FAQ

Thank you for your interest in the Jimmie Johnson Foundation.

Your question may be answered in our Frequently Asked Questions below.

Due to the volume of emails we receive, if your question is answered in the FAQ, we are unable to provide a personal response.


Q:  What is the mission of the Jimmie Johnson Foundation (JJF)?
A:  The Jimmie Johnson Foundation (JJF) is dedicated to assisting children, families, and communities in need.

Q:  What is the JJF’s current focus?
A:
  The Foundation currently focuses on supporting K-12 public and charter schools in North Carolina through our Champions Grant program. We believe all students should have equal access to the materials, resources, and opportunities needed to ensure success in school. We look to our teachers and schools to communicate the greatest needs of their students and have funded grants supporting programs in the following areas: science & technology, language & literacy, health & wellness, school improvement & infrastructure, and the arts.

Q:  Where are you located?
A:
  We are based in Charlotte, NC.

Q:  How do I apply for funding from the Foundation?
A: 
JJF does not currently offer funding opportunities, as our fundraising efforts go toward supporting K-12 public schools through our Champions Grants program.

Q:  Do you provide grants or funding to individuals?
A:  No. Unfortunately, JJF is not able to not award grants or funding directly to individuals or families.

Q:  Does the Foundation have a planned giving program?
A: 
Yes. Please explore the Donation section of this website to learn more.​

Q:  Why is an unrestricted gift preferred by JJF?
A: 
By making an unrestricted gift to JJF, your gift will go where the need is greatest.​

Q:  Will I receive a receipt for my gift that can be used when filing my income taxes?
A:
  Yes. You will receive a receipt by mail for contributions made by check, and an electronic receipt for contributions made online.  These can be used when filing your income taxes.​

Q:  Is my gift tax-deductible?
A:
  Yes. All gifts to the Foundation are tax-deductible, as applicable by law. JJF is classified by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) organization.

Q:  Does Jimmie Johnson grant requests to meet children or adults with life-threatening illnesses?
A:  The Jimmie Johnson Foundation partners with the following organizations to accommodate as many wish requests as possible. Please visit their websites to learn more about their eligibility requirements, application process, and restrictions.

Q:  What is Jimmie Johnson’s autograph policy?
A:  Due to the overwhelming number of inquiries we receive, we are not able to accept autograph requests or items to be signed. Please visit Jimmie’s website at www.jimmiejohnson.com and/or Jimmie’s official Facebook page at www.facebook.com/jimmiejohnson to see Jimmie’s appearance schedule where you could have a chance to meet him and potentially receive an autograph.

Q:  Does Jimmie Johnson endorse or make personal appearances on behalf of charities?
A:  Jimmie Johnson’s charitable endorsements and appearances are limited to those that benefit the Jimmie Johnson Foundation.

Q:  Does the Jimmie Johnson Foundation donate autographed items for charity events or provide race tickets or garage passes?
A: 
The Jimmie Johnson Foundation does not have an autographed item request program and we do not have access to any race tickets or garage passes.

 

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