Johnson Charitable Gift Fund
The Johnson Charitable Gift Fund is administered by Johnson Investment Counsel; the Johnson Investment Counsel website describes the JCGF’s donor-advised accounts and endowment funds, a Donor View client portal, and charitable planning services. The domain is listed on the charity’s IRS/990 filings and on Charity Navigator.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Nonprofits with demonstrable program fit in education, health, faith-based, or community services—especially organizations with an Ohio connection but also credible out-of-state operations.
Good Fit
- • Clear program alignment with general operating or annual fund needs.
- • Existing presence or activities in Ohio or a plausible regional link to the funder.
- • Capacity to manage gifts at a wide range of sizes (from mid-five figures to multi‑million).
- • Willingness to accept unrestricted or broadly designated support.
Geography
Observed grants in the latest year covered 35 states, showing a multi‑state footprint, though a majority of dollars (54%) remained in the foundation's home state.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 688 distinct recipients across many sectors and purposes, with a long tail of smaller grants and multiple large awards, indicating a broad and diverse recipient set.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows about 294 new recipients in the latest year (≈43% new), and while no formal application was posted, the behavioral turnover plus a public contact route suggest unfamiliar organizations can and do enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
