Edward H Harvitt Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edward H Harvitt Family Foundation is a private foundation in Florham Park, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,880 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $18,000. 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$63,880
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees81%
Giving in 2025 was down from $78,900 the year before.
81% 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 | $124,800 | 18 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $78,900 | 20 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $63,880 | 16 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Edward H Harvitt 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 Edward H Harvitt Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 10 | $49,420 |
| Colorado | 1 | $9,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $3,600 |
| New York | 2 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $360 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater Metrowest NJ | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $18,000 |
| Jewish Family Service Agency of Central New Jersey | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $16,100 |
| American Geerz for Life Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $9,000 |
| Chabad Lubavitch of Idaho | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $3,600 |
| Friendship Circle New Jersey Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $3,600 |
| Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $3,600 |
| Holocaust Resource Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1,800 |
| Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Metrowest NJ | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1,800 |
| Rutgers Hillel Corporation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1,800 |
| JCC of Central New Jersey Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1,000 |
| Lexi Faye Everyone Matters Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1,000 |
| Congregation Israel of Springfield | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $720 |
| Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders Association | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $500 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $500 |
| Ohel Children's Home and Family Services | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $500 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Harvitt
- Daniel Harvitt
Questions people ask
Does Edward H Harvitt Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward H Harvitt Family Foundation give?
$63,880 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Edward H Harvitt Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Eric Harvitt (Trustee) and Daniel Harvitt (Trustee).
What does Edward H Harvitt Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and youth programs.