The Harbor Oaks Foundation
Accepts applications
The Harbor Oaks Foundation is a private foundation in Marion, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $38,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$38,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$391,360
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $24,000 the year before.
14% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $24,000 | 20 | $422,565 |
| 2024 | $38,000 | 22 | $391,360 |
How to apply
| Contact | Lurline R Paulsen PO Box 576, Marion, MA 02738 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (508) 748-0800 |
| What to submit | Letter requesting funds |
What The Harbor Oaks Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 8 | $17,000 |
| Oregon | 7 | $13,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $3,000 |
| Maine | 2 | $3,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Conservation Trust | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Wild Earth Guardians | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Immigrant and Refugee Comunity Organization | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Community Cycling Center | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Do Good Multnomah | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Buzzards Bay Musicfest Inc | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Commonweal Conservancy | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Lewis & Clark Graduate School | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Santa Fe Children's Museum | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Cooking With Kids Inc | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Amigos Bravos | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Think New Mexico | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Assistance Dogs of the West | Unstricted | $1,000 |
| Sippican Lands Trust | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| North by Northeast Community | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Join | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Teaching Preschool Partners | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Driven to Cure Inc | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Garrett Memorial Chapel Trust | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Community Cycling Center | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Friends of Trees | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Armstrong
- Josh Carswell
- Lurline R Paulsen
- Cristy P Carswell
Questions people ask
Does The Harbor Oaks Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Harbor Oaks Foundation give?
$38,000 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Harbor Oaks Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Armstrong (Trustee), Josh Carswell (Trustee), Lurline R Paulsen (Trustee) and Cristy P Carswell (Trustee).
What does The Harbor Oaks Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and education.