The Eugene and Marlaina Johnston Charitable Foundation Inc
Historical FunderCoos Bay, Oregon · EIN 45-3719828 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,650 and $22,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Charitable Foundation Inc |
|---|---|
| Address | 1695 Ocean Blvd NW, Coos Bay OR 97420 |
| Phone | 5418881005 |
| Form and materials | Grant applications should be submitted on a grant application form packet that can be obtained from the Foundation. Requests for the packet should be addressed to: The Eugene and Marlaina Johnston Charitable Foundation, Inc.Attn: Grant Application1695 Ocean Blvd N.W.Coos Bay, Or 97420 |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | The Foundation's mission is to provide grants in two broad categories:Organizations devoted to the preservation of endangered species or the provision of care, shelter, and assistance to animals, including but not limited to animal shelters. Organizations whose primary mission is to conduct research, or provide treatment, education, nutrition or assistance, related to the health and well being of humans. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
30% of grants went outside Oregon.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friends of Coos County Animals | Coos Bay, OR | Animal Spay Neuter Program | $65,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Washington, DC | Animal Welfare | $35,100 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Kanab, UT | Animal Welfare No Kill Shelter | $22,000 |
| Oregon Coast Community Action | Coos Bay, OR | CASA - Childrens Safety and Welfare | $17,600 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Coos Bay, OR | Housing to Low-Income Households | $17,600 |
| Coos Elderly Services | Coos Bay, OR | Financial Management Assistance to the Elderly and Other Vulnerable Members of the Community. | $3,650 |
| Coos History Museum | Coos Bay, OR | Education Outreach for Cultural Awareness to Youth and Learners of All Ages. | $3,650 |
| South Coast Hospice | Coos Bay, OR | Compassionate Care for Terminally Ill Patients | $3,650 |
| The ALS Association | Washington, DC | ALS Disease Research and Support | $3,650 |
| Coos County Friends of Public Healt | Coos Bay, OR | Support for CHW Babies First Home Visiting Program | $3,650 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($68,650). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $244,200 | 12 |
| 2023 | $260,000 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543169349103334
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-3719828
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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