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Willard & Ruth Johnson Charitable Foundation is a private corporation based in HOUSTON, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1993. The principal officer is Christopher Johnson. It holds total assets of $26M. Annual income is reported at $14.1M. Total assets have grown from $19.3M in 2011 to $26M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Texas. According to available records, Willard & Ruth Johnson Charitable Foundation has made 295 grants totaling $7.6M, with a median grant of $15K. The foundation has distributed between $1.7M and $2M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2021 with $2M distributed across 77 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $330K, with an average award of $26K. The foundation has supported 147 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Texas, Tennessee, New Hampshire, which account for 95% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$25K
Largest Grant
$330K
Based on 69 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.
Willard & Ruth Johnson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 295 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, TN, NH.
Willard & Ruth Johnson Charitable Foundation has distributed a total of $7.6M across 295 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $26K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $330K.
Willard & Ruth Johnson Charitable Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Willard & Ruth Johnson Charitable Foundation is headquartered in HOUSTON, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christopher B Johnson | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| John W Johnson | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David M Johnson | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Steven J Lindley | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$26M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$26M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
295
Total Giving
$7.6M
Average Grant
$26K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
147
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Samaritan FoundationGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Salvation ArmyGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital FoundationGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $150K | 2023 |
| Vanderbilt UniversityGeneral Support | Nashville, TN | $150K | 2023 |
| St Lukes United Methodist ChurchGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $125K | 2023 |
| Cardigan Mountain SchoolGeneral Support | Canaan, NH | $125K | 2023 |
| Cassie'S PlaceGeneral Support | San Angelo, TX | $120K | 2023 |
| The University Of The SouthGeneral Support | Sewanee, TN | $102K | 2023 |
| Maryville CollegeGeneral Support | Maryville, TN | $75K | 2023 |
| Kinkaid SchoolGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| Avon Old Farms SchoolGeneral Support | Avon, CT | $50K | 2023 |
| Edwin L Cox School Of BusinessGeneral Support | Dallas, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| The First Tee - West TexasGeneral Support | Midland, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Goliad Volunteer Fire DepartmentGeneral Support | Goliad, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Trinity School Of MidlandGeneral Support | Midland, TX | $33K | 2023 |
| Hillcrest SchoolGeneral Support | Midland, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Midland College FoundationGeneral Support | Midland, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| The Catholic Diocese Of Victoria-TexasGeneral Support | Victoria, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Star Of Hope MissionGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| The Rise School Of HoustonGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Neuhaus Education CenterGeneral Support | Bellaire, TX | $29K | 2023 |
| Houston Botanic GardenGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $28K | 2023 |
| St Thomas High SchoolGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| University Of St ThomasGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research InsitututeGeneral Support | Kingsville, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| University Of TennesseeGeneral Support | Knoxville, TN | $25K | 2023 |
| Spring Spirit BaseballGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Brookwood CommunityGeneral Support | Brookshire, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Girls Preparatory SchoolGeneral Support | Chattanooga, TN | $25K | 2023 |
| The Orange ShowGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Mentoring AllianceGeneral Support | Tyler, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| West University Baptist ChurchGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| The Women Of Pader UgandaGeneral Support | Austin, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Senior Life MidlandGeneral Support | Midland, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Round Top-Warrenton Volunteer Fire DeptGeneral Support | Round Top, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Connect CommunityGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $16K | 2023 |
| Gifts Of HopeGeneral Support | Midland, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Reflection Ministries Of TexasGeneral Support | Midland, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Houston Parks BoardGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $13K | 2023 |
| St Johns SchoolGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $11K | 2023 |
| Childrens Advocacy CenterGeneral Support | San Angelo, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Perkins School Of TheologyGeneral Support | Dallas, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Salvation Army Of San AngeloGeneral Support | San Angelo, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Concho Valley Home For GirlsGeneral Support | San Angelo, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| West Texas Rehab CenterGeneral Support | San Angelo, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Hunters Creek Elementary PtaGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $8K | 2023 |
| Victoria Food Bank Of The Golden CrescentGeneral Support | Victoria, TX | $8K | 2023 |
| Boy Scouts Of AmericaGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Vecino Health CentersGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Yes Prep Public SchoolsGeneral Support | Houston, TX | $5K | 2023 |