The Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation, established in 1975, is committed to enhancing the quality of life in the North Shore communities of Cook, Lake, and southern St. Louis Counties. It aims to promote access to educational opportunities and support community enhancement through grantmaking in arts and culture, community and economic development, education, the environment, and social welfare programs.
The grant program seeks to address a range of societal needs across multiple domains: Social Welfare focuses on community health and youth development; Arts and Culture aim to foster a vibrant arts community; Education encourages quality educational opportunities and lifelong learning; Community and Economic Development looks to improve the socio-economic status of residents, focusing on low-income families; Environment promotes respect and maintenance of natural resources. The Foundation aims for impactful community projects, supports both small and large initiatives, encourages innovation, and is attentive to geographic distribution and diverse interests in its funding decisions.