The Jeanne R Johnson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jeanne R Johnson Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$2.6 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$55.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.6 million the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.6 million | 21 | $52.6 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 20 | $55.5 million |
How to apply
The Jeanne R Johnson 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 The Jeanne R Johnson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 17 | $2.6 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University | Scholarships/Other | $1.0 million |
| Dallas Symphony Foundation | General Operating | $1.0 million |
| Dallas Arboretum | General Operating | $150,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | General Operating | $100,000 |
| The Senior Source | General Operating | $75,000 |
| Visiting Nurses Association | General Operating | $50,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General Operating | $50,000 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian Church | General Operating/other | $50,000 |
| Children's Medical Center Foundatio | General Operating | $25,000 |
| American Red Cross | General Operating | $25,000 |
| Baylor Scott White Dallas Foundatio | General Operating | $25,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General Operating | $25,000 |
| Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra | General Operating | $20,000 |
| Envision Dallas | General Operating | $20,000 |
| OurCalling | General Operating | $10,000 |
| Buckner International | General Operating | $5,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General Operating | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Highland Park Librar | General Operating | $5,000 |
| For Love Art | General Operating | $5,000 |
| Grant Halliburton Foundation | General Operating | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura R Lumley
- Kendall R Holden
- Polly York
Questions people ask
Does The Jeanne R Johnson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jeanne R Johnson Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Jeanne R Johnson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laura R Lumley (VicePresident), Kendall R Holden (President) and Polly York (Secretary).
What does The Jeanne R Johnson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and environment and conservation.