Charles and Sandra Johnston Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles and Sandra Johnston Foundation is a private foundation in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $152,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $41,000. 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$152,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$41,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
33% 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 | $4.1 million | 15 | $869,995 |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 18 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $152,500 | 12 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Charles and Sandra Johnston 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 Charles and Sandra Johnston Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $116,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $26,500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ayla's Acres | Charitable | $41,000 |
| Jacksonville Symphony | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Dana Farber | Charitable | $21,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Medical | $15,000 |
| Hope Rural School | Educational | $10,000 |
| Inlet Grove | Educational | $10,000 |
| Parish of the Assumption | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Pan-Mass Challenge | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Halo Rescue | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Fawn's Small Dog Rescue | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Safe Pet Rescue | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Animal Welfare Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles C Johnston
- Sandra K Johnston
- Richard Ogden
Questions people ask
Does Charles and Sandra Johnston Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles and Sandra Johnston Foundation give?
$152,500 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Charles and Sandra Johnston Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles C Johnston (President), Sandra K Johnston (Secretary) and Richard Ogden (Vice President).
What does Charles and Sandra Johnston Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and animals.