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Private foundation · EIN 62-6401641

George R Johnson Family Foundation

Cleveland, TN

George R Johnson Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Cleveland, TN. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, it reported $1.9M in grants and contributions paid across 76 grants, with $31.1M in assets (fair market value). Its return lists how to submit a request. Its largest grants went to Boys & Girls Clubs of Ocoee Region, Lee University and Museum Center at 5ive Points.

How to request funding

Contact
Beverly P Johnson
Phone
4236142393
Address
Po Box 4558, Cleveland, Tn, 37320
Form and materials
Applications are to be submitted in the form of a letter of not more than two pages describing the project for which the grant is sought. if the project meets foundation guidelines, additional information may be requested.
Restrictions
Grants will be awarded to charitable organizations primarily in the following locations: tennessee - bradley, hamilton, loudon, marion, mcminn, meigs, monroe, polk, rhea & sequatchie counties. georgia - catoosa, dade, murray, walker & whitfield counties.

As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2025. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.

Largest grants, tax year 2025

Historical data · not a prediction
RecipientLocationPurposeAmount
Boys & Girls Clubs of Ocoee RegionCleveland, TNProgram Support$180,000
Lee UniversityCleveland, TNProgram Support$100,000
Museum Center at 5ive PointsCleveland, TNProgram Support$100,000
University of Chattanooga FoundatioChattanooga, TNProgram Support$100,000
YMCAChattanooga, TNCamp Ocoee Capital Campaign$100,000
Holston Home for ChildrenGreeneville, TNProgram Support$75,000
Tennessee Wesleyan UniversityAthens, TNCapital Campaign$75,000
Tri-County CenterAthens, TNProgram Support$55,000
Chambliss Center for ChildrenChattanooga, TNProgram Support$50,000
Life BridgesCleveland, TNProgram Support$50,000
Partnership for FamilieschildrenChattanooga, TNProgram Support$50,000
The Caring PlaceCleveland, TNProgram Support$40,000
United Way of Greater ChattChattanooga, TNProgram Support$40,000
YMCAChattanooga, TNYcap Program$35,000
Habitat for Humanity of ClevelandCleveland, TNProgram Support$30,000
Loudon County Habitat for HumanityLenoir City, TNProgram Support$30,000
On PointHixson, TNGraduation Coaching Program$30,000
The Hope Center IncCleveland, TNProgram Support$30,000
American Red CrossCleveland, TNProgram Support$25,000
Cleveland State Comm College FdtnCleveland, TNProgram Support$25,000
Houston Musuem of Decorative ArtsChattanooga, TNProgram Support$25,000
Scenic City Clay ArtsChattanooga, TNProgram Support$25,000
Bethel Bible VillageHixson, TNProgram Support$20,000
Boys & Girls Clubs of Tn ValleyKnoxville, TNProgram Support$20,000
Casa Corridor of East TennesseeAthens, TNAdvocate Training Program$20,000

The 25 largest of 76 grants listed on the return. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.

Where its grants went

Quick answers

Does George R Johnson Family Foundation accept grant applications?

Its Form 990-PF lists how to submit a request. Form and materials: Applications are to be submitted in the form of a letter of not more than two pages describing the project for which the grant is sought. if the project meets foundation guidelines, additional information may be requested.. Restrictions: Grants will be awarded to charitable organizations primarily in the following locations: tennessee - bradley, hamilton, loudon, marion, mcminn, meigs, monroe, polk, rhea & sequatchie counties. georgia - catoosa, dade, murray, walker & whitfield counties.. Confirm current requirements with the foundation before applying.

How much does George R Johnson Family Foundation give each year?

For tax year 2025, it reported $1,903,110 in grants and contributions paid (76 grants). Giving can change from year to year.

What organizations has George R Johnson Family Foundation funded?

Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to Boys & Girls Clubs of Ocoee Region (TN), $180K, Lee University (TN), $100K, Museum Center at 5ive Points (TN), $100K, University of Chattanooga Foundatio (TN), $100K and YMCA (TN), $100K.