Chester E Johnson Testamentary Trust
Preselected recipients only
Chester E Johnson Testamentary Trust is a private foundation in Monterey, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,765 and the largest $2,353. 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$10,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,765
- Largest grant$2,353
- Assets$115,370
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $10,000 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 | $10,000 | 6 | $127,484 |
| 2024 | $10,000 | 6 | $121,795 |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 6 | $115,370 |
How to apply
Chester E Johnson Testamentary 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 Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 6 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Town of Royal Center-Rc Bldg | City building repairs/improvements | $2,353 |
| Pioneer Youth League | Purchase/improve facilities & equip | $2,353 |
| Town of Royal Center Rea Park | Park repairs/improvements | $1,765 |
| Royal Center Volunteer Fire Dept | Purchase/improve equipment | $1,765 |
| Royal Center First Responders | Purchase/improve equipment | $1,176 |
| Royal Center Public Library | Purchase books and reading materials | $588 |
Officers and trustees
- First National Bank of Monterey
Questions people ask
Does Chester E Johnson Testamentary Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chester E Johnson Testamentary Trust give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,765.
Who runs Chester E Johnson Testamentary Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists First National Bank of Monterey (Trustee).