Connelly Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Connelly Family Foundation is a private foundation in Newport Beach, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $458,870 in 63 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $161,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$458,870
- Number of grants63
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$161,000
- Assets$15.7 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $373,019 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $399,098 | 64 | $11.8 million |
| 2024 | $373,019 | 62 | $13.5 million |
| 2025 | $458,870 | 63 | $15.7 million |
How to apply
Connelly Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Connelly Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California. It also paid $182 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 33 | $306,785 |
| New York | 15 | $79,798 |
| Colorado | 1 | $34,740 |
| Idaho | 5 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $5,995 |
| Texas | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Orange County Museum of Art | Charitable | $161,000 |
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $46,000 |
| Garden Conservancy | Charitable | $39,000 |
| Ecology Center | Charitable | $34,863 |
| Augie's Quest | Charitable | $34,740 |
| Frick Collection | Charitable | $20,000 |
| University of Southern Ca | Charitable | $17,100 |
| Various | Charitable | $11,808 |
| The Shed | Charitable | $11,217 |
| Ballet Sun Valley | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Trout Unlimited | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Villanova University | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Catalina Island Conservancy | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Merrill Collection | Chartiable | $3,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| New York City Ballet | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Risehyre (Formerly Oscar & Ma) | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Argyros Theatre | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Kidworks | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Oc Community Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Henry Street Settlement | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Newport Harbor Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Newport Harbor Sailing Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Decorative Arts Society | Charitable | $1,800 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Ny | Charitable | $1,751 |
| Lacma | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Moma | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Cystinosis Research Foundation | Charitable | $1,250 |
| Cureduchenne | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Institute of Classical Architecture & Art | Charitable | $1,000 |
| J Paul Getty Trust Getty Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Soho | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Wood River Community | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Balboa Isl Improvement Assoc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Be Well Oc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Environmental Nature Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Home for Christmas Fund | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Wood River Land Trust | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | Charitable | $625 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Connelly
- James M Connelly
Questions people ask
Does Connelly Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Connelly Family Foundation give?
$458,870 in tax year 2025, across 63 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Connelly Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Diane Connelly (President) and James M Connelly (Secretary).
What does Connelly Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.