The Chester Johnson Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyBalaton, Minnesota · EIN 41-1754292 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$104K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$3.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $17,507.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
0% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelburne Township | Russell, MN | General contribution | $38,000 |
| Southwest Inititive Foundation | Hutchinson, MN | Balaton mn parks | $25,000 |
| Tracy Independent School District | Tracy, MN | Preschool operations | $17,507 |
| Balaton Fire Dept | Balaton, MN | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Balaton Chamber of Commerce | Balaton, MN | Recreation activities | $5,000 |
| Hope Marketvictory Church of Balat | Balation, MN | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Balaton Historical Society | Balaton, MN | General contribution | $3,000 |
| American Legion Post 173 | Tracy, MN | Recreational activities | $360 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $103,867 | 8 |
| 2024 | $89,018 | 6 |
| 2023 | $58,455 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632399349100303
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1754292
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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