Johnson Historical Museum of the Southwest
Preselected recipients only
Johnson Historical Museum of the Southwest is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $675,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $200,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$675,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $440,000 the year before.
40% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $420,000 | 8 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $440,000 | 9 | $7.1 million |
| 2025 | $675,000 | 12 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
Johnson Historical Museum of the Southwest says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Johnson Historical Museum of the Southwest funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 12 | $675,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cave Creek Museum | Program support | $200,000 |
| Desert Caballeros Western Museum | Program support | $170,000 |
| Douglas Historical Society | Program support | $140,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $40,000 |
| Cochise County Historical Society | Program support | $25,000 |
| St Charles Catholic School | Program support | $25,000 |
| Arizona Preservation Foundation | Program support | $20,000 |
| Shelter for Outcasts Unusuals the L | Program support | $20,000 |
| Casa Grande Valley Hist Society | Program support | $10,000 |
| Newborn Kitten Rescue Inc | Program support | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Blind Children | Program support | $10,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ginny Baker
- Joshua Finks
Questions people ask
Does Johnson Historical Museum of the Southwest accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Johnson Historical Museum of the Southwest give?
$675,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Johnson Historical Museum of the Southwest?
Its 2025 filing lists Ginny Baker (VP, Sec, Treas) and Joshua Finks (President).
What does Johnson Historical Museum of the Southwest fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.