Pasadena Community Foundation – Created by and for the People of Pasadena

Pasadena Community Foundation improves and enriches the lives of people in the greater Pasadena area through grantmaking to strengthen local nonprofit organizations, enabling donors to meet their philanthropic goals, and building permanent endowments as a sustainable source of financial support for our community.

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Jennifer DeVoll Marks 20 Years with the Foundation

“It’s been an honor to guide PCF’s phenomenal evolution as PCF’s President and CEO for 20 years. When I arrived at PCF in 2002, I inherited 50 years of strong stewardship. Since then, my efforts have centered on building visibility and organizational capacity, strengthening community trust, and deepening people’s understanding of the role of a community foundation. Looking back, I recognize that PCF has grown in three important ways during my tenure, each significantly fueling PCF’s local impact.” ~ Jennifer DeVoll

PCF Receives Landmark $10 Million Gift from the Petersen Foundation

Pasadena Community Foundation (PCF) recently received a landmark $10 million gift from the Petersen Foundation – the single largest gift...

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PCF Extends a Lifeline to Two Local Small Businesses

In late fall 2021, local social media users were abuzz with distressing news: A beloved local restaurant, Burrito Express on...

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The Pasadena Community Foundation helps donors maximize the impact of their charitable contributions. Together we strengthen the community, preserve cultural resources, and assist those in need.

What we’ve done, together

Thanks to the generosity of philanthropists who call our community home, PCF continues to thrive and expand its influence.

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69

years of prudent stewardship

$160M

charitable assets through 2021

336%

growth of assets 2011-2021

400+

number of active funds

$122+M

awarded to non-profits since 1953

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News & Events

Eaton Fire Fund / Grants /

Door of Hope Expands Housing Program with PCF Eaton Fire Funding

More than two months after the devastating Eaton Fire, Pasadena Community Foundation is moving into Phase II of its Eaton Fire Relief & Recovery Fund grants. One of PCF’s specific priorities in this phase is assisting nonprofits secure temporary and mid-term housing for fire-impacted residents. Door of Hope has received two grants totaling $275,000 from…

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Generous Hearts, Lasting Legacy: Honoring Jennifer DeVoll

Following 22 years of exceptional leadership, Jennifer DeVoll, President & CEO of Pasadena Community Foundation (PCF), will retire in June 2025. Jennifer’s vision and steady hand have been vital not only in growing the Foundation’s assets and grant programs significantly, but also in positioning PCF as a community leader and respected partner with the…

Grants / Eaton Fire Fund /

Beacon Housing Supports 50 Families with PCF Eaton Fire Funding

Beacon Housing compassionately assists those who are vulnerable to homelessness to rebuild their lives in peace and stability. The organization focuses on securing both affordable permanent housing and transitional housing; it also offers education-centered supportive services and housing retention support. In recent years, the Pasadena Community Foundation (PCF) has supported Beacon Housing’s affordable housing with…