Foundations that fund organizations in Johnston City, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Johnston City nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $88K to Johnston City organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Johnston City around $1,800. 2 of these funders are based in Illinois; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Johnston City
- $88K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $1,800
- Based in IL
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Johnston City organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Castrale & Johanna Pollack Foundation | Herrin, IL | 2 | $84K | $42K | Yes | Teacher Stipends; Building repairs |
| Edward Jones Foundation | St Louis, MO | 2 | $2,500 | $1,250 | Preselected only | Food, agriculture and nutrition; Educational institutions and related activities |
| Tony Galines Foundation | Herrin, IL | 1 | $1,800 | $1,800 | Yes | Batting cage |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Johnston City, Illinois?
Joseph Castrale & Johanna Pollack Foundation, Edward Jones Foundation, Tony Galines Foundation reported grants to Johnston City organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Johnston City. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.