Jay Johnson Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Jay Johnson Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $38,115 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $7,809 and the largest $14,688. 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$38,115
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$7,809
- Largest grant$14,688
- Assets$851,648
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $27,516 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,564 | 4 | $699,000 |
| 2024 | $27,516 | 4 | $764,374 |
| 2025 | $38,115 | 4 | $851,648 |
How to apply
Jay Johnson Charitable Trust 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $38,115 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| McGa W YMCA | General | $14,688 |
| Boy Scouts of America | General | $7,809 |
| Illinois Spina Bifida Assn | General | $7,809 |
| Metropolitan Family Services | General | $7,809 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Jay Johnson Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jay Johnson Charitable Trust give?
$38,115 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $7,809.
Who runs Jay Johnson Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).