Rough-J-Ranch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rough-J-Ranch Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $171,000 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$171,000
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $125,020 the year before.
17% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $110,000 | 26 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $125,020 | 31 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $171,000 | 35 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
Rough-J-Ranch Foundation 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.
What Rough-J-Ranch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 10 | $61,500 |
| California | 7 | $36,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $7,500 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cox Science Center and Aquarium | Education | $25,000 |
| The Thacher School | Education | $20,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | Health care | $15,000 |
| Craig Foundation | Health care | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic | Health care | $7,500 |
| Delta Waterfowl | Environment | $5,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Health care | $5,000 |
| Western Rivers Conservancy | Environment | $5,000 |
| American Heart Association | Health care | $5,000 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership | Environment | $5,000 |
| Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida | Environment | $5,000 |
| Bonefish and Tarpon Trust | Environment | $5,000 |
| California Wildlife Officers Foundation | Environment | $5,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Environment | $5,000 |
| Native Fish Society | Environment | $5,000 |
| Memorial Sloan-Kettering | Health care | $5,000 |
| California Fire Foundation | Environment | $5,000 |
| Wild Steelhead Coalition | Environment | $3,000 |
| The Outside Foundation | Environment | $2,500 |
| National Wild Turkey Federation | Environment | $2,500 |
| All Hands and Hearts | Public safety | $2,500 |
| Archbold Biological Station | Environment | $2,500 |
| California Trout | Environment | $2,500 |
| American Friends of the Ocean Cleanup | Environment | $2,000 |
| The Everglades Foundation | Environment | $2,000 |
| California State Parks Foundation | Environment | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of South East and North Florida | Health care | $2,000 |
| Captains for Clean Water | Environment | $2,000 |
| Friends of the Everglades | Environment | $2,000 |
| Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation | Environment | $1,000 |
| Colgate University | Environment | $1,000 |
| Vanderbilt School of Engineering | Education | $1,000 |
| California Academy of Sciences | Education | $1,000 |
| Sweats for Vets | Public welware | $1,000 |
| Duke University | Education | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brady C Johnstone
- Allison Johnstone
- Kyle Ryan Johnstone
- Jonathan H Ham
- Evan Johnstone
Questions people ask
Does Rough-J-Ranch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rough-J-Ranch Foundation give?
$171,000 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Rough-J-Ranch Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brady C Johnstone (President), Allison Johnstone (Vice-President & Secretary), Kyle Ryan Johnstone (Vice-President & Cfo) and Jonathan H Ham (Officer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Rough-J-Ranch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and education.