White Flag Foundation
Preselected recipients only
White Flag Foundation is a private foundation in Kenilworth, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $106,524 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,013 and the largest $45,000. 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$106,524
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,013
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$403,286
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $82,526 the year before.
42% of its 2025 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 | $35,071 | 15 | $438,601 |
| 2024 | $82,526 | 14 | $445,049 |
| 2025 | $106,524 | 12 | $403,286 |
How to apply
White Flag 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 White Flag Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $45,398 |
| Ohio | 1 | $37,500 |
| Illinois | 4 | $16,500 |
| Wisconsin | 4 | $6,626 |
| Washington | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| TED Foundation Inc | Charitable | $45,000 |
| Denison University | Charitable | $37,500 |
| Northwestern University | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Ravinia Festival | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Lakeland Area Scholarship Fund Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Minocqua Winter Park | Charitable | $1,026 |
| Kenilworth Union Church | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Indian Hill Scholarship Fund | Charitable | $500 |
| Chequamegon Bay Renewables INC | Charitable | $500 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit Seattle High School | Charitable | $500 |
| The Moth | Charitable | $398 |
| Dillman's Creative Arts Foundation | Charitables | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanne S Johnson
- Jeffrey L Johnson
- Andrew Johnson
- Remy Johnson
- Therese Ellen Johnson
Questions people ask
Does White Flag Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does White Flag Foundation give?
$106,524 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,013.
Who runs White Flag Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joanne S Johnson (President), Jeffrey L Johnson (VP, Treasurer), Andrew Johnson (VP, Secretary) and Remy Johnson (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does White Flag Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.