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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 94-6102700

The McConnell Foundation

A private foundation in Redding, CA. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 129 grants and $11.6 million paid in grants.

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Tax year 2024 (period ending Dec 31, 2024), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Accepts applications

The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.

Contact
Dave Tanner
800 Shasta View Drive
Redding, CA 96003
(530) 226-6233
Form and materials
Paper applications and submission of transcripts, standardized test scores, and student aid reports (sar) showing expected family contribution.
Deadlines
March 05
Restrictions
Scholarship eligibility is restricted to residents of modoc, shasta, siskiyou, tehama, and trinity counties. Other eligibility factors include but are not limited to financial need and academic performance. Relatives of mcconnell foundation disqualified persons are ineligible.

Assets and giving by year

7 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.

  • Tax year 2024

    $11,645,281

    Grants listed
    129
    Assets, end of year
    $434,935,449

  • Tax year 2023

    $9,780,004

    Grants listed
    132
    Assets, end of year
    $420,547,459

  • Tax year 2022

    $13,887,643

    Grants listed
    142
    Assets, end of year
    $410,662,599

  • Tax year 2021

    $16,300,697

    Grants listed
    127
    Assets, end of year
    $396,162,055

  • Tax year 2020

    $7,088,742

    Grants listed
    128
    Assets, end of year
    $379,984,279

  • Tax year 2019

    $10,864,242

    Grants listed
    136
    Assets, end of year
    $356,797,559

  • Tax year 2018

    $10,965,852

    Grants listed
    146
    Assets, end of year
    $348,403,702

Grants paid in 2024

129 grants, largest first

As listed on the return. Grants to individuals show as “Individual”, with purpose and amount only.

  1. Redding City ofRedding, CA

    City of Redding Block 7 HCD/AHSC Funding

    $3,462,391
  2. Turtle Bay Exploration ParkRedding, CA

    Operating support for calendar year 2024, sustainability gardens - site maintenance 2024, memberships, annual auction"

    $1,588,581
  3. Shasta Regional Community FoundationRedding, CA

    Operating Support for Occupancy Expenses 1335 Arboretum Drive, Suite B (2023-2025) ($77,028) Operating Support 2022-2026 ($193,375), The McConnell Fund at the Community Foundation of the North State 2024 ($742,500), Giving Tuesday 2024 ($70,091), & In Honor of Bill Cox's retirement from The McConnell Foundation Board of Directors after 12 years of service ($12,000).

    $1,094,994
  4. Shasta College FoundationRedding, CA

    2014 ($4,221), 2019 ($150), 2020 ($4,000), 2021 ($2,000), 2022 ($7,500), 2023 ($10,500), & 2024 ($23,250) McConnell Scholars & Gateway to College

    $617,000
  5. Siskiyou County Job CouncilYreka, CA

    Yreka Carnegie Library Rehabilitation Project

    $500,000
  6. Shasta County Office of EducationRedding, CA

    Pathways to Success: Integrating Community Schools and Cradle to Career Initiatives in the North State

    $453,000
  7. Natural Resource Conflict Transformation Center - Nepal (NRCTC)Madhyapur Thimi, Nepal

    Phase VIII: Peace for Prosperity Natural Resource Conflict Transformation Project: Global Platform III

    $403,000
  8. Shasta Living StreetsRedding, CA

    Block 7 HCD/AHSC Funding Build Capacity and Scale Sustainable Programs for a Bikeable-Walkable Downtown Occupancy-Rent and Utility Subsidy

    $350,926
  9. College OPTIONS IncRedding, CA

    College and Career Options 2022-2023 and 2024-2026

    $350,000
  10. Viva Downtown ReddingRedding, CA

    Butte Street Revitalization-Rent & Utility Subsidy 2023-2025 ($172,779) Butte Street Revitalization-Operating Grant 2022-2025 ($75,000), & Viva Downtown Place-Making ($93,000)

    $340,779
  11. The Asia FoundationSan Francisco, CA

    Community-based River Basin Management - Phase II

    $300,000
  12. California State Grange FoundationSacramento, CA

    Ono Grange Rebuild Project

    $250,000
  13. Mahila Shakti Bikash Kendra Nepal (MSBKN)Maharahgangmaharajgang, Nepal

    Rural Women's Leadership Development Project: Phase VII

    $250,000
  14. California State University ChicoChico, CA

    2017 ($5,631), 2018 ($1,309), 2019 ($18,820), 2020 ($10,317), 2021 ($23,329), 2022 ($31,809), 2023 ($38,955), and 2024 ($20,662) McConnell Scholars

    $150,831
  15. Advance ReddingRedding, CA

    Civic Auditorium Lighting

    $150,000
  16. United Way of Northern CaliforniaRedding, CA

    Micro Shelter Community Hygiene Facilities Building Bridges Initiative-Equity Fund

    $103,140
  17. Redding Fashion Alliance IncorporatedRedding, CA

    Activation and Community Engagement ($100,000) & Support The Fashion Show Gala ($750)

    $100,750
  18. IUCN International Union for Conservation Of Nature & Natural ResourcesWashington, DC

    Lao Ecology Small Grant Program - Phase II

    $100,000
  19. Henry L Stimson CenterWashington, DC

    Early Warning System for Debris Floods in Nepal-Phase II

    $90,000
  20. University of California DavisDavis, CA

    2019 ($19,136), 2020 ($10,034), 2021($20,261), 2023 ($10,737), & 2024 McConnell Scholars ($8,250)

    $68,418
  21. Advance ReddingRedding, CA

    Sundial Bridge Celebrate 20

    $61,250
  22. Shasta CollegeRedding, CA

    2014, 2019-2024 McConnell Scholars & Gateway to College

    $51,621
  23. California Polytechnic State University HumboldtArcata, CA

    2022 ($20,500), 2023 ($500), & 2024 McConnell Scholars ($20,896)

    $41,896
  24. Shasta County Young Men's Christian AssociationRedding, CA

    Healthy Shasta Partnership 2023-2025 ($36,000), 2024 Annual Campaign ($4,500), Camp McCumber Sponsorship ($585), & General Support ($750)

    $41,835
  25. Mercy Foundation NorthRedding, CA

    Matching Gifts

    $39,425
  26. California State University SacramentoSacramento, CA

    2019 ($15,000), 2021 ($13,250), 2022 ($7,500), and 2023 ($1,579) McConnell Scholars

    $37,329
  27. National UniversitySan Diego, CA

    2020 ($8,500) & 2022 ($20,625) McConnell Scholars

    $29,125
  28. JPR FoundationAshland, OR

    Cascade Theatre Grand Drape and Handrails ($24,223), general support ($1,800), Sponsor Percy Jackson Musical ($750), Sponsor Parmatee September 19, 2024 ($75), Cascade Theatre Green Room painting ($750), & Jefferson Live! dba The Cascade Theatre ($750)

    $29,023
  29. University of California Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara, CA

    2020 ($5,170), 2021 ($19,668), & 2024 McConnell Scholars ($3,000)

    $27,838
  30. Oklahoma State UniversityStillwater, OK

    2021 ($3,750) & 2022 ($3,750) McConnell Scholars

    $25,916
  31. Butte Community CollegeOroville, CA

    2023 ($20,000) & 2024 ($3,750) McConnell Scholars

    $23,750
  32. Shasta Land TrustRedding, CA

    Sustainable Agricultural Land Conservation Capacity and Project Development Grant Match, staffing, building capacity

    $20,375
  33. Nepal Youth FoundationSan Francisco, CA

    Educating Dalit Lawyers Project

    $20,000
  34. Mahila Shakti Bikash Kendra Nepal (MSBKN)Maharahgangmaharajgang, Nepal

    Rural Women's Leadership Development Project: Phase VII

    $17,880
  35. University of California MercedMerced, CA

    2022 ($7,500) & 2023 McConnell Scholars ($8,609)

    $16,109
  36. University of California Los AngelesLos Angeles, CA

    2021 ($11,667) & 2023 ($4,000) McConnell Scholars

    $15,667
  37. College of the RedwoodsEureka, CA

    2022 ($6,500) & 2023 ($9,000) McConnell Scholars

    $15,500
  38. University of San Diego School of LawSan Diego, CA

    2020 McConnell Scholars

    $15,000
  39. University of Nevada RenoReno, NV

    2022 ($6,400) & 2024 ($7,500) McConnell Scholars

    $13,900
  40. University of California BerkeleyLos Angeles, CA

    2021 ($2,111), 2023 ($3,500) & 2024 ($7,033) McConnell Scholars

    $12,644
  41. University of California Santa CruzSanta Cruz, CA

    2021 ($9,924) & 2023 ($1,166) McConnell Scholars

    $11,090
  42. California Polytechnic State University PomonaPomona, CA

    2022 McConnell Scholars

    $10,868
  43. OceanaWashington, DC

    Unrestricted funds

    $10,800
  44. Individual

    2019 McConnell Scholars

    $10,608
  45. Mount ShastaMt Shasta, CA

    In-kind donation to MT. Shasta fire deft

    $10,500
  46. Southern Oregon UniversityAshland, OR

    2020 McConnell Scholars

    $10,324
  47. Shasta Women's RefugeRedding, CA

    Unrestricted funds, At their discretion

    $9,580
  48. Sonoma State UniversityRohnert Park, CA

    2019 ($2,229), 2020 ($750), 2022 ($3,500), & 2024 McConnell Scholars ($3,000)

    $9,479
  49. Truckee Meadows Community CollegeReno, NV

    2022 McConnell Scholars

    $9,144
  50. California State University NorthridgeNorthridge, CA

    2020 ($3,750) & 2024 ($5,076) McConnell Scholars

    $8,826
  51. California State University FresnoFresno, CA

    2018 McConnell Scholars

    $8,000
  52. Kent State UniversityKent, OH

    Support for Open Access to "Functional Coexistence is Socio-political Conflict: Enabling Social Change Across Decades"

    $8,000
  53. Tulelake Cornerstone Senior AdvocacyTulelake, CA

    Food donations

    $8,000
  54. Haven Humane SocietyAnderson, CA

    Doggie Dash and Putt 4 Paws ($300), Bark, Wine & Brew Sponsorship ($938), Misty Lee Fund ($4,500), & Haven Holidays ($2,250)

    $7,988
  55. University of California San DiegoLa Jolla, CA

    2022 ($4,412) & 2023 ($3,283) McConnell Scholars

    $7,695
  56. California State University FullertonFullerton, CA

    2021 McConnell Scholars

    $7,500
  57. California State University Long BeachLong Beach, CA

    2022 McConnell Scholars

    $7,500
  58. California State University Monterey BaySeaside, CA

    2023 McConnell Scholars

    $7,500
  59. Dartmouth CollegeHanover, NH

    2022 McConnell Scholars

    $7,500
  60. Lassen Community CollegeSusanville, CA

    2019 McConnell Scholars

    $7,500
  61. San Jose State UniversitySan Jose, CA

    2022 McConnell Scholars

    $7,500
  62. Tarleton State UniversityStephenville, TX

    2022 McConnell Scholars

    $7,500
  63. University of Nevada Las VegasLas Vegas, NV

    2023 McConnell Scholars

    $7,500
  64. University of PortlandPortland, OR

    2023 McConnell Scholars

    $7,500
  65. Mendocino CollegeUkiah, CA

    2022 McConnell Scholars

    $7,450
  66. Shasta Senior Nutrition ProgramRedding, CA

    Food donations

    $6,978
  67. Empire Hotel Eharc Inc DBA EMPIRE RECOVERY CENTERRedding, CA

    Food donations

    $6,755
  68. Alternatives to Violence DBA Empower TehamaRed Bluff, CA

    Food donations

    $6,659
  69. Arizona State UniversityTempe, AZ

    2021 McConnell Scholars

    $6,600
  70. California Polytechnic State University San Luis ObispoSan Luis Obispo, CA

    2019 ($2,500) & 2024 ($4,000) McConnell Scholars

    $6,500
  71. Shasta Women's Refuge DBA ONE SAFE PLACERedding, CA

    Food donations

    $6,168
  72. Shasta Historical SocietyRedding, CA

    Underwriting for "A Taste of History", Membership & General Support, General Support

    $6,000
  73. Oregon Institute of TechnologyKlamath Falls, OR

    2022 McConnell Scholars

    $5,950
  74. Great Northern ServicesWeed, CA

    Food donations

    $5,801
  75. Trinity County Food Assistance ProgramWeaverville, CA

    Food donations

    $5,709
  76. Norcal OutreachRedding, CA

    Food donations

    $5,644
  77. Anderson Cottonwood Christian AssistanceAnderson, CA

    Food donations

    $5,423
  78. Boston Conservatory at BerkleeBoston, MA

    2021 McConnell Scholars

    $5,000
  79. Linn-Benton Community CollegeAlbany, OR

    2024 McConnell Scholars

    $5,000
  80. Individual

    2020 McConnell Scholars

    $4,220
  81. San Diego State UniversitySan Diego, CA

    2021 McConnell Scholars

    $3,750
  82. University of Puget SoundTacoma, WA

    2023 McConnell Scholars

    $3,750
  83. Kinetic UniverseEureka, CA

    General funds

    $3,723
  84. Axiom Repertory TheatreRedding, CA

    Sponsor Shakespeare play "As You Like It"

    $3,000
  85. Childrens Legacy CenterRedding, CA

    General Support

    $3,000
  86. Dignity Health-Connected LivingPhoenix, AZ

    C1- Congregate Meals

    $3,000
  87. Girls Incorporated of the Northern Sacramento ValleyRedding, CA

    September 21 gala sponsorship.

    $3,000
  88. Native Roots NetworkBella Vista, CA

    Be*le Bo*m Land Back Initiative

    $3,000
  89. Siskiyou Family YMCAYreka, CA

    Siskiyou Volleyball

    $3,000
  90. Anderson Historical Society and MuseumAnderson, CA

    In-kind donation of Antique Wagon

    $2,500
  91. North State Public Radio NSPRChico, CA

    General Support ($375) & Unrestricted funds ($1,980)

    $2,355
  92. Western Governors UniversitySalt Lake City, UT

    2023 McConnell Scholars

    $2,255
  93. California HumanitiesOakland, CA

    General Support

    $2,250
  94. Rotary Club of Redding Charitable FoundationRedding, CA

    Gary Burks Scholarship Fund ($750), Tickets for haunted house to be given to Children's Legacy ($375), & $100 to the club; balance due on Paul Harris; the rest to the permenment endowment ($900)

    $2,025
  95. Acorn Community EnterprisesMontgomry CRK, CA

    general support

    $1,800
  96. North State SymphonyChico, CA

    General Support

    $1,500
  97. Yreka Ponytail SoftballYreka, CA

    Jaxx Softball

    $1,500
  98. Casa de Love Animal RescueRedding, CA

    General Support

    $1,200
  99. Boy Scouts Of America Golden Empire CouncilSacramento, CA

    (047) FS24 - Friends of Scouting 2024, Northern Rivers - Community

    $900
  100. Catticus CorporationBerkeley, CA

    "You Should Never Blink" Project

    $750
  101. National Parks Conservation AssociationWashington, DC

    General Support

    $750
  102. Planned Parenthood Federation of AmericaNew York, NY

    General Support

    $750
  103. Planned Parenthood Shasta Diablo IncConcord, CA

    General Support

    $750
  104. Reciproka CorporationRedding, CA

    general purposes

    $750
  105. Rotary Club of Redding Sunrise FoundationRedding, CA

    general support

    $750
  106. Shasta County Arts CouncilRedding, CA

    General Support

    $750
  107. Shasta County Chemical People IncRedding, CA

    Sponsorship of Juneteenth

    $750
  108. The Associates of the University of Toronto IncNew York, NY

    University of St. Michael's College in the University of Toronto, St. Mike's Fund

    $750
  109. The Jefferson Pipe Band IncRedding, CA

    Celtic Summer Concert sponsorship

    $750
  110. Tree Of Life International Charter SchoolAnderson, CA

    Jog-A-Thon

    $600
  111. Yuba CollegeMarysville, CA

    2023 McConnell Scholars

    $400
  112. Ascend Wilderness ExperienceWeaverville, CA

    Promote and sustain Ascend activities.

    $375
  113. CHP 11-99 FoundationCosta Mesa, CA

    General Support

    $375
  114. East Redding Little LeagueRedding, CA

    general support (credit to Katelyn Andre)

    $375
  115. Friends of the SmithsonianWashington, DC

    General Support

    $375
  116. Shasta Union High School DistrictRedding, CA

    24th Annual Native Grad Honoring / Indian Education

    $375
  117. The Salvation ArmyRedding, CA

    Dedicated to stuff the buss

    $375
  118. West Valley High SchoolCottonwood, CA

    West Valley Eagles Swim Team.

    $375
  119. Western Folklife CenterElko, NV

    Membership & General Support

    $375
  120. Vertical Raise NP IncCoeur D Alene, ID

    Cape Central High School band and choir fundraiser ($150) & Kennedy Girls Volleyball 2024 fundraiser for equipment/gear ($150)

    $309
  121. Evergreen Elementary SchoolCottonwood, CA

    Katelyn Knott's kindergarten class needs ($150) & C. Gonczeruk's second grade class needs ($150)

    $300
  122. PTA California Congress of Parents Teachers and Students IncRedding, CA

    Matching Gifts

    $300
  123. Stillwater Cat HavenAnderson, CA

    General Support

    $300
  124. The Rotary Foundation of Rotary InternationalEvanston, IL

    Ukraine Response Fund

    $300
  125. Cuyamaca Community CollegeEl Cajon, CA

    2022 McConnell Scholars

    $162
  126. DTCareMoon Township, PA

    General Support

    $150
  127. Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's ResearchHagerstown, NY

    Parkinson's Research

    $150
  128. National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyNew York, NY

    Matching Gifts

    $75
  129. Redding Piano AngelsRedding, CA

    general use

    $75

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Arts and culture6 grants $1,597,95625% of the total
  2. Philanthropy and grantmaking3 grants $1,198,88419% of the total
  3. Education16 grants $1,127,06818% of the total
  4. Community development5 grants $904,98014% of the total
  5. Jobs and employment3 grants $600,90010% of the total
  6. International aid5 grants $411,0507% of the total
  7. 12 other causes27 grants $451,7387% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. California95 grants $10,599,927
  2. District of Columbia4 grants $201,175
  3. Oregon5 grants $57,797
  4. Nevada4 grants $30,919
  5. Oklahoma1 grant $25,916
  6. Ohio1 grant $8,000
  7. New Hampshire1 grant $7,500
  8. Texas1 grant $7,500
  9. Arizona1 grant $6,600
  10. Massachusetts1 grant $5,000

Officers, directors and trustees

7 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • John A MancasolaPresident & CEO Hours 50Pay $646,796
  • Shannon PhillipsChief Operating Officer Hours 50Pay $369,375
  • Eva JimenezChair of the Board Hours 10Pay $35,000
  • Lee W SalterTreasurer Hours 10Pay $30,000
  • Pamela NewmanSecretary Hours 10Pay $30,000
  • Dean GermanoDirector (Beginning March 2024) Hours 10Pay $22,500
  • William W CoxDirector (Through March 2024) Hours 10Pay $7,500

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