J Harrington & Marie Glidden Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting educational and social service initiatives, primarily in Ohio. Its mission focuses on providing general operating support to various institutions, particularly Catholic high schools and community service organizations. The foundation emphasizes the importance of education and social welfare, funding entities such as St. Edward High School, Magnificat High School, and the May Dugan Center. By investing in these areas, the foundation aims to enhance community well-being and educational opportunities for underserved populations.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small-to-mid sized Ohio nonprofit, especially a Catholic school, parish program, or local community service organization seeking general operating support and local credibility.
Good Fit
- • Organization based in the Cleveland/OH area or serving Ohio residents.
- • Religious-affiliated school, parish program, or community service center with local reputation.
- • Requesting general operating support in mid-range grant sizes (many awards cluster between about $10k and $50k).
- • Existing relationships or introductions to trustees, local grantees, or community leaders.
- • Track record of stable operations and measurable community impact in the foundation’s service area.
Geography
Giving is heavily concentrated in Ohio — roughly 93% of dollars in the latest year — with only a couple of out-of-state gifts across three states observed.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 20 distinct grantees across education and community service organizations and the portfolio includes many independent charities, but the mission focus is fairly concentrated around schools and faith-based services.
New Applicants
Although the foundation states it funds only preselected organizations and no public application route is visible, filings show five new recipients in the latest year, suggesting occasional new entrants — likely via invitation or referral rather than open solicitation.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
