Harold B Risher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harold B Risher Foundation is a private foundation in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$25,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$427,548
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $28,500 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $20,000 | 3 | $371,007 |
| 2024 | $28,500 | 5 | $397,646 |
| 2025 | $25,000 | 5 | $427,548 |
How to apply
Harold B Risher 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 Harold B Risher Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 4 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clemson University Foundation | Educational | $15,000 |
| Arms Wide Open Childhood Cancer Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Heritage Classic Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club | After school programs for youth | $1,500 |
| St Andrew By-The-Sea | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas H Risher Jr
- Thomas H Risher Sr
- Jennifer Risher
Questions people ask
Does Harold B Risher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harold B Risher Foundation give?
$25,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Harold B Risher Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas H Risher Jr (Trustee/Director), Thomas H Risher Sr (Resigned 2025) and Jennifer Risher (Trustee/Director).
What does Harold B Risher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.