Nils and Janet Johnson Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Nils and Janet Johnson Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Canfield, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,100 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,875 and the largest $9,100. 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$27,100
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,875
- Largest grant$9,100
- Assets$310,950
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $7,500 the year before.
83% 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 | $5,000 | 4 | $300,418 |
| 2024 | $7,500 | 1 | $331,089 |
| 2025 | $27,100 | 6 | $310,950 |
How to apply
Nils and Janet Johnson Foundation Inc 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 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 3 | $14,600 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $8,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA Youngstown | General | $9,100 |
| Public Justice Foundation | General | $8,000 |
| Zion Lutheran Church | General | $4,250 |
| Health Law Advocates | General | $3,500 |
| Oh Wow | General | $1,250 |
| Sim USA | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nils Peter Johnson
- Nils P Johnson Jr
- Rebecca J Heikkinen
Questions people ask
Does Nils and Janet Johnson Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nils and Janet Johnson Foundation Inc give?
$27,100 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,875.
Who runs Nils and Janet Johnson Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Nils Peter Johnson (President), Nils P Johnson Jr (Treasurer) and Rebecca J Heikkinen (Secretary).