The Harding Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Harding Family Foundation is a private foundation in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $174,700 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $50,500. 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$174,700
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$50,500
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was up from $119,020 the year before.
53% 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 | $45,000 | 17 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $119,020 | 19 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $174,700 | 20 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
The Harding 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 Harding Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $81,000 |
| New York | 5 | $63,000 |
| New Jersey | 9 | $28,200 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colgate University | General | $50,500 |
| Everglades Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Ocean Reef Community Foundation | General | $26,000 |
| Community Foundation of NJ | General | $10,500 |
| Hudson Farm Foundation | General | $6,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | General | $5,000 |
| Open Space Institute | General | $5,000 |
| Parkinson Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Individual | General | $5,000 |
| Great Swamp Watershed Association | General | $2,000 |
| Individual | General | $2,000 |
| Rain Forest Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| Individual | General | $1,000 |
| NJ Highland Coalition | General | $1,000 |
| Save Our Springs Alliance | General | $1,000 |
| Sojourner Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Bright Future Foundation of Eagle C | General | $500 |
| Greater Newark Conservancy | General | $500 |
| Single Parent Resource Center | General | $500 |
| The Seeing Eye | General | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel D Harding
- Pamela B Harding
- Kimberly Harding
- Victoria Harding
Questions people ask
Does The Harding Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Harding Family Foundation give?
$174,700 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Harding Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel D Harding (Trustee), Pamela B Harding (Trustee), Kimberly Harding (Trustee) and Victoria Harding (Trustee).
What does The Harding Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and environment and conservation.