Gary M Harris Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Gary M Harris Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Springdale, Arkansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $174,650 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,075 and the largest $40,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$174,650
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,075
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
94% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,000 | 1 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 1 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $174,650 | 16 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Gary M Harris Family Charitable Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Gary M Harris Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 12 | $157,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,150 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cross Church | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Samaritan Purse | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Shiloh Christian School | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Kind at Heart | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Nwa Food Bank | Charitable | $10,000 |
| KLRC | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Seven Hills | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Charitable | $5,150 |
| Joyce Meyer Ministries | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Smile Train | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Arkansas Children's Northwest | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Gracepoint Community Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sharing and Caring of Benton County | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army of Northwest Arkansas | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Youversion | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Springdale Schools Alumni Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lauren B Harris
- Gary M Harris
- Judith A Harris
- Tyler M Harris
Questions people ask
Does Gary M Harris Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gary M Harris Family Charitable Trust give?
$174,650 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,075.
Who runs Gary M Harris Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Lauren B Harris (Trustee), Gary M Harris (Member), Judith A Harris (Member) and Tyler M Harris (Member).
What does Gary M Harris Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.