Harrell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harrell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $350,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$350,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $420,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $10,000 | 1 | $8.0 million |
| 2024 | $420,000 | 5 | $8.7 million |
| 2025 | $350,000 | 8 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
Harrell Family 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 Harrell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $250,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Assistance Ministries | To provide food, housing assistance and safe environments for the houston community. | $100,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundaiton | To fund the delivery of treatments, research and medical education and training. | $50,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | To fund the delivery of treatments, research and medical education and training. | $50,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | To support parkinson's research. | $50,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | To support ministry growth in sport environments across the globe. | $25,000 |
| Gulf Partners International | To fund the foundation health program. | $25,000 |
| Sierra Delta | To support military veterans by providing them with training grants, resources, and community. | $25,000 |
| The Rise School of Houston | To support the mission of the rise school. | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra H Harrell
- Forrest E Harrell Jr
- Curtis F Harrell
- Keith E Harrell
Questions people ask
Does Harrell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harrell Family Foundation give?
$350,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs Harrell Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sandra H Harrell (Vice Pres/Director), Forrest E Harrell Jr (Secretary/Director), Curtis F Harrell (Treasurer/Director) and Keith E Harrell (Asst Sec & Treas).
What does Harrell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and science and research.