The Harris Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Harris Foundation is a private foundation in Athens, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $125,370 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$125,370
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was up from $113,115 the year before.
5% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $109,360 | 19 | $2.1 million |
| 2023 | $113,115 | 22 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $125,370 | 21 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The 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 Harris Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 20 | $120,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,370 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Emory University | Winship cancer institute | $10,000 |
| Georgia Cancer Center | Gru cancer center | $10,000 |
| Georgia Health Sciences Foundation | 21605 georgia childrens hospital | $10,000 |
| Georgia Health Sciences Foundation | 21064 breast cancer research | $10,000 |
| Georgia Health Sciences Foundation | 21708 als program | $8,000 |
| Medical College of Georgia | Alzheimer's research | $8,000 |
| Athens Area Habitat for Humanity | General use | $7,000 |
| Food Bank of Northeast Georgia | General use | $7,000 |
| Mercy Health Center | General use | $7,000 |
| Athens Community Council on Aging | General use | $6,000 |
| Athens Nurses Clinic | General use | $6,000 |
| American National Red Cross | General use | $5,370 |
| Athens Area Humane Society | General use | $5,000 |
| Athens YMCA | General use | $5,000 |
| Firefly Trail Inc | General use | $5,000 |
| Project Safe Inc | General use | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | General use | $4,000 |
| United Way of Northeast Georgia | General use | $3,500 |
| Barrow Community Foundation | General use | $2,000 |
| Athens Ywco | General use | $1,000 |
| Cancer Foundation of NE Ga | General use | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr William G Rice
Questions people ask
Does The Harris Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Harris Foundation give?
$125,370 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Harris Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dr William G Rice (Foundation M).
What does The Harris Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.