Harris Legacy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harris Legacy Foundation is a private foundation in New Milford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,197 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,567. 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$16,197
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,567
- Assets$834,453
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,173 the year before.
47% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $13,000 | 17 | $597,545 |
| 2023 | $13,100 | 16 | $688,325 |
| 2024 | $15,173 | 18 | $780,217 |
| 2025 | $16,197 | 19 | $834,453 |
How to apply
Harris Legacy 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 Harris Legacy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 11 | $9,158 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,567 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,559 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,060 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,025 |
| Virginia | 1 | $520 |
| Texas | 1 | $200 |
| New York | 1 | $108 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Central Kitchen | Community service | $1,567 |
| Jacques Pepin Foundation | Community service | $1,559 |
| Wilton Youth Council | Community service | $1,110 |
| Epilepsy Foundation of New England | Community service | $1,060 |
| Circle of Care Wilton | Community service | $1,033 |
| American Red Cross | Community service | $1,025 |
| Florence Griswold Museum | Community service | $1,000 |
| Katherine Hepburn Cultural Arts | Community service | $1,000 |
| Smithsonian Museum Am History | Community service | $1,000 |
| Old Saybrook Fire Co #1 | Community service | $1,000 |
| Lyme Ambulance | Community service | $1,000 |
| Abc Wilton | Community service | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Community service | $520 |
| Shoreline Soup Kitchen | Community service | $515 |
| Lyme Youth Services Bureau | Community service | $500 |
| Lyme Fire Co | Community service | $500 |
| Lyme Public Library | Community service | $500 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Community service | $200 |
| Girl Scouts of America | Community service | $108 |
Officers and trustees
- Suzanne Carter
- Christina Carter
- Kathryn C Marr
Questions people ask
Does Harris Legacy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harris Legacy Foundation give?
$16,197 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Harris Legacy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Suzanne Carter (President), Christina Carter (Secretary) and Kathryn C Marr (Treasurer).
What does Harris Legacy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and human services.