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Est.

1972

Fiscal Year Start

Oct 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Pasadena Area Opera Trust is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting the arts, specifically opera initiatives. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the trust can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO MANAGE AND PROTECT TRUST ASSETS USED FOR THE PROMOTION AND SUPPORT FOR GRAND OPERA BY AND THROUGH THE PASADENA OPERA GUILD INCLUDING DEVELOPMENT OF EDUCATIONAL YOUTH PROGRAMS OF PRIMARY INTEREST IN GRAND OPERA AND TO FINANCIALLY ASSIST CAREERS AND TRAINING OF YOUTH SINGERS
Total Funding Given
$25.5K
2018
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$12.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$5.5K
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Citizens Business Bank
Board Member
J
Jill Young-Manson
Board Member
M
Mona Lands
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PASADENA AREA OPERA TRUST?
No. PASADENA AREA OPERA TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PASADENA AREA OPERA TRUST give?
PASADENA AREA OPERA TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are PASADENA AREA OPERA TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PASADENA AREA OPERA TRUST fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PASADENA AREA OPERA TRUST make each year?
In 2018, PASADENA AREA OPERA TRUST awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $26 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PASADENA AREA OPERA TRUST fund recently?
In 2025, PASADENA AREA OPERA TRUST awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include PASADENA OPERA GUILD and ORANGE COUNTY OPERA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PASADENA AREA OPERA TRUST?
PASADENA AREA OPERA TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.