making any entries.
(a)
Base period years Calendar
year (or tax year beginning in) 		(b)
Adjusted qualifying distributions 		(c)
Net value of noncharitable-use assets 		(d)
Distribution ratio
(col. (b) divided by col. (c))
2009 1,251,984 28,860,833 0.04338
2008 1,959,382 31,432,153 0.06234
2007 2,147,984 37,710,217 0.05696
2006 2,449,091 36,026,347 0.06798
2005 2,138,231 32,561,254 0.06567
2 Total of line 1, column (d) ...................... 2 0.29633
3 Average distribution ratio for the 5-year base period—divide the total on line 2 by 5, or by
the number of years the foundation has been in existence if less than 5 years. . . 		3 0.05927
4 Enter the net value of noncharitable-use assets for 2010 from Part X, line 5..... 4 30,764,547
5 Multiply line 4 by line 3....................... 5 1,823,261
6 Enter 1% of net investment income (1% of Part I, line 27b)........... 6 19,900
7 Add lines 5 and 6......................... 7 1,843,161
8 Enter qualifying distributions from Part XII, line 4.............. 8 1,610,074
If line 8 is equal to or greater than line 7, check the box in Part VI, line 1b, and complete that part using a 1% tax rate. See
the Part VI instructions on page 18.
Form 990-PF (2010)
Form 990-PF (2010)
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Part VI
Excise Tax Based on Investment Income (Section 4940(a), 4940(b), 4940(e), or 4948—see page 18 of the instructions)
1a Bulletand enter “N/A” on line 1. Bracket
Date of ruling or determination letter:   (attach copy of letter if necessary–see instructions)
b 1 39,801
hereBulletand enter 1% of Part I, line 27b...................
c All other domestic foundations enter 2% of line 27b. Exempt foreign organizations enter 4% of Part I, line 12, col. (b)
2 Tax under section 511 (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 2  
3 Add lines 1 and 2............................ 3 39,801
4 Subtitle A (income) tax (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-). 4  
5 Tax based on investment income. Subtract line 4 from line 3. If zero or less, enter -0- ..... 5 39,801
6 Credits/Payments:
a 2010 estimated tax payments and 2009 overpayment credited to 2010 6a 39,593
b Exempt foreign organizations—tax withheld at source....... 6b
c Tax paid with application for extension of time to file (Form 8868) 6c  
d Backup withholding erroneously withheld ........... 6d  
7 Total credits and payments. Add lines 6a through 6d.............. 7 39,593
8 Enter any penalty for underpayment of estimated tax. if Form 2220 is attached. Click to see attachment 8 578
9 Tax due. If the total of lines 5 and 8 is more than line 7, enter amount owed.......Bullet 9 786
10 Overpayment. If line 7 is more than the total of lines 5 and 8, enter the amount overpaid...Bullet 10  
11 Enter the amount of line 10 to be: Credited to 2011 estimated taxBullet0 Refunded Bullet 11  
Part VII-A
Statements Regarding Activities
1a
During the tax year, did the foundation attempt to influence any national, state, or local legislation or did
Yes
No
it participate or intervene in any political campaign? ....................
1a
 
No
b
Did it spend more than $100 during the year (either directly or indirectly) for political purposes (see page 19 of
the instructions for definition)?.............................
1b
 
No
If the answer is “Yes” to 1a or 1b, attach a detailed description of the activities and copies of any materials
published or distributed by the foundation in connection with the activities.
c
Did the foundation file Form 1120-POL for this year?.....................
1c
 
No
d
Enter the amount (if any) of tax on political expenditures (section 4955) imposed during the year:
(1) On the foundation. bullet$   (2) On foundation managers.bullet$  
e
Enter the reimbursement (if any) paid by the foundation during the year for political expenditure tax imposed
on foundation managers.bullet$  
2
Has the foundation engaged in any activities that have not previously been reported to the IRS?.......
2
 
No
If “Yes,” attach a detailed description of the activities.
3
Has the foundation made any changes, not previously reported to the IRS, in its governing instrument, articles
of incorporation, or bylaws, or other similar instruments? If “Yes,” attach a conformed copy of the changes....
3
 
No
4a
Did the foundation have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?........
4a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year?...................
4b
 
No
5
Was there a liquidation, termination, dissolution, or substantial contraction during the year?.........
5
 
No
If “Yes,” attach the statement required by General Instruction T.
6
Are the requirements of section 508(e) (relating to sections 4941 through 4945) satisfied either:
  • By language in the governing instrument, or
  • By state legislation that effectively amends the governing instrument so that no mandatory directions
    • that conflict with the state law remain in the governing instrument?................
    6
    Yes
     
    7
    Did the foundation have at least $5,000 in assets at any time during the year? If “Yes,” complete Part II, col. (c), and Part XV.
    7
    Yes
     
    8a
    Enter the states to which the foundation reports or with which it is registered (see page 19 of the
    instructions)bulletCA
    b
    If the answer is “Yes” to line 7, has the foundation furnished a copy of Form 990-PF to the Attorney
    General (or designate) of each state as required by General Instruction G? If “No,” attach explanation .
    8b
    Yes
     
    9
    Is the foundation claiming status as a private operating foundation within the meaning of section 4942(j)(3)
    or 4942(j)(5) for calendar year 2010 or the taxable year beginning in 2010 (see instructions for Part XIV on
    page 27)? If “Yes,” complete Part XIV...........................
    9
     
    No
    10
    Did any persons become substantial contributors during the tax year? If “Yes,” attach a schedule listing their names and addresses.
    10
     
    No
    11
    At any time during the year, did the foundation, directly or indirectly, own a controlled entity within the
    meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," attach schedule. (see page 20 of the instructions) .......
    11
     
    No
    12
    Did the foundation acquire a direct or indirect interest in any applicable insurance contract before August 17, 2008?
    12
     
    No
    13
    Did the foundation comply with the public inspection requirements for its annual returns and exemption application?
    13
    Yes
     
    Website addressbulletwww.foundation.honda.com
    14
    The books are in care ofbulletAlexandra Warnier Telephone no.bullet (310) 781-4227
    Located atbullet1919 TORRANCE BLVDTORRANCECA ZIP+4bullet905012746
    15
    Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts filing Form 990-PF in lieu of Form 1041.........bullet
    and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year ......bullet
    15  
    16
    At any time during calendar year 2010, did the foundation have an interest in or a signature or other authority over
    a bank, securities, or other financial account in a foreign country? .................
    16
     
    No
    See page 20 of the instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1. If "Yes", enter the name of the foreign country bullet  
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    Part VII-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required
    File Form 4720 if any item is checked in the “Yes” column, unless an exception applies.
    Yes
    No
    1a
    During the year did the foundation (either directly or indirectly):
    (1) Engage in the sale or exchange, or leasing of property with a disqualified person?
    (2) Borrow money from, lend money to, or otherwise extend credit to (or accept it from)
    a disqualified person?.........................
    (3) Furnish goods, services, or facilities to (or accept them from) a disqualified person?
    (4) Pay compensation to, or pay or reimburse the expenses of, a disqualified person?
    (5) Transfer any income or assets to a disqualified person (or make any of either available
    for the benefit or use of a disqualified person)?.................
    (6) Agree to pay money or property to a government official? (Exception. Check “No”
    if the foundation agreed to make a grant to or to employ the official for a period
    after termination of government service, if terminating within 90 days.).........
    b
    If any answer is “Yes” to 1a(1)–(6), did any of the acts fail to qualify under the exceptions described in Regulations
    section 53.4941(d)-3 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance (see page 20 of the instructions)?...
    1b
     
    No
    .........bullet
    c
    Did the foundation engage in a prior year in any of the acts described in 1a, other than excepted acts,
    that were not corrected before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2010?.............
    1c
     
    No
    2
    Taxes on failure to distribute income (section 4942) (does not apply for years the foundation was a private
    operating foundation defined in section 4942(j)(3) or 4942(j)(5)):
    a
    At the end of tax year 2010, did the foundation have any undistributed income (lines 6d
    and 6e, Part XIII) for tax year(s) beginning before 2010?...............
    If “Yes,” list the years bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    b
    Are there any years listed in 2a for which the foundation is not applying the provisions of section 4942(a)(2)
    (relating to incorrect valuation of assets) to the year’s undistributed income? (If applying section 4942(a)(2)
    to all years listed, answer “No” and attach statement—see page 20 of the instructions.) .........
    2b
     
    No
    c
    If the provisions of section 4942(a)(2) are being applied to any of the years listed in 2a, list the years here.
    bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    3a
    Did the foundation hold more than a 2% direct or indirect interest in any business
    enterprise at any time during the year?.....................
    b
    If “Yes,” did it have excess business holdings in 2010 as a result of (1) any purchase by the foundation
    or disqualified persons after May 26, 1969; (2) the lapse of the 5-year period (or longer period approved
    by the Commissioner under section 4943(c)(7)) to dispose of holdings acquired by gift or bequest; or (3)
    the lapse of the 10-, 15-, or 20-year first phase holding period? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine
    if the foundation had excess business holdings in 2010.)....................
    3b
     
    No
    4a
    Did the foundation invest during the year any amount in a manner that would jeopardize its charitable purposes?
    4a
     
    No
    b
    Did the foundation make any investment in a prior year (but after December 31, 1969) that could jeopardize its
    charitable purpose that had not been removed from jeopardy before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2010?
    4b
     
    No
    5a
    During the year did the foundation pay or incur any amount to:
    (1) Carry on propaganda, or otherwise attempt to influence legislation (section 4945(e))?
    (2) Influence the outcome of any specific public election (see section 4955); or to carry
    on, directly or indirectly, any voter registration drive?...............
    (3) Provide a grant to an individual for travel, study, or other similar purposes?
    (4) Provide a grant to an organization other than a charitable, etc., organization described
    in section 509(a)(1), (2), or (3), or section 4940(d)(2)? (see page 22 of the instructions)...
    (5) Provide for any purpose other than religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or
    educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals?........
    b
    If any answer is “Yes” to 5a(1)–(5), did any of the transactions fail to qualify under the exceptions described in
    Regulations section 53.4945 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance (see page 22 of the instructions)?
    5b
     
    No
    .........bullet
    c
    If the answer is “Yes” to question 5a(4), does the foundation claim exemption from the
    tax because it maintained expenditure responsibility for the grant?............
    If “Yes,” attach the statement required by Regulations section 53.4945–5(d).
    6a
    Did the foundation, during the year, receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay
    premiums on a personal benefit contract?....................
    b
    Did the foundation, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?....
    6b
     
    No
    If “Yes” to 6b, file Form 8870.
    7a
    At any time during the tax year, was the foundation a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
    b
    If yes, did the foundation receive any proceeds or have any net income attributable to the transaction? ....
    7b
     
    No
    Form 990-PF (2010)
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    Part VIII
    Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
    and Contractors
    1 List all officers, directors, trustees, foundation managers and their compensation (see page 22 of the instructions).
    (a) Name and address (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation
     (If not paid, enter
    -0-)     		(d) Contributions to
    employee benefit plans
    and deferred compensation     		(e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    Urvi Sutariya Board Member
    0.00     		0    
    1919 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance,CA90501
    Oraetta Minor Board Member
    0.00     		0    
    1919 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance,CA90501
    Cicely Salatino Board Member
    0.00     		0    
    1919 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance,CA90501
    Gail Rodkin Board Member
    0.00     		0    
    1919 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance,CA90501
    Michael Rickey Board Memeber
    0.00     		0    
    1919 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance,CA90501
    DeWayne Odom Board Member
    0.00     		0    
    1919 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance,CA90501
    Steven Center Secretary/ Trea
    1.00     		0    
    1919 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance,CA90501
    Gary Kessler President
    1.00     		0    
    1919 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance,CA90501
    Naoji Ono Vice President
    1.00     		0    
    1919 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance,CA90501
    2 Compensation of five highest-paid employees (other than those included on line 1—see page 23 of the instructions).
    If none, enter “NONE.”
    (a) Name and address of each employee paid more than $50,000 (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation (d) Contributions to
    employee benefit
    plans and deferred
    compensation     		(e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    Nicole WhitleyClick to see attachment Prgm Officer
    40.00     		61,198 7,466  
    1919 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance,CA90501
    Donna HammondClick to see attachment Sr Prgm Ofcr
    40.00     		85,453 10,560  
    1919 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance,CA90501
    Total number of other employees paid over $50,000...................bullet  
    3 Five highest-paid independent contractors for professional services (see page 23 of the instructions). If none, enter "NONE".
    (a) Name and address of each person paid more than $50,000 (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
    NONE
    Total number of others receiving over $50,000 for professional services.............bullet  
    Part IX-A
    Summary of Direct Charitable Activities
    List the foundation’s four largest direct charitable activities during the tax year. Include relevant statistical information such as the number of organizations and other beneficiaries served, conferences convened, research papers produced, etc. Expenses
    1
     
    2  
    3  
    4  
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    Part IX-B
    Summary of Program-Related Investments (see page 23 of the instructions)
    Describe the two largest program-related investments made by the foundation during the tax year on lines 1 and 2. Amount
    1  
    2  
    All other program-related investments. See page 24 of the instructions.
    3  
    Total. Add lines 1 through 3...........................bullet  
    Part X
    Minimum Investment Return (All domestic foundations must complete this part. Foreign foundations,
    see page 24 of the instructions.)
    1
    Fair market value of assets not used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes:
    a
    Average monthly fair market value of securities...................
    1a
    31,224,622
    b
    Average of monthly cash balances.......................
    1b
    8,421
    c
    Fair market value of all other assets (see page 24 of the instructions)............
    1c
    0
    d
    Total (add lines 1a, b, and c).........................
    1d
    31,233,043
    e
    Reduction claimed for blockage or other factors reported on lines 1a and
    1c (attach detailed explanation) ..............
    1e
    0
    2
    Acquisition indebtedness applicable to line 1 assets..................
    2
     
    3
    Subtract line 2 from line 1d..........................
    3
    31,233,043
    4
    Cash deemed held for charitable activities. Enter 1 1⁄2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see page 25
    of the instructions) ............................
    4
    468,496
    5
    Net value of noncharitable-use assets. Subtract line 4 from line 3. Enter here and on Part V, line 4
    5
    30,764,547
    6
    Minimum investment return. Enter 5% of line 5...................
    6
    1,538,227
    Part XI
    Distributable Amount bullet and do not complete this part.)
    1
    Minimum investment return from Part X, line 6....................
    1
    1,538,227
    2a
    Tax on investment income for 2010 from Part VI, line 5......
    2a
    39,801
    b
    Income tax for 2010. (This does not include the tax from Part VI.)...
    2b
     
    c
    Add lines 2a and 2b............................
    2c
    39,801
    3
    Distributable amount before adjustments. Subtract line 2c from line 1............
    3
    1,498,426
    4
    Recoveries of amounts treated as qualifying distributions................
    4
     
    5
    Add lines 3 and 4.............................
    5
    1,498,426
    6
    Deduction from distributable amount (see page 25 of the instructions)...........
    6
     
    7
    Distributable amount as adjusted. Subtract line 6 from line 5. Enter here and on Part XIII,
    line 1.................................
    7
    1,498,426
    Part XII
    Qualifying Distributions (see page 25 of the instructions)
    1
    Amounts paid (including administrative expenses) to accomplish charitable, etc., purposes:
    a
    Expenses, contributions, gifts, etc.—total from Part I, column (d), line 26 ..........
    1a
    1,610,074
    b
    Program-related investments—total from Part IX-B..................
    1b
     
    2
    Amounts paid to acquire assets used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes................................
    2
     
    3
    Amounts set aside for specific charitable projects that satisfy the:
    a
    Suitability test (prior IRS approval required)....................
    3a
     
    b
    Cash distribution test (attach the required schedule) .................
    3b
     
    4
    Qualifying distributions. Add lines 1a through 3b. Enter here and on Part V, line 8, and Part XIII, line 4
    4
    1,610,074
    5
    Foundations that qualify under section 4940(e) for the reduced rate of tax on net investment
    income. Enter 1% of Part I, line 27b (see page 26 of the instructions)............
    5
     
    6
    Adjusted qualifying distributions. Subtract line 5 from line 4...............
    6
    1,610,074
    Note: The amount on line 6 will be used in Part V, column (b), in subsequent years when calculating whether the foundation qualifies for
    the section 4940(e) reduction of tax in those years.
    Form 990-PF (2010)
    Form 990-PF (2010)
    Page 8
    Part XIII
    Undistributed Income (see page 26 of the instructions)
    (a)
    Corpus     		(b)
    Years prior to 2009     		(c)
    2009     		(d)
    2010
    1 Distributable amount for 2010 from Part XI, line 7 1,498,426
    2 Undistributed income, if any, as of the end of 2010:
    a Enter amount for 2009 only.......  
    b Total for prior years:20, 20, 20  
    3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2010:
    a From 2005....... 559,848
    b From 2006....... 728,224
    c From 2007....... 312,610
    d From 2008....... 408,826
    e From 2009.......  
    fTotal of lines 3a through e......... 2,009,508
    4Qualifying distributions for 2010 from Part
    XII, line 4: bullet$ 1,610,074
    a Applied to 2009, but not more than line 2a  
    b Applied to undistributed income of prior years
    (Election required—see page 26 of the instructions)    		  
    c Treated as distributions out of corpus (Election
    required—see page 26 of the instructions)...     		0
    d Applied to 2010 distributable amount..... 1,498,426
    e Remaining amount distributed out of corpus 111,648
    5 Excess distributions carryover applied to 2010.    
    (If an amount appears in column (d), the
    same amount must be shown in column (a).)
    6Enter the net total of each column as
    indicated below:
    a Corpus. Add lines 3f, 4c, and 4e. Subtract line 5 2,121,156
    b Prior years’ undistributed income. Subtract
    line 4b from line 2b ...........     		 
    c Enter the amount of prior years’ undistributed
    income for which a notice of deficiency has
    been issued, or on which the section 4942(a)
    tax has been previously assessed......     		 
    d Subtract line 6c from line 6b. Taxable
    amount—see page 27 of the instructions ...     		 
    e Undistributed income for 2009. Subtract line
    4a from line 2a. Taxable amount—see page 27
    of the instructions ...........     		 
    f Undistributed income for 2010. Subtract
    lines 4d and 5 from line 1. This amount must
    be distributed in 2011 ..........     		0
    7 Amounts treated as distributions out of
    corpus to satisfy requirements imposed by
    section 170(b)(1)(F) or 4942(g)(3) (see page 27
    of the instructions) ...........     		 
    8Excess distributions carryover from 2005 not
    applied on line 5 or line 7 (see page 27 of the
    instructions) .............     		559,848
    9Excess distributions carryover to 2011.
    Subtract lines 7 and 8 from line 6a ......     		1,561,308
    10 Analysis of line 9:
    a Excess from 2006.... 728,224
    b Excess from 2007.... 312,610
    c Excess from 2008.... 408,826
    d Excess from 2009....  
    e Excess from 2010.... 111,648
    Form 990-PF (2010)
    Form 990-PF (2010)
    Page 9
    Part XIV
    Private Operating Foundations (see page 27 of the instructions and Part VII-A, question 9)
    1a If the foundation has received a ruling or determination letter that it is a private operating
    foundation, and the ruling is effective for 2010, enter the date of the ruling.......bullet
     
    b Check box to indicate whether the organization is a private operating foundation described in section or
    2a Enter the lesser of the adjusted net
    income from Part I or the minimum
    investment return from Part X for each
    year listed ..........     		Tax year Prior 3 years (e) Total
    (a) 2010 (b) 2009 (c) 2008 (d) 2007
             
    b 85% of line 2a .........          
    c Qualifying distributions from Part XII,
    line 4 for each year listed .....     		         
    d Amounts included in line 2c not used directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities ....     		         
    e Qualifying distributions made directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities.
    Subtract line 2d from line 2c ....     		         
    3 Complete 3a, b, or c for the
    alternative test relied upon:
    a “Assets” alternative test—enter:
    (1) Value of all assets ......          
    (2) Value of assets qualifying
    under section 4942(j)(3)(B)(i)    		          
    b “Endowment” alternative test— enter 2⁄3
    of minimum investment return shown in
    Part X, line 6 for each year listed...     		         
    c “Support” alternative test—enter:
    (1) Total support other than gross
    investment income (interest,
    dividends, rents, payments
    on securities loans (section
    512(a)(5)), or royalties) ....     		         
    (2) Support from general public
    and 5 or more exempt
    organizations as provided in
    section 4942(j)(3)(B)(iii)....     		         
    (3) Largest amount of support
    from an exempt organization    		          
    (4) Gross investment income          
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (Complete this part only if the organization had $5,000 or more in
    assets at any time during the year—see page 27 of the instructions.)
    1Information Regarding Foundation Managers:
    aList any managers of the foundation who have contributed more than 2% of the total contributions received by the foundation
    before the close of any tax year (but only if they have contributed more than $5,000). (See section 507(d)(2).)
    bList any managers of the foundation who own 10% or more of the stock of a corporation (or an equally large portion of the
    ownership of a partnership or other entity) of which the foundation has a 10% or greater interest.
    2Information Regarding Contribution, Grant, Gift, Loan, Scholarship, etc., Programs:
    Check here bullet
    aThe name, address, and telephone number of the person to whom applications should be addressed:
    American Honda Foundation
    1919 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance,CA90501
    (310) 781-4090
    bThe form in which applications should be submitted and information and materials they should include:
    Application may also be submitted at www.foundation.honda.com .
    cAny submission deadlines:
    N/A
    dAny restrictions or limitations on awards, such as by geographical areas, charitable fields, kinds of institutions, or other
    factors:
    N/A
    Form 990-PF (2010)
    Form 990-PF (2010)
    Page 10
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (continued)
    3 Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment
    Recipient If recipient is an individual,
    show any relationship to
    any foundation manager
    or substantial contributor
    		 Foundation
    status of
    recipient     		Purpose of grant or
    contribution     		Amount
    Name and address (home or business)
    aPaid during the year
    Young Womens Leadership Charter School
    2641 S Calumet Avenue
    Chicago,IL60616     		N/A Public Girls, grades 7-12, learn science through inquiry and experimentation, like scientists, rather than directly through a teacher or text. In addition to year-long science courses, an important component to YWLCS curriculum is its annual Science Fair. All projects are based on the Chicago River, with students analyzing the river based on their grade levels science focus. Beyond the classroom, YWLCS provides unique exposure to research-based projects and career exploration via extra-curricular activities, internships and Saturday Academies offered through local partnerships. 50,000
    We're Reaching Out to Education
    247 Double Springs Road
    Bowling Green,KY42101     		N/A Public Low-income students from Bowling Green/Warren Countys public housing authority districts spend 20 hours per week immersed in a science and math enrichment program. Science concepts studied include: K-2nd grades - weather, plant development and animal science; 3rd-4th grades - geology, water science and chemical properties; and 6th-8th grades - chemistry, biology, astronomy and more. The End-of-Summer Extravaganza consists of a science fair, presentations and other fun activities for the entire community. 20,313
    Urban League of Greater Hartford
    140 Woodland Street
    Hartford,CT06105     		N/A Public Targeting youth 18-21, this intensive program provides a strong foundation in the high growth, high demand field of Pharmacy Technician. For ten weeks, students participate in lecture discussions and practical problem-solving exercises using pharmacy software - while working towards earning their GED. After successfully completing the training and meeting specific requirements, students are offered internships at local pharmacies working under the guidance of a certified pharmacy technician. 30,000
    The Works
    5701 Normandale Road
    Edina,MN55424     		N/A Public Building on childrens innate curiosity to tinker, the Works partners with school districts throughout the Minneapolis / St. Paul region; providing unique and whimsical engineering projects to students grades K-6. The curriculum fulfills the state Science Standards and inspires students to learn more about how their world works. 25,000
    The Posse Foundation
    900 Wilshire Blvd Suite 500
    Los Angeles,CA90017     		N/A Public After a competitive selection process, urban high school seniors are placed in diverse cohorts of ten students (called a posse). Beginning with an 8-month Pre-Collegiate Training Program, each member attends weekly workshops designed to enhance academic excellence, group support and leadership. Each posse then enters a pre-determined four-year college/university together, receiving continual support services throughout their college years; leading to competitive and career-enhancing internships and jobs. 40,000
    The Kohala Center
    65-1291A Kawaihae Road
    Kamuela,HI96743     		N/A Public With eleven of the worlds 13 major climate zones, the Hawaii Island serves as the perfect living outdoor classroom. Through HI-SEES, 6th through 12th grade students engage in field research experiences that meet the Hawaii Content and Performance Standards. During the school year, teachers and their students design and implement research projects based on one of four selected watersheds. Students present their findings to a panel of local community leaders and environmentalists at the annual HI-SEES Conference. 60,000
    The Hispanic College Fund Inc
    601 S Figueroa STE 2375
    Los Angeles,CA90017     		N/A Public Underserved Hispanic high school teens who attend targeted, low-income high schools in Los Angeles, participate in an intensive summer residency program for four days and three nights on the UCLA campus followed by ongoing support services throughout the school year. Activities include networking with Latino professionals in the STEM fields; attending college and career fairs; leadership and life skills training; and community involvement projects. 25,000
    Santa Clara University
    500 El Camino Real
    Santa Clara,CA95053     		N/A Public Approximately 1,000 Santa Clara County middle school students, who are below grade level in math, receive four weeks of intensive mathematics intervention in pre-Algebra and Algebra. Research-based curriculum, Mathematics Navigator, is used to identify specific math gaps and help teachers determine the appropriate curriculum modules to assign. In addition to hands-on activities, the program includes daily mentoring, college tours and college-readiness presentations. 60,000
    Rebekah Childrens Services
    290 IOOF Avenue
    Gilroy,CA95020     		N/A Public Special needs, transition-age youth, 14-25 receive food service and behavioral skills training in preparation for a career in the hospitality industry. Each session runs 10 weeks and is led by a professional chef. All food, cooking and nutrition activities are science-based and fun. For example, students learn how yeast is used to make dough rise and gain valuable, real-life experiences while earning up to three high school credits per session. 45,000
    Phillips Brooks House Association Inc
    One North Harvard Yard
    Cambridge,MA02138     		N/A Public The Summer Urban program is a network of vibrant summer day camps staffed by 120 college students (senior counselors) and 100 at-risk teens (junior counselors) serving as role models to more than 700 low-income, minority and disabled children living in subsidized housing. For six weeks, junior and senior counselors work together to deliver fun, engaging hands-on lessons in science, math and reading. Junior counselors receive 50 hours of pre- and post-camp training including classroom management, team building, leadership, and development skills. 30,055
    Palos Verdes Peninsula Education Found
    300 Paseo Del Mar
    Palos Verdes Estates,CA90266     		N/A Public The STEM Program was designed to provide middle school students, grades 6-8 with a foundation and pipeline to high school, college and career success in STEM-related fields. Using the nationally recognized Project Lead the Way curriculum, students receive fun, hands-on activities designed to give them real world applications as well as develop their problem solving, critical thinking and creative and innovative reasoning skills. Curriculum modules include: Design and Modeling; Automation and Robotics; Space and Flight; and Energy in the Environment. 60,000
    National Science Teachers Association
    1840 Wilson Blvd
    Arlington,VA22201     		N/A Public Aimed at retaining middle and high school science teachers, the New Science Teacher Academy was created to enhance teacher confidence and content knowledge. Throughout the academic school year, selected teachers receive on-going e-mentoring from veteran science teachers and scientists; unlimited use of science resources and lesson plans; and participation in other web-based professional development activities. Eligible teachers must be entering their second or third year of teaching and spend 51% of the time teaching science. 45,000
    Jumpstart for Young Children Inc
    3540 Wilshire Blvd Suite 818
    Los Angeles,CA90010     		N/A Public Jumpstart enlists college students (Corps Members) for a full school year to help preschool children develop language, literacy, social and initiative skills. Teams of four to eight Corps Members spend approximately two hours, twice a week, working with preschool children in groups as well as one-on-one. A different storybook is used to introduce the scientific theme for the week and is supplemented with a variety of fun, hands-on activities. Parents receive a set of storybooks along with additional resources to continue engagement in the home. 60,000
    Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
    1999 Avenue of the Stars 4th Floor
    Los Angeles,CA90067     		N/A Public The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides a four-year college scholarship, comprehensive mentoring and career guidance to approximately 125 minority students who would not otherwise have the opportunity to attend college. The Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) support component provides additional and specific support for STEM majors. Scholars attend workshops focused on STEM subjects, interface with mentors in the field and are required to participate in community service projects as a provision of their scholarship. 60,000
    Higher Achievement Program Inc
    317 8th Steet NE
    Washington,DC20002     		N/A Public The Science in the Summer program is offered to students, grades 5-8. This seven-week program uses a hands-on approach, with each grade level focusing on a specific theme ranging from the biological to environmental sciences. At the end of the summer, each scholar completes a science fair project and participates in a three-day college trip which includes living in a college dorm and attending science classes taught by university professors. 60,000
    Global Kids Inc
    137 East 25th Street 2nd Floor
    New York,NY10010     		N/A Public Through Lets Talk Sustainability, urban high school students research concepts related to sustainability such as energy, urbanization, pollution and global warming. After learning about these issues and the work scientists are doing to address them, students produce an hour-long interactive virtual talk show with interviews of scientists, pre-produced videos and game show-like activities. Technology and virtual worlds like Second Life are used to bring awareness to youth about what actions can be taken to live in a more sustainable world. 60,000
    Georgia State University
    One Park Place South Suite 549
    Atlanta,GA30303     		N/A Public Sixty high school students interested in becoming urban math or science educators are selected to participate in an intensive three-week summer program. Students rotate through courses in early childhood and secondary math and science and receive lessons on learning styles, communication skills and classroom management. Participants then create and deliver lesson plans to young children at GSUs Lanette Suttles Child Development Center. 29,400
    Delaware Foundation for Science and Math
    100 W 20th Street Suite 612
    Wilmington,DE19801     		N/A Public Through a unique partnership between DFSME, the Delaware Department of Education and NBC Learn, middle schools in the state of Delaware will have access to NBC Learn Archive on Demand, an innovative media tool aligned to state standards. Designed for use in K-12 classrooms, the tool is a collection of NBC News videos, primary source documents, photos and images, graphs and charts. Accessible and downloadable from any internet-connected computer, the tool covers subjects such as Science, Mathematics, Language Arts and Social Studies. 60,000
    Communities in Schools
    5830 Field Street
    Detroit,MI48213     		N/A Public In an effort to boost student achievement and interest in science, low-income students from Detroit Public Schools and the Mt. Clemens Community School District are introduced to science through fun, hands-on experiments and assemblies. Teachers and administrators are then trained and equipped with Science-in-a-Box kits, suitable for grades 5-8. Each kit contains multiple lesson plans and the necessary equipment and materials to conduct experiments in the classroom. After-school and summer science programs are also offered to supplement school year activities. 60,000
    Claremont Graduate Univ School of Edu
    165 East Tenth Street
    Claremont,CA91711     		N/A Public At-risk, African-American male, 8th grade students from north Long Beach are selected to participate in a four-week summer residential math academy on the Harvey Mudd College campus. Participants receive intensive math training and exploration led by college and university faculty, graduate students and undergraduate math majors. Daily sessions include activities designed to give boys, real-world, hands-on applications of math concepts. Saturday sessions delivered throughout the school year, enhance lessons learned during the summer. 60,000
    Butterfly Pavilion
    6252 W 104th Avenue
    Westminster,CO80020     		N/A Public Through a unique partnership with the Childrens Museum and the Denver Botanic Gardens, the Butterfly Pavilion works with low-income elementary schools within two nearby school districts to bring real-world experiences to already existing science curricula. Along with professional development in the life sciences, K-3rd grade teachers receive among other things curriculum support, field trips, and interactive in-class lessons conducted by GROW educators. 24,500
    Brotherhood Crusade
    200 E Slauson Avenue
    Los Angeles,CA90011     		N/A Public The BioFuture STEM Education Initiative was designed to reintroduce underserved South Los Angeles youth, ages 10-15 to science. Offered year-round, BioFuture complements the states mathematics and science content standards and engages students in thought-provoking activities such as dissections, DNA investigations and aerodynamic design. Teachers receive more than 80 hours of intensive training and professional development and parents are encouraged to participate in monthly meetings to help support their childs learning. 60,000
    Black Data Processing Assoc Edu & Tech
    4423 Lehigh Rd 277
    College Park,MD20740     		N/A Public Underserved minority students, grades 8-12 are introduced to the field of Information Technology. Each of BDPAs 45 chapters train an average of 50-75 students for nine months, focusing on topics such as programming and developing languages; web design; and problem-solving solutions. Students also acquire important business skills including delivering presentations, team building and time management. Top students from each chapter go on to showcase their talents and vie for scholarship awards at BDPAs National High School Computer Competition. 25,000
    Biotech Partners
    800 Dwight Way T50K
    Berkeley,CA94710     		N/A Public Disadvantaged high school students are exposed to the biotechnology industry through hands-on experiments and college-preparatory science courses focused on molecular biology and biochemistry. Over the summer, eligible students are placed in paid internships through several scientific, bioscience and healthcare organizations. Academy graduates then participate in the Community College Bioscience Career Institute, gaining more advanced laboratory training and coursework, culminating in the award of a Certificate of Achievement in Bioscience. 55,000
    Atlanta Technical College Foundation
    1560 Metropolitan Parkway SW
    Atlanta,GA30310     		N/A Public Approximately 90 high school juniors and seniors explore careers in alternative energy during Saturday sessions held on the Atlanta Technical College campus. Students engage in hands-on projects using solar and wind power such as testing and researching alternative fuels and conducting real-world simulations. In the summer, students receive basic construction skills training and upon completion, earn high school and college credits as well as internships in alternative energy and/or construction maintenance. 60,000
    Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health
    483 Hudson Avenue
    Brooklyn,NY11201     		N/A Public Recruiting under served, at-risk middle and high school students from Brooklyn, the Health Science Academy nurtures students interest in health careers from middle school through college. Participants make a commitment for three years to receive intensive after-school science and health instruction, participate in hands-on activities and receive mentoring from graduate students and health care professionals. 50,000
    Appalachian Trail Conservancy
    799 W Washington Street
    Harpers Ferry,WV25425     		N/A Public The Appalachian's 2,176-mile National Scenic Trail is used as an educational tool along with other resources to provide teachers with the knowledge, skills and inspiration to transform classroom teaching into exciting place-based education. Teachers develop their own curriculum that integrates hands-on study and addresses concepts in ecology, volunteerism and civics. 50,040
    American Indian Science and Engineering
    2305 Renard SE
    Albuquerque,NM87119     		N/A Public The National American Indian Science and Engineering Fair and Science Expo provides leadership, networking and inspiration to American Indian and Alaska Native students, grades 5-12 representing numerous tribes and states. Students learn and implement the scientific method through engaging hands-on science; conducting research; collecting data and interacting with professional STEM role models. Participants have the opportunity to showcase their projects at the AISES three-day NAISEF conference. 60,000
    African-American Male Achievers Network
    6709 La Tijeera Blvd 920
    Los Angeles,CA90045     		N/A Public Students grades K-12 simulate space travel, conduct experiments and communicate with mission control thanks to A-MANs prototype of NASAs International Space Station, Sirius B. In addition, boys and girls work in small groups, conducting age-appropriate math and science activities taught by volunteer engineers and scientists who serve as mentors. 60,000
    Achieve Minneapolis
    111 3rd Avenue South
    Minneapolis,MN55401     		N/A Public Art forms such as music, theater, literary and visual arts are infused with non-arts disciplines to improve the academic achievement of Minneapolis students, grades K-12. Observational Drawing, one of six art-integration strategies is used to deepen student understanding in science and math. Students visually study each integral part of an object allowing them to gain a better understanding of mathematical concepts and increase their scientific literacy. 40,000
    Total .................................bullet 3a 1,424,308
    bApproved for future payment
    Total ..................................bullet 3b  
    Form 990-PF (2010)
    Form 990-PF (2010)
    Page 11
    Part XVI-A
    Analysis of Income-Producing Activities
    Enter gross amounts unless otherwise indicated. Unrelated business income Excluded by section 512, 513, or 514 (e)
    Related or exempt
    function income
    (See page 28 of
    the instructions.)
    1Program service revenue: (a)
    Business code     		(b)
    Amount     		(c)
    Exclusion code     		(d)
    Amount
    a
    b
    c
    d
    e
    f
    gFees and contracts from government agencies          
    2 Membership dues and assessments....          
    3Interest on savings and temporary cash investments          
    4 Dividends and interest from securities....     14 1,184,584  
    5 Net rental income or (loss) from real estate:
    aDebt-financed property......          
    bNot debt-financed property.....          
    6Net rental income or (loss) from personal property          
    7 Other investment income.....     18 10,710  
    8Gain or (loss) from sales of assets other than inventory     18 1,019,887  
    9 Net income or (loss) from special events:          
    10 Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory..          
    11 Other revenue: a
    b
    c
    d
    e
    12 Subtotal. Add columns (b), (d), and (e)..   2,215,181  
    13Total. Add line 12, columns (b), (d), and (e)...................
    132,215,181
    (See worksheet in line 13 instructions on page 28 to verify calculations.)
    Part XVI-B
    Relationship of Activities to the Accomplishment of Exempt Purposes
    Line No.
    DownArrow     		Explain below how each activity for which income is reported in column (e) of Part XVI-A contributed importantly to
    the accomplishment of the organization’s exempt purposes (other than by providing funds for such purposes). (See
    page 28 of the instructions.)
    8 Same as Above
    7 The exempt purpose is to make grants to other tax-exempt organizations for programs which ultimately result in providing solutions to the complex cultural, educational, scientific and social concerns facing american society.
    Form 990-PF (2010)
    Form 990-PF (2010)
    Page 12
    Part XVII
    Information Regarding Transfers To and Transactions and Relationships With Noncharitable Exempt Organizations
    1
    Did the organization directly or indirectly engage in any of the following with any other organization described in section
    Yes
    No
    501(c) of the Code (other than section 501(c)(3) organizations) or in section 527, relating to political organizations?
    a
    Transfers from the reporting foundation to a noncharitable exempt organization of:
    (1) Cash....................................
    1a(1)
     
    No
    (2) Other assets.................................
    1a(2)
     
    No
    b
    Other transactions:
    (1) Sales of assets to a noncharitable exempt organization....................
    1b(1)
     
    No
    (2) Purchases of assets from a noncharitable exempt organization..................
    1b(2)
     
    No
    (3) Rental of facilities, equipment, or other assets.......................
    1b(3)
     
    No
    (4) Reimbursement arrangements............................
    1b(4)
     
    No
    (5) Loans or loan guarantees..............................
    1b(5)
     
    No
    (6) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations................
    1b(6)
     
    No
    c
    Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, other assets, or paid employees..............
    1c
     
    No
    d
    If the answer to any of the above is “Yes,” complete the following schedule. Column (b) should always show the fair market value
    of the goods, other assets, or services given by the reporting foundation. If the foundation received less than fair market value
    in any transaction or sharing arrangement, show in column (d) the value of the goods, other assets, or services received.
    (a) Line No. (b) Amount involved (c) Name of noncharitable exempt organization (d) Description of transfers, transactions, and sharing arrangements
    2a
    Is the foundation directly or indirectly affiliated with, or related to, one or more tax-exempt organizations
    described in section 501(c) of the Code (other than section 501(c)(3)) or in section 527?...........
    b
    If “Yes,” complete the following schedule.
    (a) Name of organization (b) Type of organization (c) Description of relationship
    SignHere
    Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than taxpayer or fiduciary) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge.
    Bullet Bullet
    Signature of officer or trustee Date Title
    PaidPreparersUseOnly Preparer's SignatureBullet Date PTIN
    Firm's namebullet



    Firm's addressbullet







         		Firm's EINbullet
    Phone no.
    Form 990-PF (2010)
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    Form 990PF - Special Condition Description:
    Special Condition Description
    Schedule B
    (Form 990, 990-EZ,
    or 990-PF)
    Department of the Treasury
    Internal Revenue Service
    Schedule of Contributors
    Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
    OMB No. 1545-0047
    2010
    Name of organization
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
     
    Employer identification number

    95-3924667
    Organization type (check one):
    Filers of:
    Section:
    Form 990 or 990-EZ





    Form 990-PF




    Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
    Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
    General Rule—
    Special Rules
    ......................... Arrow Bullet   $    
    Caution. An Organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
    990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2 of its Form 990, or check the box in the heading of its
    Form 990-EZ, or on line 2 of its Form 990-PF, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
    990-EZ, or 990-PF).
    For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
    for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
    Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
    Page 1 of 1 of Part I
    Name of organization
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
          		Employer identification number

    95-3924667
    Part I
    Contributors (see Instructions)
    		     
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Aggregate contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    1
     
     

    American Honda Motor Co Inc    
    1919 Torrance Blvd
       
    Torrance, CA   90501

    		$162,197




    (Complete Part II if there is
    a noncash contribution.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Aggregate contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

         
     
       

    		$  




    (Complete Part II if there is
    a noncash contribution.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Aggregate contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

         
     
       

    		$  




    (Complete Part II if there is
    a noncash contribution.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Aggregate contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

         
     
       

    		$  




    (Complete Part II if there is
    a noncash contribution.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Aggregate contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

         
     
       

    		$  




    (Complete Part II if there is
    a noncash contribution.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Aggregate contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

         
     
       

    		$  




    (Complete Part II if there is
    a noncash contribution.)
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
    Page 1 of 1 of Part II
    Name of organization
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
          		Employer identification number

    95-3924667
    Part II
    Noncash Property (see Instructions)
    		     
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
    1
    		 Contributed Administrative Services, Salaries and Office Facilities.   $52,918 2010-01-01
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
    Page 1 of 1 of Part III
    Name of organization
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
          		Employer identification number

    95-3924667
    Part III
    Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., individual contributions to section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organizations
    aggregating more than $1,000 for the year. (Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry.)
    For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
    contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet $  
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Purpose of gift    		 (c)
    Use of gift    		 (d)
    Description of how gift is held
     
    (e)
    Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
           
     
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Purpose of gift    		 (c)
    Use of gift    		 (d)
    Description of how gift is held
     
    (e)
    Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
           
     
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Purpose of gift    		 (c)
    Use of gift    		 (d)
    Description of how gift is held
     
    (e)
    Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
           
     
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Purpose of gift    		 (c)
    Use of gift    		 (d)
    Description of how gift is held
     
    (e)
    Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
           
     
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

    Additional Data


    Software ID: 10000105
    Software Version: 2010v3.2

    TY 2010 AccountingFeesSchedule
    Name:
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
    EIN: 95-3924667
    Software ID:10000105
    Software Version:2010v3.2
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    Accounting & Audit Fees 18,613 0 0 0

    TY 2010 EmployeeCompensationExpln
    Name:
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
    EIN: 95-3924667
    Software ID:10000105
    Software Version:2010v3.2
    Employee Explanation
    Nicole Whitley  
    Donna Hammond  

    TY 2010 InvestmentsCorpStockSchedule
    Name:
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
    EIN: 95-3924667
    Software ID:10000105
    Software Version:2010v3.2
    Name of Stock End of Year Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
    Boston Co 5,075,348 5,075,348
    Santa Barbara 4,974,063 4,974,063

    TY 2010 InvestmentsOtherSchedule2
    Name:
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
    EIN: 95-3924667
    Software ID:10000105
    Software Version:2010v3.2
    Category/ Item Listed at Cost or FMV Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
    Trade Winds FMV 4,727,496 4,727,496
    Merrill Lynch (Technology) FMV 940,667 940,667
    PIMCO FMV 16,451,701 16,451,701

    TY 2010 LegalFeesSchedule
    Name:
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
    EIN: 95-3924667
    Software ID:10000105
    Software Version:2010v3.2
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    Legal 142 0 0 0


    TY 2010 OtherExpensesSchedule
    Name:
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
    EIN: 95-3924667
    Software ID:10000105
    Software Version:2010v3.2
    Description Revenue and Expenses per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    TELEPHONE 1,602      
    Storage 487     487
    Rent 15,347      
    Postage & Freight 735     506
    Miscellanous 203     201
    Meetings & Public Relations 394      
    Liability Insurance 148     147
    Leased Equipment 8,673      
    Grants Management 9,600     9,600
    Dues & Membership 7,406     7,406
    Bank Charges 27     27


    TY 2010 OtherIncomeSchedule2
    Name:
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
    EIN: 95-3924667
    Software ID:10000105
    Software Version:2010v3.2
    Description Revenue And Expenses Per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income
    Other Investment Income 10,710 10,710  


    TY 2010 OtherIncreasesSchedule
    Name:
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
    EIN: 95-3924667
    Software ID:10000105
    Software Version:2010v3.2
    Description Amount
    Unrealized Gain on Marketable Securities 684,101


    TY 2010 OtherProfessionalFeesSchedule
    Name:
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
    EIN: 95-3924667
    Software ID:10000105
    Software Version:2010v3.2
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    Investment Management Fees 213,916 213,916 0 0


    TY 2010 TaxesSchedule
    Name:
    AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATION
    EIN: 95-3924667
    Software ID:10000105
    Software Version:2010v3.2
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    Payroll Tax 18,663      
    Foreign Income Tax 11,220 11,220    
    Excise Tax 55,492      
    Business Tax & License 195