Michael J Connell Foundation Michael J Connell Charities Lte
Invitation OnlyPasadena, California · EIN 95-6000904 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$962K
Organizations funded22
Typical grant$40,000
Total assets$19.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $50,000.
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
22% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Philharmonic Association | Los Angeles, CA | Board member dues/ annual fund 2024 | $142,000 |
| Five Acres | Altadena, CA | Grant to support fire recovery & relief | $80,000 |
| Montana Shakespeare in the Parks | Bozeman, MT | Grant for 2025 summer parks tour | $70,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Pasadena | Pasadena, CA | Grant | $60,000 |
| Casa of Los Angeles | Monterey Park, CA | Board member grant | $60,000 |
| Alexandria House | Los Angeles, CA | Grant | $50,000 |
| El Nido Family Centers | Los Angeles, CA | Grant to support farmers market expansion | $50,000 |
| Musiique | Pasadena, CA | Grant | $50,000 |
| Reading Partners | Los Angeles, CA | Grant | $50,000 |
| Bitter Root | Hamilton, MT | Grant | $50,000 |
| Concerned Resources & Environmental Workers | Ojai, CA | Grant | $40,000 |
| Pasadena Conservatory of Music | Pasadena, CA | Grant | $40,000 |
| Pasadena Community Foundation | Pasadena, CA | Grant for eaton fire fund | $35,000 |
| A Noise Within | Pasadena, CA | Grant | $35,000 |
| Arroyos & Foothills Conservancy | Pasadena, CA | Grant for eation fire recovery project | $30,000 |
| Per Scholas | Bronx, NY | Grant | $30,000 |
| Los Angeles Childrens Chorus | Pasadena, CA | Need based scholarships | $25,000 |
| Rediscover Center | Los Angeles, CA | Grant to support community arts program | $20,000 |
| Frostig School | Pasadena, CA | Grant | $20,000 |
| Raising Curtain Foundation | Santa Claritta, CA | Grant | $10,000 |
| The Corner Food Pantry | Lakeeville, CT | Grant | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Denver, CO | Grant | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $962,000 | 22 |
| 2023 | $761,000 | 16 |
| 2022 | $750,000 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 16, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611359349104906
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 95-6000904
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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