George J & Jessica Harris Foundation
Accepts applications
George J & Jessica Harris Foundation is a private foundation in Stamford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $305,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $55,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$305,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $305,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $305,000 | 15 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $305,000 | 16 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert Masotti Trustee 1100 Summer Street Ste 401, Stamford, CT 06905-5551 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (203) 323-1191 |
| What to submit | The purpose for which funds are requested, copy of IRS determination letter |
What George J & Jessica Harris Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 15 | $300,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stamford Hospital Foundation for Cancer Research | Medical research | $55,000 |
| Open Doors | Provide shelter & support for the homeless & those in poverty | $50,000 |
| Safe Futures | Services for abused women | $30,000 |
| Foundations in Education | Committed to strengthening & transforming education | $25,000 |
| Silver Source Inc | Provides a safty net for older residents in need | $25,000 |
| The Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County | Food for the needy | $25,000 |
| Kolbe Cathedral Preparatory School | To empower students with knowledge, skills & values | $20,000 |
| Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County | Provides nursing care | $20,000 |
| Fairfield University Quick Center for the Arts | Performing arts | $15,000 |
| Stamford Dollars for Scholars | Raises funds and awards scholarships to make post-secondary education possible for deserving students | $10,000 |
| Liv Free | Providing moments of joy to families fighting pediatric cancer | $5,000 |
| One Sandwich at A Time | Feed the hungry in new york city | $5,000 |
| Orchestra Lumos | Performing arts | $5,000 |
| Soundwaters | Protect long island sound through education and action | $5,000 |
| Stamford Museum & Nature Center | Preservation & interpretation of art and culture, natual and agricultural sciences & history educating and encouraging students to become knowledgeable, passionate, and confident individuals. | $5,000 |
| Stamford Center for the Arts | Performing arts | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert P Masotti Cpa
- Charlotte Wise
- Laura A Masotti
Questions people ask
Does George J & Jessica Harris Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does George J & Jessica Harris Foundation give?
$305,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs George J & Jessica Harris Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert P Masotti Cpa (Trustee), Charlotte Wise (Trustee) and Laura A Masotti (Trustee).
What does George J & Jessica Harris Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.