Johnson Robert K Foundation-Main
Preselected recipients only
Johnson Robert K Foundation-Main is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $25.5 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5.0 million and the largest $8.0 million. 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$25.5 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5.0 million
- Largest grant$8.0 million
- Assets$85.2 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20.0 million the year before.
86% 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 | $28.9 million | 15 | $115 million |
| 2024 | $20.0 million | 8 | $105 million |
| 2025 | $25.5 million | 7 | $85.2 million |
How to apply
Johnson Robert K Foundation-Main 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 Johnson Robert K Foundation-Main funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $8.0 million |
| Florida | 1 | $6.0 million |
| New York | 3 | $5.5 million |
| Indiana | 1 | $5.0 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trustees of the University of Pa | General operating | $8.0 million |
| University of Miami | General operating | $6.0 million |
| Metropolitan Opera Association Inc | General operating | $5.0 million |
| University of Notre Dame du Lac | General operating | $5.0 million |
| Mystic Seaport Museum Inc | General operating | $1.0 million |
| Teach for America | General operating | $250,000 |
| Harlem Valley Rail Trail Association | General operating | $250,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Johnson Robert K Foundation-Main accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Johnson Robert K Foundation-Main give?
$25.5 million in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5.0 million.
Who runs Johnson Robert K Foundation-Main?
Its 2025 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Johnson Robert K Foundation-Main fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.