Charles W Harris Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles W Harris Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $512,000 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $62,500. 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$512,000
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$62,500
- Assets$10.8 million
- New grantees3%
Giving in 2024 was down from $535,000 the year before.
3% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $535,000 | 31 | $10.4 million |
| 2024 | $512,000 | 30 | $10.8 million |
How to apply
Charles W Harris 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 Charles W Harris Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 28 | $444,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $62,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eaa Aviation Foundation Inc | Educational | $62,500 |
| Clarehouse | End of life care | $50,000 |
| Community Food Bank Eastern Oklahom | Food bank for needy | $50,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Homebound services | $50,000 |
| Catholic Charities | End of life care | $50,000 |
| Iron Gate | Food bank | $25,000 |
| Revitalize T-Town | Community programs | $20,000 |
| Life Senior Services | Senior assistance | $15,000 |
| John 316 Mission | Homeless services | $15,000 |
| Wwii Airborne Demonstration Team | Educational | $15,000 |
| Tulsa Boys Home | Child protection | $15,000 |
| Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless | Homeless services | $15,000 |
| Cookson Hills Christian School | Educational | $15,000 |
| Assistance League of Tulsa | Community programs | $10,000 |
| Coffee Bunker | Veteran support | $10,000 |
| Bartlesville Community Foundation | Educational | $10,000 |
| Project Santa-Salvation Army | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Youth Services of Tulsa | At risk youth services | $10,000 |
| Neighbors Along the Line | Community programs | $7,500 |
| Court Appointed Special Advocates | Child protection | $7,500 |
| Flourish Homes | Community program | $7,500 |
| Palmer Continuum Care Inc | Substance abuse & addiction care | $5,500 |
| Lindsey House | Homeless services | $5,500 |
| Fostering Connections | Child protection | $5,000 |
| The Little Lighthouse | Educational | $5,000 |
| The Spring Shelter Inc | Crisis shelter | $5,000 |
| One Hope Tulsa Inc | Community programs | $5,000 |
| Tfi Family Services Inc | Foster care support | $5,000 |
| Boys Girls Club | Community programs | $3,500 |
| Tulsa Botanic Garden | Educational | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth A Kersey
- Robyn Owens
Questions people ask
Does Charles W Harris Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles W Harris Foundation give?
$512,000 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Charles W Harris Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth A Kersey (President) and Robyn Owens (Secretary).
What does Charles W Harris Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, food and hunger and education.