The Agar-Johnson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Agar-Johnson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$20,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$490,867
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was down from $55,000 the year before.
57% 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 | $24,105 | 3 | $494,935 |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 10 | $467,134 |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 7 | $490,867 |
How to apply
The Agar-Johnson Family 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 The Agar-Johnson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $3,000 |
| California | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Peopoles Chorus of NYC | "to provide children of all cultural and economic backgrounds with a unique program of music education and choral performance that seeks to fulfill each child's potential, while creating a model of artistic excellence and diversity that enriches the community." | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Jerusalem Youth Chorus | "the collaborative pursuit of musical excellence as a formative component of a liberal arts education.""the group strives to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive community, foster friendships and camaraderie, and prepare members with the skills and context needed for a lifelong appreciation of music-making." | $5,000 |
| Angel City Sports | "provides year-round adaptive sports opportunities for kids, adults, and veterans with physical disabilities or visual impairments." | $1,000 |
| Donate Life America | "educates, inspires and activates the public to say yes to registering their decision to be an organ, eye and tissue donor." | $1,000 |
| Yale Glee Club | "the collaborative pursuit of musical excellence as a formative component of a liberal arts education.""the group strives to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive community, foster friendships and camaraderie, and prepare members with the skills and context needed for a lifelong appreciation of music-making." | $1,000 |
| Yale Alumni Chorus Foundation | "the collaborative pursuit of musical excellence as a formative component of a liberal arts education.""the group strives to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive community, foster friendships and camaraderie, and prepare members with the skills and context needed for a lifelong appreciation of music-making." | $1,000 |
| Yale Spizzwinks() Alumni Assoc | "the collaborative pursuit of musical excellence as a formative component of a liberal arts education.""the group strives to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive community, foster friendships and camaraderie, and prepare members with the skills and context needed for a lifelong appreciation of music-making." | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard P Johnson
- Sharon V Agar
Questions people ask
Does The Agar-Johnson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Agar-Johnson Family Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Agar-Johnson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard P Johnson (Trustee) and Sharon V Agar (Trustee).
What does The Agar-Johnson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.