
Trusted Guidance for Doing Good
Since 1992, the Johnson Center has been a leader in helping you understand, strengthen, and advance effective philanthropy for strong, equitable, and inclusive communities.
Professional Development
Ramp up your skills.
We provide competency-based professional development and capacity building for individuals and organizations.
Applied Research & Evaluation
Put research to work.
We can help improve your practice and strengthen your impact with applied research and evaluation.
Resources & Tools
Find the right tools.
The Johnson Center provides resources and tools to make data and research useful for practitioners.
Upcoming Events
Wed October 22
This two-day, virtual course from the Johnson Center is designed to challenge grantmakers to learn as much about the grantee organization, program, and community as possible so that opportunities to build capacity and partnerships are recognized and supported.
12:30 pm
Wed November 12
Learn how innovative site visit methods can help balance power dynamics and establish more authentic relationships, enabling grantees to showcase their strengths within their authentic context.
2:00 pm
Wed November 19
Ideal for foundation staff, donors, and others engaged in grantmaking, this workshop from the Johnson Center provides practical tools and step-by-step guidance to help you navigate ethical challenges in grantmaking.
2:00 pm
In the News
Wed September 10
Philanthropy expert Elizabeth Dale describes latest trends in giving
Source: Crain Currency
Tue September 2
Chemainus Kindness Club part of Canada’s giving circle boom
Source: Vancouver Island Free Daily
Mon August 11
What Is More Urgent Than Today? Why Some Foundations Are Choosing to Wind Down
Source: The Chronicle of Philanthropy
Thu August 7
The Tax Law’s Big Win for Charities Makes DAF Giving Trickier
Source: The Chronicle of Philanthropy