Perry and Joyce Johns Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Perry and Joyce Johns Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.7 million in 33 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $225,000. 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$2.7 million
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$225,000
- Assets$54.6 million
- New grantees85%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,000 the year before.
85% 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 | $7,904 | 1 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 6 | $26.4 million |
| 2025 | $2.7 million | 33 | $54.6 million |
How to apply
Perry and Joyce Johns 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 Perry and Joyce Johns Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 23 | $1.5 million |
| Mississippi | 6 | $700,000 |
| Montana | 3 | $430,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Legion Post 6 Perry A John | Renovation of post to enable charita | $225,000 |
| Montana State University Foundation | Assistance for native american stude | $180,000 |
| Project 4031 Inc | No-cost services to terminally ill | $150,000 |
| Create Community Foundation-El Roi | Assistance to home of el roi | $150,000 |
| Heroes for Children | Assist with children battling cancer | $150,000 |
| Human Resource Development Council | Food assistance, elder care, transpo | $150,000 |
| Billings Community Foundation | Yellowstone county museum foundation | $100,000 |
| Kerygma Ventures | Christian living ministries | $100,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | Food assistance for tarrant county | $100,000 |
| Tishomingo County Foster Rescue | Animal rescue | $100,000 |
| Pine Vale Childrens Home Inc | Orphaned & abused children assistanc | $100,000 |
| Amen Food Pantry | Feeding the hungry | $100,000 |
| Cook Children's Health Foundation | Children's medical center | $100,000 |
| Tarrant Area Food Bank | Food distribution | $100,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospit | Assist treatment of childhood cancer | $100,000 |
| Cancer Stronger | Provide active lifestyles for cancer | $90,000 |
| Christs Haven for Children Inc | Provide for at risk children | $75,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Fort Worth | Provide service to those in need | $75,000 |
| Dallas 24 Hour Club | Substance abuse & homelessness assis | $60,000 |
| Families Feeding Families - Mid Cit | Food assistance for mid cities texas | $50,000 |
| Humane Society of North Texas | Save, protect, advocate for animals | $50,000 |
| Tarrant County Assoc for the Blind | Assistance to blind individuals | $50,000 |
| Animal Hope Inc | Rescue, rehabilitate & rehome animal | $50,000 |
| Don't Forget to Feed Me Pet Food Ba | Pet food assistance & education | $50,000 |
| Safehaven of Tarrant County | Domestic violence assistance | $40,000 |
| Cornerstone Assistance Network Inc | Assistance to those in need | $40,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant Cty | Provide for those in need | $40,000 |
| Community Storehouse | School lunches assistance | $30,000 |
| Corinth Alcorn Animal Shelter | Animal shelter services | $25,000 |
| Cheryl's Voice | Prevent intimate partner violence | $25,000 |
| The Warm Place | Grief support to children, families | $25,000 |
| Boswell Band Boosters Inc | Musical and educational assistance | $10,000 |
| Shepard of Life Lutheran Church | Religious purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Philip Nelson
- Sandra Gallegos
- James B Orser
Questions people ask
Does Perry and Joyce Johns Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Perry and Joyce Johns Foundation give?
$2.7 million in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Perry and Joyce Johns Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Philip Nelson (President/Di), Sandra Gallegos (Sec/Treas/Di) and James B Orser (Director).
What does Perry and Joyce Johns Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, youth programs and health.