OUR MISSION:

The Walter S. Johnson Foundation seeks to help youth become successful adults by preparing them to participate fully in their education, their workplaces and their communities.
Our Primary Grantmaking Focus Areas:

Education

The Education program seeks to prepare young people, ages 14–24, who are not on track to graduate or are first generation college-goers, to complete high school and obtain post-secondary credentials.

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Youth

The Youth program seeks to help underserved youth, ages 14–24, to make successful transistions to adulthood.

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How To Apply:

Please see our Application Guidelines to determine if your organization fits the Foundation's model.

Our Initiatives:

The Walter S. Johnson Foundation supports four Northern California initiatives to improve outcomes for vulnerable youths and young adults.

WHERE WE FUND:

Northern California and Washoe, Nevada Counties

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