The Bob and Gaye Harris Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bob and Gaye Harris Foundation is a private foundation in Newbury Park, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $216,500 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$216,500
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2024 was down from $261,500 the year before.
62% of its 2024 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 | $261,500 | 15 | $401,626 |
| 2024 | $216,500 | 26 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The Bob and Gaye Harris Foundation 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 The Bob and Gaye Harris Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 21 | $188,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $7,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Art Trek Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Dolores Mission | General support | $20,000 |
| Saint Margaret's Center | General support | $20,000 |
| Verbum Dei High School | General support | $20,000 |
| Dolores Mission SF | General support | $10,000 |
| Don Bosco Technical Institute | General support | $10,000 |
| Homeboy Industries | General support | $10,000 |
| Jesuits West | General support | $10,000 |
| Santa Monica Baseball Academy | General support | $10,000 |
| Sisters of Social Service | General support | $10,000 |
| Southern California Catholic Educational Excellence Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Hallowell School - Rsu #2 | Scholarship support | $7,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Conejo Valley | General support | $5,000 |
| Catholic Big Brothers Big Sisters | General support | $5,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Los Angeles | General support | $5,000 |
| City of Hope | General support | $5,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Interfaith Neighbors | General support | $5,000 |
| Mending Kids | General support | $5,000 |
| Ms Society | General support | $5,000 |
| Proyecto Pastoral | General support | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics | General support | $5,000 |
| St Julie's Billiart Church | General support | $5,000 |
| Catalina Island Conservancy | General support | $2,000 |
| Coast Guard Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Henry K Workman Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Bob and Gaye Harris Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bob and Gaye Harris Foundation give?
$216,500 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Bob and Gaye Harris Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Henry K Workman Jr (Secretary/Cfo).
What does The Bob and Gaye Harris Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.