Mitchell Foundation for Nature Art and Science
Historical FunderPasadena, California · EIN 83-2458144 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | KAREN MITCHELL |
|---|---|
| Address | 1355 N MENTOR AVE 41491, PASADENA CA 91104 |
| Phone | 6267962097 |
| Form and materials | LETTER |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
8% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Botanic Garden | Claremont, CA | General support | $10,000 |
| Descanso Garden Guild Inc | LA Canada Flintridge, CA | General support | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Arboretum Foundation | Arcadia, CA | General support | $10,000 |
| Polytechnic School | Pasadena, CA | General support | $10,000 |
| The Huntington | San Marino, CA | General support | $10,000 |
| Lassen Park Foundation | Redding, CA | General support | $5,000 |
| Mono Lake Committee | Lee Vining, CA | General support | $5,000 |
| Altadena Music Theater Inc | Altadena, CA | General support | $1,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles | Inglewood, CA | General support | $1,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Merrifield, VA | General support | $1,000 |
| Sierra Club | Oakland, CA | General support | $1,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Arlington, CA | General support | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $65,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $70,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523169349102722
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-2458144
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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