Michael and Mary Johnston Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael and Mary Johnston Foundation is a private foundation in Watchung, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.9 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $1.4 million and the largest $1.4 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$2.9 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$1.4 million
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $7,000 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 | $7,000 | 3 | $98,347 |
| 2024 | $7,000 | 3 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $2.9 million | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
Michael and Mary Johnston 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $1.4 million |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1.4 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Endowment Foundation | General use | $1.4 million |
| Individual | General use | $1.4 million |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel B Johnston
- Virginia A Johnston
Questions people ask
Does Michael and Mary Johnston Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael and Mary Johnston Foundation give?
$2.9 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $1.4 million.
Who runs Michael and Mary Johnston Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel B Johnston (President) and Virginia A Johnston (Vice President).