Harris Finch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harris Finch Foundation is a private foundation in Raleigh, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $445,007 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $8,440 and the largest $114,178. 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$445,007
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$8,440
- Largest grant$114,178
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $387,641 the year before.
17% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $355,093 | 23 | $7.4 million |
| 2024 | $387,641 | 26 | $9.0 million |
| 2025 | $445,007 | 30 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
Harris Finch 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 Harris Finch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 15 | $298,705 |
| New York | 11 | $75,052 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $51,250 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Folk Art Alliance | General operating | $114,178 |
| Site Santa Fe | General operating | $78,225 |
| Princeton Alumnicorp | Emerging leaders program; general operating | $50,000 |
| MNM Museum of New Mexico Foundation | General operating & exhibition support | $47,400 |
| Moma | General operating | $14,211 |
| Film Society of Lincoln Center | General operating | $11,560 |
| Metropolitan Museum | General operating | $10,489 |
| Communities in Schools New Mexico | General operating | $10,000 |
| Days for Girls | General operating | $10,000 |
| Food Depot | General operating | $10,000 |
| Girls Inc of Santa Fe | General operating | $10,000 |
| Murfreesboro Historical Society | General operating | $10,000 |
| New Mexico School for the Arts - Art Institute | General operating | $10,000 |
| Studio Museum in Harlem | General operating | $10,000 |
| New Museum | General operating | $9,635 |
| Whitney Museum | Education support & general operating | $7,245 |
| School of Advanced Research | General operating | $5,000 |
| School of American Ballet | General operating | $5,000 |
| Guggenheim (Solomon R) Museum | General operating | $4,162 |
| Cooking With Kids Inc | General operating | $2,500 |
| Echo Food Bank | General operating | $2,500 |
| Santa Fe Institute | General operating | $2,500 |
| The Community Pantry | General operating | $2,500 |
| Santa Fe Farmers Market Institute | General operating | $2,000 |
| Wfuv | General operating | $1,600 |
| Princeton University | General operating | $1,250 |
| Center for Contemporary Arts | General operating | $1,000 |
| Lensic Performing Arts Center | General operating | $902 |
| Columbia Business School | General operating | $650 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery | General operating | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Courtney Finch Taylor
- Scott F Taylor
Questions people ask
Does Harris Finch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harris Finch Foundation give?
$445,007 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $8,440.
Who runs Harris Finch Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Courtney Finch Taylor (President) and Scott F Taylor (Vice President Secretary).
What does Harris Finch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.