Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of
The Arthur L. & Elaine V. Johnson Foundation is a private foundation based in Cumming, Georgia. Established in 1990, it supports organizations providing guide dogs and other assistance animals for people with disabilities, as well as organizations working to conserve wildlife and natural resources.
Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of at a glance
In short: Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of gave $1.5M across 31 grants in 2025 (avg $48K), top state Arizona. 39% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $1,486,807
- +11.8% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 31
- -16.2% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $47,962
- +33.4% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $25,097
- Total assets
- $10,185,592
- +4.7% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 39% first-time grantees (12 of 31, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Arizona (28% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of
- How to Apply
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Register for an account and submit an application through the foundation’s online process. Organizations that have not received a grant in the past three years must submit an initial inquiry and receive approval before completing a full application. The foundation’s 2026 application cycle listed an April 1 opening and a July 1, 2026 application deadline; both dates have passed. The website listed June 1, 2026 as the initial-inquiry deadline for organizations that had not received a grant in the past three years.
- Review Cycle
- The website listed July 1, 2026 for full applications and June 1, 2026 for initial inquiries from organizations that had not received a grant in the past three years; these deadlines have passed.
- Deadline
- The website listed July 1, 2026 for full applications and June 1, 2026 for initial inquiries from organizations that…
- Contact
Application contact: Ryan Holmes
Mailing address: 3570 Evonvale Overlook, Cumming, GA 30041
Phone: (310) 903-8634
Website: https://www.aljfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of
Who Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Arizona Center for Nature ($351K). Together the top 10 received $1.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
178 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 139 grants of 178 (78%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 filing shows grants to recipients in multiple states. By grant dollars, Arizona received 28%, California 13%, New York 11%, Maryland 9%, and Ohio 8%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 31 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of open to new grantees?
39%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 12 of 31 grantees (39%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $34K; repeat grants $57K. How we count
Medians: $23K first-time, $30K repeat.
- 39% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+17%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 111% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2019–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $949K (2019) to $1.5M (2025). In 2025 it made 31 grants totaling $1.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Center for Nature Phoenix, AZ | Nature Conservation | $350,714 |
| Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind Smithtown, NY | Handicap Assistance | $150,000 |
| Association of Zoos & Aquariums Silver Spring, MD | Nature Conservation | $140,000 |
| Zoological Society of Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH | Nature Conservation | $115,550 |
| Voice of Asian Elephants Society Los Angeles, CA | Nature Conservation | $60,000 |
| Atlanta-Fulton County Zoo Atlanta, GA | Nature Conservation | $50,000 |
| Turtle Survival Alliance North Charleston, SC | Nature Conservation | $50,000 |
| Grand Canyon Conservancy Grand Canyon, AZ | Nature Conservation | $50,000 |
| Sempervirens Fund Los Altos, CA | Nature Conservation | $49,828 |
| Sunflower Star Laboratory Moss Landing, CA | Nature Conservation | $40,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,185,592 | $2,403,129 | $1,947,037 | $1,486,807 | 31 | $1,796,093 | $2,265,874 | $1,616,155 |
| 2024 | $9,729,500 | $1,914,181 | $1,742,585 | $1,330,469 | 37 | $1,587,477 | $1,773,326 | $1,605,136 |
| 2023 | $9,557,904 | $1,736,839 | $1,746,656 | $1,387,505 | 39 | $1,610,404 | $1,629,689 | $1,454,319 |
| 2022 | $9,567,721 | $2,402,018 | $1,693,424 | $1,275,877 | 38 | $1,472,282 | $2,232,153 | $1,459,504 |
| 2021 | $8,859,127 | $2,569,944 | $1,525,716 | $1,201,316 | 33 | $1,353,300 | $2,401,214 | $1,523,993 |
| 2020 | $7,814,899 | $1,265,328 | $1,497,545 | $1,148,020 | 36 | — | $1,113,675 | $1,218,188 |
| 2019 | $8,047,116 | $1,490,149 | $1,242,491 | $949,345 | 30 | — | $1,361,438 | $1,154,953 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of reported a distributable amount of $1.6M for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation funds eligible charitable organizations that provide for guide dogs or other animals trained to assist people who are visually impaired or otherwise physically disabled, or that preserve wildlife and natural resources. For assistance animals, it gives highest priority to dogs assisting people with visual impairments, followed by animals individually trained to perform tasks for people with physical disabilities. It does not fund therapy, medical alert, autism, PTSD, facility, or emotional support animals.
For conservation, the foundation prioritizes direct conservation and science-based work, with greater priority for projects focused on vulnerable or endangered species or their habitats. It does not fund wildlife rehabilitation unless it focuses on threatened or endangered species, or organizations whose primary focus is advocacy or litigation. The foundation prefers projects that contribute to long-term change over requests for ongoing program operations.
Examples of supported organizations illustrate these areas. The Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind says it provides guide and service dogs to people who are blind, visually impaired, or have other disabilities. The Turtle Survival Alliance Foundation describes its mission as protecting and restoring wild tortoise and turtle populations. Sempervirens Fund says it works to ensure that coast redwood forests in the Santa Cruz Mountains thrive for generations.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation awarded 31 grants totaling $1,486,807. Awards ranged from $9,000 to $350,714, with a median grant of $25,097.
The largest 2025 awards included $350,714 to Arizona Center for Nature for nature conservation; $150,000 to Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind for handicap assistance; $140,000 to the Association of Zoos & Aquariums for nature conservation; and $115,550 to the Zoological Society of Cincinnati for nature conservation. Other awards included $60,000 to Voice of Asian Elephants Society, $50,000 each to Atlanta-Fulton County Zoo, Turtle Survival Alliance, and Grand Canyon Conservancy, and $49,828 to Sempervirens Fund.
The foundation’s website describes a project-focused review process and says that decisions are made in the fall. Organizations that have not received a grant in the past three years must first submit an initial inquiry. The website says applications are submitted online; it does not accept emailed or hard-copy applications or letters of inquiry. Applicants must be eligible charitable organizations, and the foundation requires a grant agreement.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Sally Mode, David Hammerslag, Ryan Holmes, and Ben Hammerslag as trustees. The filing identifies Ryan Holmes as the contact for application information.
Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of's 2025 filing lists 4 officers; all 4 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
David Hammerslag
Trustee
On filings since 2019
10 hrs/week
$72K (2019) → $71K (2025)
Sally Mode
Trustee
On filings since 2019
10 hrs/week
$156K (2019) → $67K (2025)
Ryan Holmes
Trustee
On filings since 2022
15 hrs/week
$22K (2022) → $59K (2025)
Ben Hammerslag
Trustee
On filings since 2024
15 hrs/week
$9K (2024) → $59K (2025)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $71K, to David Hammerslag (Trustee). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of
How much does Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of give each year?
Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of gave $1.5M across 31 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $1.3M across 37 grants.
What is Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of's typical grant size?
Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of's median grant in 2025 was $25,097, and its average grant was $47,962, across 31 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of that year got $34K on average.
Where does Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of give grants?
Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of's top state is Arizona, with 28% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (13%) and New York (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Phoenix, AZ (2 grants) and Atlanta, GA (2 grants).
Does Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 31 grants with a stated purpose on Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Nature Conservation" (28 grants) and "Handicap Assistance" (3 grants).
Who are Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of's largest grantees?
Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of's largest 2025 grantees include Arizona Center for Nature ($350,714), Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind ($150,000) and Association of Zoos & Aquariums ($140,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 43% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of?
Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of reported $10.2M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.8M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.6M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of fund?
The foundation funds eligible charitable organizations that provide for guide dogs or other animals trained to assist people who are visually impaired or otherwise physically disabled, or that preserve wildlife and natural resources. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of?
Register for an account and submit an application through the foundation’s online process. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of's EIN?
Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory of's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-3739494. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(8)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS August 31, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS June 14, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS June 1, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS June 13, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS June 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS June 24, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 5, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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