Johanna A Favrot Fund
Preselected recipients only
Johanna A Favrot Fund is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $558,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $51,500 and the largest $80,000. 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$558,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$51,500
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$15.0 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $405,000 the year before.
58% 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 | $400,000 | 8 | $9.3 million |
| 2024 | $405,000 | 11 | $13.3 million |
| 2025 | $558,000 | 12 | $15.0 million |
How to apply
Johanna A Favrot Fund 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 Johanna A Favrot Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $140,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $135,000 |
| California | 2 | $100,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $62,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $62,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $59,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Howard University | Howard university is a historically black federally chartered research university. Since its founding howard has played an unparalleled role in expanding educational opportunity for african americans and other marginalized communities. The purpose of the grant is to support the "howard health equity scholars" program, a targeted initiative to reduce financial barriers for students enrolled in the howard university colleges of medicine and nursing, allied health sciences and students on the pre-medical track. | $80,000 |
| Earth School Educational Foundation | The mission of earth school is to promote environmental stewardship through film and media and broad dissemination of knowledge. The purpose of the grant is to assist in the promotion of the aims of the earth school educational foundation and awareness of regenerative agricultural practices that benefit farmers and the environment alike. Specifically, the funds will be used to promote the roots so deep documentary series, associated social media posts, the roots so deep podcast, and awareness of published scientific work surrounding regenerative agricultural practices. | $62,000 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center FBO the Homeless Health Service | The homeless health services (hhs) strives to improve the health care of patients experiencing homelessness in nashville by meeting patients both in the hospital and on the street to provide direct medical care as well as improved access to a range of social support. The purpose of the grant is to give continued support for the hhs and would support the salary of a dedicated staff member to provide expanded capacity for face-to-face consultations in the ed and on the streets in the local community. | $62,000 |
| Center for Humane Technology | The center for humane technology works to ensure that the most consequential technologies, particularly ai, serve humanity. Its objectives are to build public awareness and agency around tech harms and to drive policy action by advising leaders, shaping incentives, and fostering accountability across the tech ecosystem. The purpose of the grant is to support staff capacity to launch two major initiatives: a global film campaign by academy award-winning directors to elevate public understanding of ai risks; and the uniquely human national campaign which highlights the needs to preserve human identity, purpose, and livelihood in the age of ai. | $60,000 |
| Fund for Constitutional Government FBO the Fact Coalition | The fact coalition is a non-partisan alliance of organizations promoting a fair global tax system and combating the harmful effects of corrupt financial practices. The purpose of the grant is to support the emergency litigation fund defending the corporate transparency act. | $59,000 |
| Denver Rescue Mission FBO Harvest Farms | Designed to serve men experiencing addiction, harvest farm provides no-cost residential rehabilitation for up to 72 men at a time. Participants live on-site for 6-12 months, engaging in individualized recovery plans that include work readiness training, counseling, education, and life skills development - all with a healing rural environment. The purpose of the grant is to support a capital campaign to add 8 beds to the harvest farms facility north of fort collins; investment in meeting the requirement for expanded licensure with the state of colorado permitting greater access to state funds; and expansion of the clinical offerings of harvest farms either in-house or via partnerships. | $55,000 |
| Wonder and Worries | The mission of wonders & worries is to provide free professional support for children/teenagers through a parent's serious illness or injury. The purpose of the grant to fund operating expenses to ensure houston children and families can access unique and vital services. | $48,000 |
| College Track | College track helps to prepare underprivileged students for college, provides support for them while they are in college, and helps them navigate the job market on graduation. The purpose of the grant is to support college track oakland with $30,000 for general operating expenses and $10,000 for visits to colleges. | $40,000 |
| Poughkeepsie Day School | Poughkeepsie day school is an independent school and thought leader in progressive education. The purpose of the grant is to support a need-based scholarship program, operating expenses, and alumni engagement. | $30,000 |
| Scenic Hudson Inc | Scenic hudson works with community members and local officials to connect people with the outdoors in the river cities of kingston, newburg, and poughkeepsie, new york. The purpose of the grant is to support the river cities program. | $30,000 |
| Houston Zoo Inc | The houston zoo connects communities with animals, inspiring action to save wildlife. The purpose of the grant is (1) to support the installation of a ct scanner to preserve animal health by reducing need for exploratory surgeries; and (2) to support the establishment of a vet residency program to ensure continued growth in talent and institutional knowledge in the future. | $25,000 |
| Poudre High School FBO Poudre Unified Athletics | Unified athletics provides an inclusive and enriching experience for all student athletes, building not only athletic skills but also life skills, lasting friendships, and community pride. The purpose of the grant is to support poudre high school's unified athletics program, which includes basketball, flag football, cheer, and soccer teams as well as project unity club. | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amie Rose Anderson
- Christopher Favrot Arndt
- David de Kanter Ardnt
- Genevieve Helen Peterson
- Joseph Favrot Peterson
- Laurence Favrot
- Michael de Bruyn Arndt
- Noel Shepard Stephens
- Sarah Johanna Peterson Pittock
- Tatiana Jones
- Thomas Channing Arndt
Questions people ask
Does Johanna A Favrot Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Johanna A Favrot Fund give?
$558,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $51,500.
Who runs Johanna A Favrot Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Amie Rose Anderson (Trustee), Christopher Favrot Arndt (Vp/Treasurer/Trustee), David de Kanter Ardnt (Trustee) and Genevieve Helen Peterson (Trustee) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Johanna A Favrot Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.