Mary & James Harrison Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mary & James Harrison Foundation is a private foundation in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $521,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$521,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$14.2 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was down from $806,695 the year before.
19% of its 2024 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 | $806,695 | 27 | $13.5 million |
| 2024 | $521,000 | 16 | $14.2 million |
How to apply
Mary & James Harrison 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 Mary & James Harrison Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 9 | $358,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $67,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $19,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $12,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Crossings Church | Religious | $100,000 |
| Pokes With A Purpose | Education | $100,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Charitable | $67,000 |
| Oklahoma Christian University | Educational | $50,000 |
| Regional Food Bank | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Asbury Theological Seminary | General | $20,000 |
| Jews for Jesus | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Next Generation Impact Oklahoma | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Xa (Chi Alpha) | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Mei Giving | Charitable | $19,000 |
| Lindsay High School | Educational | $18,000 |
| Oklahoma Christian School | Educational | $15,000 |
| One Mission Society | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Liams Lighthouse Foundation | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Good Samaritan Pathway Church | Religious | $10,000 |
| Jerusalem University College | Educational | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Harrison
- Russell Harrison
- David Harrison
- John Harrison
Questions people ask
Does Mary & James Harrison Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary & James Harrison Foundation give?
$521,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Mary & James Harrison Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Harrison (Executive of), Russell Harrison (Executive of), David Harrison (Executive of) and John Harrison (Executive of).
What does Mary & James Harrison Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.