The Harlan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Harlan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Avon, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $700,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$700,000
- Assets$16.4 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $525,378 the year before.
46% 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 | $688,385 | 22 | $13.2 million |
| 2024 | $525,378 | 12 | $15.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 14 | $16.4 million |
How to apply
The Harlan 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.
What The Harlan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 10 | $1.2 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ascension St Vincent Foundation | General support | $700,000 |
| Indianapolis Zoo | General support | $400,000 |
| Ascension St Vincent Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Joy in Childhood Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Cathedral High School | General support | $10,000 |
| Lubavitch of Indiana | General support | $10,000 |
| Avon Public Safety Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Geist Lake Coalition | General support | $5,000 |
| Geist Lake Coalition | General support | $5,000 |
| St Simon The Apostle School | General support | $5,000 |
| St Simon The Apostle School | General support | $5,000 |
| Dane County Humane Society | General support | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $500 |
| Indiana Masonic Home Foundation | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Doug H Harlan
- Hal P Harlan
- Hugh P Harlan
Questions people ask
Does The Harlan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Harlan Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Harlan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Doug H Harlan (Trustee), Hal P Harlan (Trustee) and Hugh P Harlan (Trustee).
What does The Harlan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and education.