How to apply
No formal application forms required. Submit inquiry by phone or mail. Contact: Johnston Hanson Foundation, 330 6th Street Se, Washington, DC, 2027319274 Deadlines: None Restrictions: No grants to individuals. Grants to independent, not public institutions. In general, no grants to the medical field.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
Top 39 of 40 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga UniversitySpokane, WA | General support | $50K |
| National Philanthropic TrustJenkintown, PA | General support | $38K |
| Community Colleges of SpokaneSpokane, WA | General support | $30K |
| Habitat for HumanitySpokane, WA | General support | $20K |
| Dana Farber Cancer InstituteBoston, MA | General support | $20K |
| Mission ScholarsSanta Barbara, CA | General support | $20K |
| Ridgeview Classical SchoolsFort Collins, CO | General support | $15K |
| Market House TheatrePaducah, KY | General support | $13K |
| Food Bank for Larimer CountyLoveland, CO | General support | $11K |
| Spokane Children's TheatreSpokane, WA | General support | $10K |
| Dishman Hills ConservancySpokane, WA | General support | $10K |
| Meridian InternationalWashington, DC | General support | $10K |
| Nw Museum of Arts CultureSpokane, WA | General support | $10K |
| Schweitzer Alpine Racing SchoolSandpoint, ID | General support | $10K |
| YMCASpokane, WA | General support | $10K |
| Union Gospel MissionSpokane, WA | General support | $10K |
| University of UtahSalt Lake Ctiy, UT | Butler-Hardman Scholars | $10K |
| Boys Girls Clubs of SpokaneSpokane, WA | General support | $5,000 |
| Capitol Hill Community FoundationWashington, DC | General support | $5,000 |
| Hill Center Old Naval HospitalWashington, DC | General support | $5,000 |
| Smith CollegeNorthampton, MA | General support | $5,000 |
| Arizona Burn FoundationPhoenix, AZ | General support | $5,000 |
| Gift of LifeOverland Park, KS | General support | $5,000 |
| American Academy of DiplomacyWashington, DC | General support | $5,000 |
| Angels Foster CareSanta Barbara, CA | General support | $3,000 |
| Yoga ForwardSalt Lake City, UT | General support | $3,000 |
| Friendship PaddleSanta Barbara, CA | General support | $2,000 |
| Santa Barbara Teachers FundSanta Barbara, CA | General support | $2,000 |
| Gila Valley BalloonsSafford, AZ | General support | $2,000 |
| WapiyapiDenver, CO | General support | $2,000 |
| Austin Pets AliveAustin, TX | General support | $1,500 |
| Cycling Without AgeSanta Barbara, CA | General support | $1,500 |
| Wamu Public RadioWashington, DC | General support | $1,500 |
| Smhs Royal Pride FoundationSanta Barbara, CA | General support | $1,500 |
| Haven X Campise FarmsDripping Springs, TX | General support | $1,500 |
| Trustees of Boston UniversityBoston, MA | General support | $1,000 |
| Pheasants ForeverSt Paul, MN | General support | $1,000 |
| Boston AthenaeumBoston, MA | Educational support | $500 |
| Denver Rescue MissionDenver, CO | General support | $500 |
By state: Washington 10 · Pennsylvania 1 · California 6 · Colorado 4 · District of Columbia 5 · Massachusetts 4
About this foundation
Johnston-Hanson Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Johnston-Hanson Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. No formal application forms required. Submit inquiry by phone or mail. Deadlines: None.
How much does Johnston-Hanson Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $390K across 40 grants, a median of $5,000.
Where does Johnston-Hanson Foundation give?
Washington (10 grants), Pennsylvania (1 grants), California (6 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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