Violet M Johnson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Violet M Johnson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $175,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$175,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$36.3 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $1.6 million | 10 | $36.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 10 | $36.3 million |
How to apply
Violet M 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 Violet M Johnson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $850,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $406,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $225,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Feeding San Diego | General support | $400,000 |
| Northeastern University | General support | $250,000 |
| Clearwater Camp Foundation | General support | $225,000 |
| Hope House Colorado | General support | $205,000 |
| Scripps Health Foundation | General support | $200,000 |
| Rady Childrens Hospital Foundation | General support | $150,000 |
| Nourish Meals on Wheels | General support | $126,000 |
| Casa of San Mateo County | General support | $100,000 |
| Be the Gift Inc | General support | $75,000 |
| Donorschoose | General support | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Loren T Halverstadt Jr
- Alyssa Miller
- Kaitlin Halverstadt
- Nicholas Miller
- Ann Halverstadt
Questions people ask
Does Violet M Johnson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Violet M Johnson Family Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $175,000.
Who runs Violet M Johnson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Loren T Halverstadt Jr (Director), Alyssa Miller (Director), Kaitlin Halverstadt (President) and Nicholas Miller (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Violet M Johnson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, youth programs and health.