Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable
Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable is a private foundation, based in Grantsburg, WI. IRS filing data is available for 2020. In 2020, it awarded 2 grants totaling $3K. Net investment income was $1.
Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable at a glance
In short: Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable gave $3K across 2 grants in 2020 (avg $2K), mostly in Wisconsin. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $3,012
- Grants made (2020)
- 2
- Average grant
- $1,506
- Median grant
- $1,506
- Primary geography
- Wisconsin (83% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated September 2026.
Who Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Bethany Lutheran Church ($3K). Together the top 2 received $3K.
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 2 grants totaling $3K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bethany Lutheran Church Grantsburg, WI | Charitable | $2,512 |
| Mayo Clinic Foundation Rochester, MN | Charitable | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1 | $3,212 | $3,012 | 2 | $1 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable's 2020 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Carol Johnson
Director
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Merlin Johnson
Director
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable
How much does Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable give each year?
Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable gave $3K across 2 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable operate?
Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable has awarded grants in Minnesota, Wisconsin.
What is Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable's EIN?
Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 39-6751550. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 12, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
Live grants for the work Merlin and Carol Johnson Charitable funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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