The Harold James Family Trust
Accepts applications
The Harold James Family Trust is a private foundation in Prescott, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,929 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $75,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$260,929
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$61.1 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $509,794 the year before.
29% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $429,227 | 15 | $64.0 million |
| 2024 | $509,794 | 20 | $59.6 million |
| 2025 | $260,929 | 19 | $61.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Ronald E James 8400 N US Highway 89, Prescott, AZ 86301 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (928) 776-9727 |
| What to submit | Letter stating name, address of organization and the type of charitable work performed |
| Restrictions | Organzation must be exempt under code section 501(c)3 of the internal revenue code |
What The Harold James Family Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 18 | $255,929 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Az Foundation | Rangelands extension outreach fund and 4-h camp | $75,000 |
| Heritage Park Zoo | Membership match grants and purchase truck | $40,000 |
| Highland Center for Natural History | Membership matching and wander the wilds program | $25,000 |
| Prescott Unified SD Education Found | Annual sponsor | $23,000 |
| George Phippen Memorial Foundation | Fall gathering sponsor and landscape maintenance | $20,000 |
| Yavapai College Foundation | Community health care scholarships | $17,929 |
| Boys Girls Club of Central Az | Dancing for the stars sponsor | $15,000 |
| Marine Military Academy | Sponsorship | $5,000 |
| People Who Care | Meal sponsor | $5,000 |
| Polara Health | Community sponsor | $5,000 |
| Fresh Start Women's Foundation | Community sponsor | $5,000 |
| The Launch Pad Teen Center | Program sponsor | $5,000 |
| Yavapai County Jr Rodeo | Equipment purchase | $5,000 |
| Yavapai Food Bank | 2025 thanksgiving grant | $5,000 |
| 1888 Buckle Club Inc | Infrastructure | $4,500 |
| Extended Hands Food Bank | 2025 thanksgiving grant | $2,500 |
| Cooper Ag Center Booster Club | Sponsorship | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2025 event sponsor | $1,000 |
| Individual | Corporate zoo pass | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald E James
- Robert B James
- Laura H James
- Jennifer James Martin
- Ryan C James
Questions people ask
Does The Harold James Family Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Harold James Family Trust give?
$260,929 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Harold James Family Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald E James (President/Treas), Robert B James (Director), Laura H James (Director) and Jennifer James Martin (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Harold James Family Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.