Rose Montgomery Johnston Family
Rose Montgomery Johnston Family is a private foundation based in Memphis, Tennessee. In 2024, it made grants to charitable organizations in several states, with the largest share of grant dollars going to Tennessee recipients.
Rose Montgomery Johnston Family at a glance
In short: Rose Montgomery Johnston Family gave $334K across 53 grants in 2024 (avg $6K), mostly in Tennessee. 26% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $333,600
- -0.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 53
- +23.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $6,294
- -19.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $6,173,073
- +1.7% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 26% first-time grantees (14 of 53, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Tennessee (56% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Rose Montgomery Johnston Family
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Applications should be submitted in writing and include the requested amount, intended use, and a description of the tax-exempt purpose. Applicants should also provide documentation of their tax-exempt status, such as an IRS exemption letter. The filing states there are no restrictions on awards.
- Contact
Application contact: Rose Montgomery Johnston
Mailing address: 111 Norwal Road, Memphis, TN 38117
Phone: (901) 682-1392
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Rose Montgomery Johnston Family funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Calvary Episcopal Church ($61K). Together the top 10 received $254K.
Grant Size Distribution
227 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 208 grants of 227 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 56% of grant dollars went to Tennessee recipients, 21% to South Carolina, 12% to Montana, 5% to North Carolina, and 3% to Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 53 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Rose Montgomery Johnston Family open to new grantees?
26%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 14 of 53 grantees (26%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $3K; repeat grants $7K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $2K repeat.
- 70% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−1%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 81% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $300K (2020) to $348K (2022). In 2024 it made 53 grants totaling $334K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Calvary Episcopal Church Memphis, TN | Support Religious Activities | $61,000 |
| Dixon Gallery and Gardens Memphis, TN | Develop Gardens in Memphis | $52,500 |
| Converse College Spartanburg, SC | Support of Education | $51,500 |
| All Saints' Episcopal Church Whitefish, MT | Support Religious Activities | $30,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Memphis Memphis, TN | Community Support | $10,000 |
| Metal Museum Memphis, TN | Arts/Cultural | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Memphis, TN | Medical | $10,000 |
| Slingshot Memphis Memphis, TN | Community Support | $10,000 |
| Sweet Briar College Sweet Briar, VA | Support Education | $10,000 |
| Episcopal Church of the Advent Foundation Spartanburg, SC | Support Religious Activities | $9,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,173,073 | $521,279 | $417,509 | $333,600 | 53 | $333,600 | $450,414 | $411,063 |
| 2023 | $6,069,303 | $324,490 | $407,625 | $334,500 | 43 | $334,500 | $260,793 | $381,766 |
| 2022 | $6,152,438 | $279,013 | $425,279 | $348,000 | 49 | $348,000 | $214,744 | $397,776 |
| 2021 | $6,298,704 | $365,681 | $409,709 | $337,000 | 45 | $337,000 | $301,218 | $416,764 |
| 2020 | $6,342,732 | $188,635 | $378,829 | $300,000 | 37 | — | $117,770 | $360,562 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Rose Montgomery Johnston Family reported a distributable amount of $411K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for religious activities, education, arts and culture, medical services, community support, and garden development in Memphis.
Among its grantees, Dixon Gallery and Gardens describes its mission as operating and maintaining an art gallery and gardens for the public’s benefit, education, and enjoyment. Slingshot Memphis says it develops a standardized way to measure poverty-fighting impact and help decision-makers direct resources to effective efforts. Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association describes its work as supporting vulnerable seniors and families in crisis. Whitefish Theatre Company says it brings the arts to life in its community, while Opera Memphis describes its mission as entertaining and inspiring people in Memphis and the Mid-South through opera.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 53 grants totaling $333,600. Grants ranged from $500 to $61,000, with a median of $2,000.
Largest grants included $61,000 to Calvary Episcopal Church for religious activities; $52,500 to Dixon Gallery and Gardens for garden development in Memphis; $51,500 to Converse College for education; and $30,000 to All Saints' Episcopal Church for religious activities. Other grants included $10,000 each to Community Foundation of Greater Memphis, Metal Museum, Planned Parenthood in Memphis, Slingshot Memphis, and Sweet Briar College.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Rose M Johnston as chairman and Bailey Johnston Farrin, Mary Johnston Carloss, Sarah Johnston Spencer, and Elizabeth M Johnston as trustees.
Rose Montgomery Johnston Family is led by Rose M. Johnston, Chairman on every filing since 2020; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Rose M. Johnston
Chairman
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Bailey Johnston Farrin
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Elizabeth M. Johnston
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Mary Johnston Carloss
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Sarah Johnston Spencer
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Rose Montgomery Johnston Family
How much does Rose Montgomery Johnston Family give each year?
Rose Montgomery Johnston Family gave $334K across 53 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $335K across 43 grants.
What is Rose Montgomery Johnston Family's typical grant size?
Rose Montgomery Johnston Family's median grant in 2024 was $2,000, and its average grant was $6,294, across 53 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Rose Montgomery Johnston Family that year got $3K on average.
Where does Rose Montgomery Johnston Family give grants?
Rose Montgomery Johnston Family gives mostly in Tennessee: 56% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were South Carolina (21%) and Montana (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Memphis, TN (28 grants), Spartanburg, SC (6 grants), Durham, NC (4 grants) and Whitefish, MT (3 grants).
Does Rose Montgomery Johnston Family give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 53 grants with a stated purpose on Rose Montgomery Johnston Family's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Arts/Cultural" (12 grants), "Community Support" (10 grants) and "Support Religious Activities" (5 grants).
Who are Rose Montgomery Johnston Family's largest grantees?
Rose Montgomery Johnston Family's largest 2024 grantees include Calvary Episcopal Church ($61,000), Dixon Gallery and Gardens ($52,500) and Converse College ($51,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 49% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Rose Montgomery Johnston Family?
Rose Montgomery Johnston Family reported $6.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $334K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $411K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Rose Montgomery Johnston Family fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for religious activities, education, arts and culture, medical services, community support, and garden development in Memphis. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Rose Montgomery Johnston Family?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Rose Montgomery Johnston Family's EIN?
Rose Montgomery Johnston Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-6540443. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Rose Montgomery Johnston Family accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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