The Johnny Mercer Foundation
Accepts applications
The Johnny Mercer Foundation is a private foundation in Encino, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $246,681 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $28,000 and the largest $74,281. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$246,681
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$28,000
- Largest grant$74,281
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $281,872 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $230,146 | 5 | $3.7 million |
| 2023 | $281,872 | 8 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $246,681 | 7 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Frank Scardino C/O Platform Advisors PO Box 261160, Encino, CA 91426 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (818) 379-9800, execdirector@johnnymercerfoundation.com |
| What to submit | Initial approach - letter |
| Deadlines | MAY 1 |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Johnny Mercer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $74,281 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $60,000 |
| New York | 2 | $38,500 |
| Maine | 1 | $28,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $26,500 |
| California | 1 | $19,400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Belmont University | Johnny mercer songwriters project | $74,281 |
| Director of Development Goodspeed Musicals | Johnny mercer writers colony at goodspeed musicals | $60,000 |
| Kaufman Center | Accentuate the positive program | $28,500 |
| Snow Pond Center for the Arts | Unrestricted | $28,000 |
| Alliance Theatre | With this grant alliance theatre will provide the musical theatre composition residency to four high school classes. | $26,500 |
| Voices Unheard | Unrestricted | $19,400 |
| Songwriters Hall of Fame | Johnny mercer songwriters project | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles S Tigerman
- John Marshall
- Jeanne Roccon Rohm
- Neil J Gillis
- Jonathan Brielle
- Michael A Kerker
- Diane S Thurman
- Michael P Price
- Stephen Bray
- David Graber
- Holly Foster Wells
Questions people ask
Does The Johnny Mercer Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: MAY 1.
How much does The Johnny Mercer Foundation give?
$246,681 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $28,000.
Who runs The Johnny Mercer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles S Tigerman (Director, Officer), John Marshall (President, Chairman, Director), Jeanne Roccon Rohm (VP, Director) and Neil J Gillis (Director, Treasurer) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does The Johnny Mercer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.