Larry and Michael Johnson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Larry and Michael Johnson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Flowood, Mississippi. In tax year 2025 it gave $286,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $8,500 and the largest $70,000. 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$286,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$8,500
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $282,000 the year before.
8% 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 | $260,000 | 13 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $282,000 | 15 | $5.3 million |
| 2025 | $286,500 | 13 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
Larry and Michael 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 Larry and Michael Johnson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 13 | $286,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Canopy Ms Children's Home Services | Support purpose of organization | $70,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Support purpose of organization | $70,000 |
| Southern Christian Services for Christ | Support purpose of organization | $70,000 |
| Ms Children's Museum | Support purpose of organization | $25,000 |
| Friends of Children's Hospital | Support purpose of organization | $10,000 |
| Stewpot Community Services | Support purpose of organization | $10,000 |
| Mind Center | Support purpose of organization | $8,500 |
| Animal Rescue Fund of Mississippi | Support purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| Mississippi Metropolitan Ballet | Support purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| Thacker Mountain Radio | Support purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| Mississippi June Bugs | Support purpose of organization | $3,000 |
| Galloway United Methodist Church | Support purpose of organization | $2,500 |
| Fcpa Friends | Support purpose of organization | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael E Johnson
- Binford Williams
Questions people ask
Does Larry and Michael Johnson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Larry and Michael Johnson Family Foundation give?
$286,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $8,500.
Who runs Larry and Michael Johnson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael E Johnson (Trustee) and Binford Williams (Trustee).
What does Larry and Michael Johnson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and arts and culture.