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The Vinnie Johnson Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that primarily supports nonprofits in Michigan and Illinois, having paid out a total of $180K in grants to 15 grantees in 2022. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION IS ORGANIZED EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECEIVING AND ADMINISTERING FUNDS AND ASSETS FOR CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION
$285K
20%
CAMP CAVELL CONSERVANCY
$250K
18%
MATH CORPS
$175K
13%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION?
No. THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION give?
THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan and Illinois. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2022, THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $180 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION, CAMP CAVELL CONSERVANCY, and MATH CORPS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION?
THE VINNIE JOHNSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.