SOURCE OF WEALTH: Financial America Securities
FUNDING AREAS: Human Services, Education & Youth
OVERVIEW: Carl Haefling and his wife Pamela Johnson move their philanthropy through the Johnson & Haefling Family Foundation, which, according to available tax filings, gave away $172,000 in 2018. The foundation primarily funds human services, education, and youth organizations.
BACKGROUND: Born in Ohio, Carl Haefling graduated with a B.S. and a master’s degree from Kent State University. In 1983, he joined Financial America Securities, a Cleveland-based investment banking and brokerage firm. He stayed at the company for some 25 years, rising to the position of vice president.
ISSUES:
HUMAN SERVICES: The family has supported places like Emergency Food Network, Hospice Without Borders, Operation Sack Lunch, and West Seattle Hotline.
EDUCATION & YOUTH: Grantees have included Post-Prison Education Program, Rainier Scholars, Washington Kids in Transition, and South Seattle College Foundation. The couple also steadily support Gage Academy of Art.
LOOKING FORWARD: Expect the couple’s modest and steady giving to continue. The family also has ties to the Midwest, where some grants have gone in the past.
CONTACT:
Johnson & Haefling Family Foundation
9615 NE Watch Hill Drive
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
