Russell Johnson Foundation
Invitation OnlyNorthbrook, Illinois · EIN 85-2022674 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$111K
Organizations funded18
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
16% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Jewish Committee | New York, NY | General | $10,000 |
| Excel Beyond 211 | Palatine, IL | General | $10,000 |
| Partners for Our Communities | Palatine, IL | Role program | $10,000 |
| Partners for Our Communities | Palatine, IL | Icompete youth program | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Arlington Heights, IL | General | $10,000 |
| Shalva | Chicago, IL | General | $10,000 |
| YWCA of Evanston | Evanston, IL | General | $8,000 |
| Sarah's Circle | Chicago, IL | General | $7,500 |
| Apna Ghar | Chicago, IL | General | $5,000 |
| Canine Therapy Corp | Chicago, IL | General | $5,000 |
| Distinctive Schools | Chicago, IL | General | $5,000 |
| Northwest Comm Hosp Womens Center | Arlington Heights, IL | General | $5,000 |
| Redrover | Sacramento, CA | Animal rescue | $5,000 |
| The Harbour | Park Ridge, IL | General | $5,000 |
| Live4lali | Arlington Heights, IL | General | $2,500 |
| Anti Cruelty Society | Chicago, IL | General | $1,000 |
| Paws | Chicago, IL | General | $1,000 |
| All Fur Love | Freehold, NJ | Animal rescue | $750 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $110,750 | 18 |
| 2023 | $105,000 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 3, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523079349100227
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-2022674
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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