Edith Johnston Memorial Fund
Preselected recipients only
Edith Johnston Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Eaton Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,750 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,875 and the largest $2,250. 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$14,750
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,875
- Largest grant$2,250
- Assets$301,325
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $15,000 the year before.
17% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $13,750 | 7 | $282,992 |
| 2024 | $15,000 | 9 | $291,209 |
| 2025 | $14,750 | 8 | $301,325 |
How to apply
Edith Johnston Memorial Fund 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 Edith Johnston Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $4,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $3,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,250 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,750 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Circus City Festival Inc | Promotion of circus as a continued form of educati | $2,250 |
| Wenatchee Youth Circus | Promotion of circus as a continued form of educati | $2,000 |
| Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts Inc | Promotion of circus as a continued form of educati | $2,000 |
| Individual | Grant | $2,000 |
| Individual | $1,750 | |
| Circus Fans Assoc of America | Scholarship | $1,750 |
| Cats Circ Trav Show Ret Project | Promotion of circus as a continued form of educati | $1,500 |
| The Circus Arts Place | Promotion of circus as a continued form of educati | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James B Fry
- Tim Bessignano
- Jan Biggerstaff
- Priscilla Johnson
- Dan Kleintop
- Patricia Stevenson
- Timothy N Tegge
- John Wiler
Questions people ask
Does Edith Johnston Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edith Johnston Memorial Fund give?
$14,750 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,875.
Who runs Edith Johnston Memorial Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists James B Fry (President), Tim Bessignano (Director), Jan Biggerstaff (Director) and Priscilla Johnson (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Edith Johnston Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.