Johnston's Hope Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Johnston's Hope Foundation is a private foundation in Lititz, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $108,100 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $7,150 and the largest $92,800. 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$108,100
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$7,150
- Largest grant$92,800
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $268,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $351,300 | 4 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $268,000 | 4 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $108,100 | 4 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Johnston's Hope 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 Johnston's Hope Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $92,800 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $14,300 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Albania Health Fund | To support the medical library in tirana and funding for the annual medical nursing and dental conference in durres, albania | $92,800 |
| Eastern Mennonite Missions | To support missionaries in the netherlands. | $12,000 |
| Community Fellowship Church | To support mission trip to albania | $2,300 |
| Illyricum Movement in Albania | To support missionaries in albania and their work. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark H Johnston MD
- Lavonne R Johnston
- Jeff Osborn
Questions people ask
Does Johnston's Hope Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Johnston's Hope Foundation give?
$108,100 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $7,150.
Who runs Johnston's Hope Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark H Johnston MD (President), Lavonne R Johnston (Vice President) and Jeff Osborn (Secretary).
What does Johnston's Hope Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.