The Harriet E Pfleger Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Harriet E Pfleger Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $160,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$160,000
- Assets$34.3 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
21% of its 2024 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 | $1.4 million | 20 | $35.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 24 | $34.3 million |
How to apply
The Harriet E Pfleger 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 Harriet E Pfleger Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $844,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $160,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| US Friends of the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust | Aerial survelliance program | $160,000 |
| Scripps Health Foundation | General fund | $130,000 |
| Casa de Amparo | Military support program | $100,000 |
| Little Star | General fund | $100,000 |
| Oceana Inc | General fund | $100,000 |
| Workshop for Warriors | General fund | $100,000 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Community Center | General fund | $79,000 |
| Feeding San Diego | General fund | $60,000 |
| Challenged Athletes Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| Paradise Dreams Animal Sanctuary | General fund | $50,000 |
| Ocean Discovery | General fund | $40,000 |
| San Diego Zoological Society | Elephant behavioral monitoring program | $40,000 |
| San Diego Humane Society | General fund | $35,000 |
| California Dressage Society- San Diego | General fund | $25,000 |
| Canine Companions | Team training program | $25,000 |
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | General fund | $25,000 |
| Choc Children's Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| Helen Woodward Animal Center | Therapeutic riding program | $25,000 |
| Joyrx Children's Cancer Association | General fund | $25,000 |
| US Equestrian Team | General fund | $25,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General fund | $25,000 |
| Shea Therapeutic Riding | General fund | $25,000 |
| Beach & Country Guild | General fund | $10,000 |
| Rawson Saunders School | General fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Pfleger Edwards
- W Richard Mills
- Michael Jackson
Questions people ask
Does The Harriet E Pfleger Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Harriet E Pfleger Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs The Harriet E Pfleger Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Linda Pfleger Edwards (President), W Richard Mills (Treasurer) and Michael Jackson (Trustee).
What does The Harriet E Pfleger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and animals.