Russell Johnson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Russell Johnson Foundation is a private foundation in Northbrook, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $110,750 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$110,750
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2024 was up from $105,000 the year before.
12% of its 2024 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 | $105,000 | 17 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $110,750 | 18 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Russell Johnson 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 Russell Johnson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 15 | $95,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Jewish Committee | General | $10,000 |
| Excel Beyond 211 | General | $10,000 |
| Partners for Our Communities | Role program | $10,000 |
| Partners for Our Communities | Icompete youth program | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General | $10,000 |
| Shalva | General | $10,000 |
| YWCA of Evanston | General | $8,000 |
| Sarah's Circle | General | $7,500 |
| Apna Ghar | General | $5,000 |
| Canine Therapy Corp | General | $5,000 |
| Distinctive Schools | General | $5,000 |
| Northwest Comm Hosp Womens Center | General | $5,000 |
| Redrover | Animal rescue | $5,000 |
| The Harbour | General | $5,000 |
| LIVE4LALI | General | $2,500 |
| Anti Cruelty Society | General | $1,000 |
| Paws | General | $1,000 |
| All Fur Love | Animal rescue | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger J Hymen
- Donna R Epton
- Abigail E Hymen
Questions people ask
Does Russell Johnson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Russell Johnson Foundation give?
$110,750 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Russell Johnson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roger J Hymen (President), Donna R Epton (Treasurer) and Abigail E Hymen (Director).
What does Russell Johnson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.