The Dorothy L Johnston Foundation
Invitation OnlyPasadena, California · EIN 27-6390335 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$418K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$30,000
Total assets$10.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $75,000.
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 California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Symphony Orchestra | Pasadena, CA | Provide orchestral performances & benefit the community | $130,000 |
| Descanso Gardens | LA Canada Flintridge, CA | To fund the inspiration, education and experience of the gardens and the natural world | $107,500 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic Association | Los Angeles, CA | Provide musical performances to the community | $75,000 |
| Usc Karl Swaidan Endowed Scholarship | Los Angeles, CA | To support student-athlete scholarships, programming and operations | $30,000 |
| Usc School of Dramatic Art | Los Angeles, CA | Foster the talents of artist-scholars who are willing to imagine the future of the entertainment industry and bring it to life | $30,000 |
| Cancer Support Community Greater Sgv | Sierra Madre, CA | Support program | $15,000 |
| Loren L Zachary Scty for the Pref Arts | Beverly Hills, CA | To futhur the training of individuals in the art of operatic singing | $15,000 |
| Parson's Nose Productions | South Pasasdena, CA | Introduce the classics to audiences of all ages | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $417,500 | 8 |
| 2024 | $302,370 | 13 |
| 2023 | $406,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642049349100234
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-6390335
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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