Callahan Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyPasadena, California · EIN 85-4325642 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$3.4M
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$46,500
Total assets$17.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $350,039.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
18% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polytechnic School | Pasadena, CA | Endowment for financial aid for students | $1,999,797 |
| Mama2mama | Pasadena, CA | For family planning and women's health services | $607,594 |
| Southern California Children's Museum | Pasadena, CA | For expenses related to the operation of the museum. | $350,039 |
| Planned Parenthood | Altadena, CA | For family planning and women's health services. | $200,583 |
| The Earth Species Project | Berkeley, CA | For expensese realted to animal research efforts. | $95,000 |
| Foothill Family Services | Pasadena, CA | For family social services | $46,500 |
| Bnai Simcha Preschool | Pasadena, CA | For expenses related to the preschool program. | $25,317 |
| Global Health Exchanges | Anchorage, AK | Unrestricted gift in support of organization's medical missions to nicaragua | $20,000 |
| Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center | Pasadena, CA | For expenses related to youth and adult education programs | $10,000 |
| Friends in Deed | Pasadena, CA | Donation to underwrite charity golf tournament in support of organization that provides homeless services in the pasadena area | $5,000 |
| Teach for America | New York, NY | Unrestricted gift in support of organization's work to support schools in underserved communities | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,364,830 | 11 |
| 2023 | $2,439,920 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 9, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202512529349100511
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-4325642
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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