The Grammie Jean Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Grammie Jean Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $140,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $45,000. 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$140,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $140,000 the year before.
36% 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 | $140,000 | 18 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $140,000 | 16 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $140,000 | 14 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Grammie Jean Foundation Inc 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 Grammie Jean Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 4 | $75,000 |
| Minnesota | 4 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Dawn Recovery Services Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $45,000 |
| Big City Mountaineers | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Crossview Lutheran Church | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of Iowa Backpack & School Pantry | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Oshkosh Area Community Foundation | Acton academy scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| St Patrick's Parish | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Vida | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Every Meal | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Fisher House Foundation Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Reach & Restore | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse - Missionary Hurricane | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald H Johnson
- Dean D Johnson
- Barry J Johnson
- Lynn G Bleckinger
- Mary Johnson
Questions people ask
Does The Grammie Jean Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Grammie Jean Foundation Inc give?
$140,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Grammie Jean Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald H Johnson (President), Dean D Johnson (Vice President), Barry J Johnson (Secretary) and Lynn G Bleckinger (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Grammie Jean Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.