John D. & Katherine A. Johnston Foundation Grants

The John D. & Katherine A. Johnston Foundation Grants support charitable organizations in Rhode Island focused on improving the lives of low-income, physically disabled children and adults. Organizations serving Newport children receive preference, with most grants lasting one year. The foundation aims to provide children with essential educational opportunities and skills for future employment.

Grant Program
The Johnston Foundation supports charitable organizations in Rhode Island that work to improve the lives of physically disabled low-income children and adults. Preference is given to charitable organizations that serve children in Newport, Rhode Island.
Mr. Johnston stated in his will: “…it is my desire that each child be given the opportunity of acquiring at least a good grammar school education as well as to receive, if desired, the instruction usually afforded by a business or commercial school, and when practicable, that such child be taught some trade or useful employment…” As such, educational, vocational, and job training programs will be a funding priority although healthcare, recreational programs, and access to religious services will be considered.
The majority of grants from the Johnston Foundation are 1 year in duration.