The William E Connor II Foundation Inc
The William E Connor II Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Reno, Nevada. It administers funds for charitable and educational purposes and distributes funds to charities selected by the foundation.
The William E Connor II Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The William E Connor II Foundation Inc gave $366K across 15 grants in 2024 (avg $24K), mostly in California. 20% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $366,479
- +21.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 15
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $24,432
- +21.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,564
- Total assets
- $510,421
- +10.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 20% first-time grantees (3 of 15, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- California (69% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The William E Connor II Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 990 So Rock Blvd Suite F, Reno, NV 89502
Phone: (775) 856-2448
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The William E Connor II Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Prager University Foundation ($150K). Together the top 10 received $360K.
Grant Size Distribution
85 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 73 grants of 85 (86%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 filing reports that grant dollars went to recipients in California (69%), Hawaii (14%), New York (9%), Massachusetts (3%), and an unidentified state category (5%). The listed recipients also include organizations identified in the filing as being in Hong Kong.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 15 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The William E Connor II Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
20%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 3 of 15 grantees (20%) were first-time recipients. With only 15 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. First grants averaged $44K; repeat grants $20K. How we count
Medians: $31K first-time, $3K repeat.
- 73% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 65% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $222K (2021) to $366K (2024). In 2024 it made 15 grants totaling $366K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Prager University Foundation Sherman Oaks, CA | Further the Charity Activity | $150,000 |
| Friends of Laguna Seca Salinas, CA | Further the Charity Activity | $100,000 |
| Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI | Further the Charity Activity | $50,000 |
| Chapel & York US Foundation Inc New York, NY | Further the Charity Activity | $30,928 |
| Curry College Milton, MA | Further the Charity Activity | $10,000 |
| Hong Kong Cancer Fund | Further the Charity Activity | $6,731 |
| Hong Kong Down Syndrome Association | Further the Charity Activity | $5,128 |
| The Child Development Centre | Further the Charity Activity | $2,564 |
| Home of Loving Faithfulness | Further the Charity Activity | $2,564 |
| Hong Kong Federation of Handicapped Youth | Further the Charity Activity | $2,564 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $510,421 | $559,765 | $515,510 | $366,479 | 15 | $366,479 | $20,286 |
| 2023 | $461,344 | $2,406 | $400,937 | $302,577 | 15 | $302,577 | $32,972 |
| 2022 | $844,267 | $1,000,456 | $330,331 | $314,609 | 18 | $314,609 | $39,032 |
| 2021 | $162,329 | $52,620 | $229,634 | $221,829 | 19 | $221,829 | $14,635 |
| 2020 | $341,003 | $301,071 | $308,976 | $300,005 | 18 | — | $16,174 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The William E Connor II Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $20K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation states that it operates to receive and administer funds for charitable and educational purposes under Section 501(c)(3), and to distribute funds to charities at times and in amounts it determines.
Its 2024 grants included support for a range of organizations. For example, Prager University Foundation describes its mission as promoting American and Judeo-Christian values through digital media. Friends of Laguna Seca says it works to restore and revitalize the Laguna Seca racing and recreation asset, preserve its racing legacy, and support its role in the local economy. Hawaii Pacific University describes itself as an international learning community offering undergraduate and graduate programs. Other recipients included a college, a secondary school, and charitable organizations.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $366,479 across 15 grants. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $150,000, with a median grant of $2,564. The filing lists the purpose of the grants as “further the charity activity.”
Among the largest listed grants were $150,000 to Prager University Foundation, $100,000 to Friends of Laguna Seca, $50,000 to Hawaii Pacific University, $30,928 to Chapel & York US Foundation Inc, and $10,000 to Curry College. Other listed grants included $6,731 to Hong Kong Cancer Fund, $5,128 to Hong Kong Down Syndrome Association, and $2,000 to The Thacher School.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists William E Connor II as chairman; David Brokaski as president and treasurer; Susan Skidmore as secretary; and Jacque Beck Connor, Bernard Teh, William Todd, and James Gagnon as directors.
The William E Connor II Foundation Inc is led by David Brokaski, President & Treasurer on every filing since 2022; none of the 7 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
David Brokaski
President & Treasurer
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
William E. Connor II
Chairman
Director → Chairman, 2023
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
James E. Gagnon
Director
Treasurer → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Bernard Teh
Director
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Jacque Beck Connor
Director
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
William Todd
Director
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Susan Skidmore
Secretary
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Dinah Sarman-Moschetti (2020–2021) — Secretary
- Former: Terri L. Darling (2020–2021) — President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The William E Connor II Foundation Inc
How much does The William E Connor II Foundation Inc give each year?
The William E Connor II Foundation Inc gave $366K across 15 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $303K across 15 grants.
What is The William E Connor II Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The William E Connor II Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $2,564, and its average grant was $24,432, across 15 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The William E Connor II Foundation Inc that year got $44K on average.
Where does The William E Connor II Foundation Inc give grants?
The William E Connor II Foundation Inc gives mostly in California: 69% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Hawaii (14%) and New York (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (2 grants).
Does The William E Connor II Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 15 grants with a stated purpose on The William E Connor II Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Further the Charity Activity" (15 grants).
Who are The William E Connor II Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The William E Connor II Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Prager University Foundation ($150,000), Friends of Laguna Seca ($100,000) and Hawaii Pacific University ($50,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 82% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The William E Connor II Foundation Inc?
The William E Connor II Foundation Inc reported $510K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $366K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $20K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The William E Connor II Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation states that it operates to receive and administer funds for charitable and educational purposes under Section 501(c)(3), and to distribute funds to charities at times and in amounts it determines. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The William E Connor II Foundation Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The William E Connor II Foundation Inc's EIN?
The William E Connor II Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 32-0176090. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The William E Connor II Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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