Harvey and Ellen Knell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harvey and Ellen Knell Foundation is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $584,620 in 62 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $150,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$584,620
- Number of grants62
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 | $1.4 million | 78 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $584,620 | 62 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Harvey and Ellen Knell 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 Harvey and Ellen Knell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 36 | $553,810 |
| New York | 8 | $14,230 |
| District of Columbia | 11 | $10,230 |
| Virginia | 3 | $3,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,800 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $450 |
| Oregon | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Museique | Charity | $150,000 |
| Jewish Federation | Charity | $105,000 |
| Pasadena Playhouse | Charity | $100,000 |
| Center Theatre Group | Charity | $30,000 |
| Huntington Library | Charity | $25,000 |
| Cancer Support Community | Charity | $22,000 |
| Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center | Charity | $15,500 |
| Pasadena Heritage | Charity | $15,000 |
| American Friends of Beit Issie Shapero | Charity | $10,000 |
| Armory Center for the Arts | Charity | $10,000 |
| Hear Now Music Festival | Charity | $10,000 |
| Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute | Charity | $10,000 |
| Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association | Charity | $8,100 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Charity | $6,000 |
| Adl | Charity | $5,000 |
| Families Forward | Charity | $5,000 |
| Friends in Deed | Charity | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Castle Green | Charity | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charity | $5,000 |
| Pasadena Showcase for the Arts | Charity | $4,060 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Charity | $3,600 |
| Planned Parenthood Pasadena & SGV | Charity | $3,000 |
| Pasadena Conservatory of Music | Charity | $2,500 |
| Sierra Madre Playhouse | Charity | $2,500 |
| The Gamble House Conservancy | Charity | $2,500 |
| Boston Court Pasadena | Charity | $2,000 |
| Chabad of Pasadena | Charity | $2,000 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Charity | $2,000 |
| Sharsheret | Charity | $1,800 |
| America Friends of Magen David Adom | Charity | $1,500 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | Charity | $1,500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Charity | $1,500 |
| American Jewish World Service | Charity | $1,000 |
| Descanso Gardens | Charity | $1,000 |
| GO2 for Lung Cancer | Charity | $1,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Charity | $1,000 |
| San Marino Motor Classic | Charity | $1,000 |
| Technoserve Business Solutions to Poverty | Charity | $1,000 |
| The Music Center | Charity | $1,000 |
| Tree People | Charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Harvey G Knell
- Ellen R Knell
Questions people ask
Does Harvey and Ellen Knell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harvey and Ellen Knell Foundation give?
$584,620 in tax year 2024, across 62 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Harvey and Ellen Knell Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Harvey G Knell (Director) and Ellen R Knell (Director).
What does Harvey and Ellen Knell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and health.