The Harshaw Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Harshaw Family Foundation is a private foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $845,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$845,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$15.2 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $760,500 the year before.
60% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $668,000 | 12 | $13.2 million |
| 2023 | $760,500 | 14 | $14.7 million |
| 2024 | $845,000 | 10 | $15.2 million |
How to apply
The Harshaw 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 Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 10 | $845,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Louisville | Donation | $200,000 |
| Goodwill Industries of Ky | Donation | $200,000 |
| Gilda's Club Kentuckiana | Donation | $100,000 |
| Jefferson Foundation | Donation | $100,000 |
| Kentucky Youth Advocates | Donation | $100,000 |
| Family Scholar House | Donation | $50,000 |
| New Directions Housing Corporation | Donation | $50,000 |
| Louisville Public Media | Donation | $25,000 |
| Friends of Metro Animal Services | Donation | $10,000 |
| Leadership Louisville Center | Donation | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- W Frank Harshaw
- Virginia K Harshaw
- Thomas J Beck
Questions people ask
Does The Harshaw Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Harshaw Family Foundation give?
$845,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Harshaw Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists W Frank Harshaw (President), Virginia K Harshaw (Secretary/Tr) and Thomas J Beck (Director).