Gracia E Johnson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gracia E Johnson Foundation is a private foundation in Westfield, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$84,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,500 the year before.
100% 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 | $72,025 | 1 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $75,500 | 1 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $84,500 | 16 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Gracia E 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 Gracia E Johnson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 14 | $78,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | general operating and youth leadership camp | $40,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation | cancer research | $22,000 |
| Indianapolis Childrens Choir | general operating | $5,000 |
| Individual | general operating | $5,000 |
| Indiana State Museum | general operating | $2,000 |
| The Childrens Museum of Indianapoli | genral operating | $1,000 |
| Cru Ministries-Jesus Film Project | general operating | $1,000 |
| Day Nursery Auxiliary | general operating | $1,000 |
| Goodwill Industries- Excel Center | general operating | $1,000 |
| Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra | general operating | $1,000 |
| Individual | general operating | $1,000 |
| Second Presbyterian Church | food pantry | $1,000 |
| Shepherd Community Center | general operating | $1,000 |
| Zionsville Presbyterian Church | general operating | $1,000 |
| Ascension St Vincent Foundation | general operating | $1,000 |
| Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation | general operating | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gracia-Jean Darling
- Charles J Meyer
- Gracia J Floyd
Questions people ask
Does Gracia E Johnson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gracia E Johnson Foundation give?
$84,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Gracia E Johnson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gracia-Jean Darling (Trustee), Charles J Meyer (Trustee) and Gracia J Floyd (Trustee).
What does Gracia E Johnson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and faith communities.