Johnson Ernest Q for Charity
Preselected recipients only
Johnson Ernest Q for Charity is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $65,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $18,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$65,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $66,000 the year before.
8% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $66,500 | 17 | $1.4 million |
| 2023 | $66,000 | 16 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 12 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Johnson Ernest Q for Charity 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 Ernest Q for Charity funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 12 | $65,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Frank Sarris Public Library | General operating | $18,000 |
| Junior Achievement of W Pa | General operating | $10,000 |
| Girl Scouts Western Pa | General operating | $5,000 |
| Film Pittsburgh | General operating | $5,000 |
| CM Quarterback Club | General operating | $5,000 |
| Canonsburg July Fourth Celebration Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| St Michaels Byzantine Catholic Church | General operating | $4,000 |
| Pittsburgh Three Rivers Marathon Inc | General operating | $3,500 |
| Central Christian Academy | General operating | $3,000 |
| Child Evangelism Outreach | General operating | $3,000 |
| Mental Health Association | General operating | $2,000 |
| Canonsburg Hospital | General operating | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bny Mellon N A
Questions people ask
Does Johnson Ernest Q for Charity accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Johnson Ernest Q for Charity give?
$65,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs Johnson Ernest Q for Charity?
Its 2024 filing lists Bny Mellon N A (Trustee).
What does Johnson Ernest Q for Charity fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.