The Harmon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Harmon Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $365,500 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$365,500
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$12.6 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was up from $359,600 the year before.
54% 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 | $366,300 | 1 | $10.2 million |
| 2023 | $359,600 | 33 | $11.2 million |
| 2024 | $365,500 | 24 | $12.6 million |
How to apply
The Harmon 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 Harmon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $241,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $31,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $27,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York Stage & Film | General purpose | $150,000 |
| Brown University | General purpose | $27,500 |
| Sponsors for Educational Opportunity | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Women for Women Initiative | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Urban Alliance Foundation | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Norwalk Hospital Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| World Resources Institute | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Higher Achievement | General purpose | $10,000 |
| See Forever Foundation & Maya Angelou Schools | General purpose | $10,000 |
| American Academy of Arts & Sciences | Genneral purpose | $10,000 |
| David Lynch Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Fountain House | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Hebrew Life | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Osamequin Farm | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Temple Israel | General purpose | $10,000 |
| The Campfire Project Inc | General purpose | $10,000 |
| DC Volunteer Lawyers Project | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Blood Cancer United | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Low Country Healthcare Volunteers | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Skidmore College | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Berkshire School | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Wild Flower Alliance | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jane Harmon
- James Harmon
- Douglas Harmon
- Deborah Harmon
- Jennifer Harmon
- Margaret Engelhardt
Questions people ask
Does The Harmon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Harmon Foundation give?
$365,500 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Harmon Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jane Harmon (Treasurer), James Harmon (President), Douglas Harmon (Director) and Deborah Harmon (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Harmon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.