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Founded by James McDonnell in 1950.1
Private company
James S. McDonnell Foundation
St. Louis based foundation for research and scholarship
The James S. McDonnell Foundation was founded in 1950 by aerospace pioneer James S. McDonnell. It was established to "improve the quality of life," and does so by contributing to the generation of new knowledge through its support of research and scholarship.2 It was founded by James McDonnell.1 Its chief executive is Susan M. Fitzpatrick.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
1950Founded1
- HeadquartersSt. Louis, United States1
- Websitewww.jsmf.org
- Legal formfoundation1
- Kind of organizationFoundation1
- LEI549300M3817OIYATKI153
- StatusActive3
- LEI statusLapsed (not renewed)3
- Registered addressC/O J & J Management Services Inc., 63117-1229 Saint Louis, United States3
- Registered withCorporations Unit, Business Services (Office of the Secretary of State), B000161623
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The James S. McDonnell Foundation was founded in 1950 by aerospace pioneer James S. McDonnell. It was established to "improve the quality of life," and does so by contributing to the generation of new knowledge through its support of research and scholarship.2
Leadership
Who has led James S. McDonnell Foundation, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.
- FounderJames McDonnell1
- Chief executive officerSusan M. Fitzpatrick1
Timeline
- 1950Founded Founded1
Links
- Websitewww.jsmf.org1
- WikipediaJames S. McDonnell Foundation
- WikidataQ6142668
Sources
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