The Pasadena Community Foundation serves as a leader, catalyst and resource for philanthropy and seeks to improve the lives of people in the greater Pasadena area, now and for future generations.



To fulfill our mission, the Pasadena Community Foundation:

Fosters, builds and preserves permanently endowed charitable funds,

Provides grants and assistance to nurture and strengthen community organizations,

Promotes and participates in community partnerships,

Serves donors to meet their philanthropic goals.



The Pasadena Community Foundation (formerly the Pasadena Foundation) was established in 1953 and has served the greater Pasadena community for over 50 years. Today, the foundation continues to meet community needs through:

The Establishment of Charitable Funds

We work with individuals, families and organizations to establish philanthropic funds.

Investment and Management of Charitable Assets

We build endowment through prudent investment for long term growth

Grant Making to Charitable Organizations

We provide financial support to local non-profits through our grant making programs.



What is a Community Foundation?



A community foundation is a tax-exempt collection of charitable funds created by donors. It enables people with philanthropic interests and a commitment to their community, to easily and effectively support the issues they care about – immediately, or through their will.



Donors can establish a charitable fund at the Pasadena Community Foundation by contributing a variety of assets and may also recommend grants, in their name, to nonprofit groups they want to support.