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
Mon September 23
FREE VIRTUAL EVENT! Discover how to turn your passion and purpose into a career in philanthropy in this virtual event during Grand Valley State University's Student Philanthropy Week.
12:00 pm
Wed October 16
This two-day course from The Grantmaking School 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 October 30
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.
1:00 pm
In the News
Tue September 10
Is it unethical — or selfless — to anonymously donate to a political party?
Source: MarketWatch
Thu August 22
By Overlooking Women, Nonprofits Are Leaving Billions on the Table
Source: The Chronicle of Philanthropy