The Hardison Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hardison Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cape Coral, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $10.5 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $10.5 million and the largest $10.5 million. 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$10.5 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$10.5 million
- Largest grant$10.5 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $450,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $420,000 | 13 | $10.0 million |
| 2024 | $450,000 | 13 | $10.9 million |
| 2025 | $10.5 million | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
The Hardison Family 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $10.5 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable | Donor advised fund | $10.5 million |
Officers and trustees
- Leslie C Hardison
- Bill Hardison
- John Hardison
- Patricia Jackson
- Susan Black
- Janet Hardison
- James Hardison
- Paul Hardison
Questions people ask
Does The Hardison Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hardison Family Foundation give?
$10.5 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $10.5 million.
Who runs The Hardison Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Leslie C Hardison (Co-Trustee), Bill Hardison (Co-Trustee), John Hardison (Co-Trustee) and Patricia Jackson (Co-Trustee) among 8 officers and trustees.