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Also known as: C/O GRAHAM JOHNSON
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Lester & Frances Johnson Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in EDWARDSVILLE, IL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2000. The principal officer is Robert Anderson. It holds total assets of $4.9M. Annual income is reported at $1.5M. Total assets have decreased from $8.8M in 2011 to $5.2M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Illinois and Wisconsin. According to available records, Lester & Frances Johnson Foundation Inc. has made 72 grants totaling $1.1M, with a median grant of $10K. The foundation has distributed between $257K and $580K annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $580K distributed across 38 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $100K, with an average award of $16K. The foundation has supported 33 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, which account for 89% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$15K
Average Grant
$28K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 11 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Lester & Frances Johnson Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 72 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IL, WI, MO.
Lester & Frances Johnson Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $1.1M across 72 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $16K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $100K.
Lester & Frances Johnson Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Lester & Frances Johnson Foundation Inc. is headquartered in EDWARDSVILLE, IL. While based in IL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle P Johnson | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Graham L Johnson | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Erik S Johnson | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ann Meyer | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Courtney Mccarthy | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$330K
Total Assets
$5.2M
Fair Market Value
$5.1M
Net Worth
$5.2M
Grants Paid
$257K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$138K
Distribution Amount
$244K
Total: $4.8M
Total Grants
72
Total Giving
$1.1M
Average Grant
$16K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
33
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| UnleashedANIMAL RESCUE | Mission, KS | $5K | 2023 |
| The River Food PantryFOOD BANK | Madison, WI | $80K | 2023 |
| Timothy'S MinistryBENEFIT OF THE HOMELESS | Wheaton, IL | $40K | 2023 |
| Glen-Ed PantryFOOD PANTRY | Edwardsville, IL | $20K | 2023 |
| Courage ConnectionFOR SUPPORT OF WOMEN IN CRISIS | Urbana, IL | $15K | 2023 |
| Eastern Illinois Food BankFOOD BANK | Urbana, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Wayforward Food PantryFOOD PANTRY | Middleton, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| Gio'S GardenSUPPORT OF FAMILY PROGRAMS | Middleton, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| Saint Louis Area Food BankFOOD BANK | Bridgeton, MO | $10K | 2023 |
| Christmas Shop With Heroes And HelpersHOLIDAY GIFTS FOR YOUTHS IN NEED | Muncie, IN | $10K | 2023 |
| Middleton Outreach MinistryFOOD BANK | Middleton, WI | $7K | 2023 |
| International Institute Of Metro St LouisIMMIGRANT SERVICES SUPPORT | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Keep Wi CoolwarmBENEFIT OF THE HOMELESS | Madison, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| Health By MotorbikeGENERAL OPERATIONS | Madison, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| Evanston Animal ShelterANIMAL SHELTER | Evanston, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Center For Animal RescueANIMAL RESCUE | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Gateway Pet GuardiansANIMAL SHELTER | East St Louis, IL | $3K | 2023 |
| Dolly'S Dream Home Rabbit RescueANIMAL RESCUE | St Charles, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| Tenth Life Cat RescueANIMAL RESCUE | St Louis, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| St Louis Crisis CenterFOR SUPPORT OF WOMEN IN CRISIS | St Louis, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| Black Earth Historical SocietySUMMER PROGRAM | Black Earth, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Madison Dugout ClubYOUTH SPORTS | Madison, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Wisconsin Public RadioPUBLIC RADIO | Madison, WI | $1K | 2023 |
| Boy Scouts Of America Three Fires CouncilGENERAL OPERATIONS & SUPPORT FOR SCOUT DUES | St Charles, IL | $10K | 2022 |
| Tiny N Tall RescueANIMAL RESCUE | St Charles, IL | $5K | 2022 |