Dallas and Alta Harris Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Dallas and Alta Harris Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Boise, Idaho. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 44 grants; the typical grant was $16,000 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$16,000
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $400,000 the year before.
71% of its 2024 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 | $400,000 | 32 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 44 | $0 |
How to apply
Dallas and Alta Harris Family Foundation Inc 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 Dallas and Alta Harris Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alaska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 1 | $1.4 million |
| Idaho | 41 | $907,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harding University - See Addendum for Add'l Information | David underwood scholarships and operations | $1.4 million |
| Women's and Children's Alliance | Operations | $86,500 |
| Boise State University | Bsu band | $70,000 |
| Camp Rainbow Gold | Operations | $70,000 |
| Dallas Harris Elementary | Operations | $61,000 |
| Idaho City Historical Foundation | Operations | $60,000 |
| Caring Hearts and Hands of Hope | Operations | $50,000 |
| College of Idaho | Operations | $50,000 |
| Idaho Botanical Garden | Operations | $45,000 |
| St Lukes Health Foundation | Oncology | $45,000 |
| Bibical Studies | Operations | $35,000 |
| Boise Public Schools Foundation | Operations | $34,000 |
| Faces of Hope Foundation | Operations | $30,000 |
| Boise Basin Senior Center | Operations | $25,000 |
| Camp Ivydale | Operations | $25,000 |
| Glocal Community Partners | Operations | $25,000 |
| Idaho City Christian Center | Operations | $25,000 |
| Isaiah Foundation | Operations | $25,000 |
| Risen Christ Church | Operations | $25,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Hurrican milton relief | $25,000 |
| Animals in Distress Association | Operations | $16,000 |
| Idaho Humane Society | Operations | $16,000 |
| Jemfriends | Operations | $16,000 |
| The Closet Inc | Operations | $16,000 |
| The Ronald McDonald House | Operations | $16,000 |
| Boise State University Foundation | Operations | $7,500 |
| Treasury Valley YMCA | Operations | $7,500 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | Operations | $5,000 |
| Boise Rescue Mission | Operations | $2,250 |
| Assistance League of Boise | Operations | $1,500 |
| Boise Aquarium | Operations | $1,500 |
| City of Light Home for Women | Operations | $1,500 |
| Genesis Community Health | Operations | $1,500 |
| Hands of Hope Northwest | Operations | $1,500 |
| Make A Wish | Operations | $1,500 |
| Stanton Healthcare Ministries | Operations | $1,500 |
| The Gideon International | Operations | $1,500 |
| Valley Women & Children Shelter | Operations | $1,500 |
| Wyakin Foundation | Operations | $1,500 |
| Treasure Valley Habitat of Humanity | Operations | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Felicia H Burkhalter
- W Dallas Burkhalter
- Mildred H Davis
- Brian Randolph Harris
Questions people ask
Does Dallas and Alta Harris Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dallas and Alta Harris Family Foundation Inc give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $16,000.
Who runs Dallas and Alta Harris Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Felicia H Burkhalter (President), W Dallas Burkhalter (Secretary), Mildred H Davis (Treasurer) and Brian Randolph Harris (Board Member).
What does Dallas and Alta Harris Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.