William and Janet Johnston Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyCommerce, Michigan · EIN 81-4632859 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$184K
Organizations funded13
Typical grant$16,000
Total assets$3.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $20,000.
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
30% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schoolcraft College | Livonia, MI | General | $25,000 |
| St Jude | Memphis, TN | General | $20,000 |
| Lacasa Center | Howell, MI | General | $20,000 |
| Semper Fi Fund | Quantico, VA | General | $20,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Grand Haven, MI | General | $18,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Staten Island, NY | General | $18,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Troy, MI | General | $16,000 |
| Wounded Warriors | Omaha, NE | General | $15,000 |
| University of Detroit | Detroit, MI | General | $12,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Oak Park, MI | General | $10,000 |
| Mercy High School | Farmington, MI | General | $5,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Grand Haven, MI | General | $3,305 |
| Bridging the Gap | Standish, MI | General | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $184,305 | 13 |
| 2024 | $170,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $159,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 3, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612469349100211
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-4632859
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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