The Ralph A Johnston Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyHouston, Texas · EIN 74-6051797 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$315K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$6.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $25,000.
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
25% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Martin's Episcopal Preschool | Houston, TX | General support | $75,000 |
| TIRR Foundation | Houston, TX | Camp Xtreme | $50,000 |
| Outreach Center of West Houston | Houston, TX | General support | $25,000 |
| The 100 Club Inc | Houston, TX | General support | $25,000 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | Austin, TX | Dobie Paisano Fellowship Program | $25,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Staten Island, NY | General support | $25,000 |
| Life House | Houston, TX | General support | $20,000 |
| The Childrens Fund Inc | Houston, TX | General support | $20,000 |
| Air Warriors Courage Foundation | Silver Springs, MD | General support | $15,000 |
| Buffalo Bill Center of the West Memorial Foundation | Cody, WY | General support | $15,000 |
| Texas Regional Para Sport | Wimberley, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| TIRR Foundation | Houston, TX | General support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $315,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $635,000 | 18 |
| 2022 | $20,000 | 1 |
| 2021 | $335,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 15, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522589349100132
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-6051797
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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