The Harjen Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Harjen Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $500,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$500,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$10.5 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $498,000 the year before.
64% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $498,000 | 7 | $10.8 million |
| 2024 | $500,000 | 11 | $10.5 million |
How to apply
The Harjen Charitable 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
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $215,000 |
| California | 1 | $150,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $30,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Semper Fi Fund | General contribution | $150,000 |
| Birch Wathen Lenox School | General contribution | $125,000 |
| Foundation for Individual Rights & Expression | General contribution | $50,000 |
| Palmetto Promise Institute | General contribution | $50,000 |
| Manhattan Institute | General contribution | $30,000 |
| Cato Institute | General contribution | $25,000 |
| Chabad of Hamilton Heights | General contribution | $25,000 |
| Open to Debate Foundation | General contribution | $25,000 |
| American Ballet Theatre Foundation | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Taps | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Alexander Hamilton Society | General contribution | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nina Roth
- Daniel Shuchman
Questions people ask
Does The Harjen Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Harjen Charitable Foundation give?
$500,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Harjen Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nina Roth (Director) and Daniel Shuchman (Director).