Michael J Connell Foundation
The Michael J. Connell Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation based in Pasadena, California. Incorporated in 1931, the foundation has a long history of supporting philanthropic initiatives across the United States, with particular emphasis on the Los Angeles area and broader California region.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$12.8M
-0.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$761K
+1.5% YoY
Grant Count
16
-11.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$48K
+14.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission is to support programs in social, cultural, educational, and medical fields. Specific focus areas include:
- Arts and Culture — particularly classical music programs and graphic arts
- Education
- Environment
- Health and Medical Endeavors
The foundation has been a long-time supporter of the Los Angeles Philharmonic and has supported public television initiatives.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
of approximately $177 and median grant amounts varying by year.
Average Grant
of approximately $177 and median grant amounts varying by year.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily supports initiatives in the Pasadena and Los Angeles area, with broader funding activity across California. Additional geographic focus areas include Montana, New York, Texas, and Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets: $12,934,362 (as of 2023)
Annual Expenses: $958,930 (2023)
Annual Revenue: $739,902 (2023)
Revenue Composition (2023):
- Investment income and dividends: $397,774
- Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets: $333,713
Asset Growth: Assets increased 2.6% from the previous year.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $12,814,560 | $12,934,362 | $13,144,238 |
| Revenue | $917,163 | $739,902 | $1,184,012 |
| Expenses | $1,008,846 | $958,930 | $944,211 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $836,092 | $807,133 | $787,511 |
| Net Investment Income | $744,509 | $588,105 | $1,027,312 |
| Distributable Amount | $835,659 | $848,492 | $945,063 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
102 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Michael J Connell Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Michael J. Connell serves as President of the foundation. The organization has a team of directors and vice presidents who contribute minimal hours and receive no compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL J CONNELL | PRESIDENT | 0.1 | — |
| CHRISTOPHER CONNELL | DIRECTOR | 0.1 | — |
| LEITH O'LEARY | VP/TREASURER | 0.1 | — |
| PAUL GROSSMAN | VICE PRESIDENT | 0.1 | — |
| JENNIFER DEVOLL | DIRECTOR | 0.1 | — |
| KRISTINA ALLEY | DIRECTOR | 0.1 | — |
Contact Information
Website: www.mjcf.org
Address: 155 S El Molino Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101-2563
Phone: 626-796-2226
Fax: 626-796-2227
EIN: 95-6000904
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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