Impact Areas

Human Services

We help our neighbors facing food insecurity and homelessness, as well as special populations like older adults and those with learning differences and developmental or intellectual disabilities.

Funding Priority

Senior Grants

One of our longest-running grant programs has helped countless older adults access specialty care and resources while navigating the challenges and opportunities of aging.

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Funding Priority

Food Security

We assist organizations that address food insecurity and operate food pantries throughout the Greater Pasadena area.

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Funding Priority

Visually Impaired Individuals

The Vista Nova Renaissance Endowment supports blind and visually impaired individuals through the Vista Nova Grant Program.

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The Results

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$335,000

Food Security Grant funding awarded since 2022.

$1.2 million

Support for Older Adults

To date, PCF has granted $1.2 to support senior well-being by helping to expand services and opportunities that promote dignity, connection, and quality of life for older adults.

$816,225

An instrumental bequest

Bequest left to PCF by Cornelia Eaton in 1995, designated for the care of older adults. This landmark gift allowed PCF to form its Senior Grant Program.

Human Services Donors and Funds

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Endowed Support for Seniors

An unexpected bequest in 1995 led to the creation of PCF’s Senior Grant Program.

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Altadena Meals on Wheels

In 2024, a vital Altadena organization used PCF funding to jump start its services following a pandemic closure.

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The Rawn Endowment

The Rawn Endowment has been instrumental in growing our support for older adults.