Jon and Judith Harris Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jon and Judith Harris Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$15,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$233,821
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,000 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 | $1,000 | 1 | $194,323 |
| 2024 | $1,000 | 1 | $223,624 |
| 2025 | $15,000 | 7 | $233,821 |
How to apply
Jon and Judith 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 Jon and Judith Harris Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2 | $8,000 |
| California | 2 | $4,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater Houston | General | $5,000 |
| Mazon A Jewish Response to Hunger | General | $3,000 |
| Houston Holocaust Museum | General | $3,000 |
| Jewish Communities Relations Council | General | $1,000 |
| Catalyst Inc | General | $1,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women of Minnesota | General | $1,000 |
| Global Fund for Women | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Judith Harris
- Marcee Harris Schwartz
- Amy Harris
Questions people ask
Does Jon and Judith Harris Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jon and Judith Harris Foundation give?
$15,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Jon and Judith Harris Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Judith Harris (President/Treasurer/Ceo), Marcee Harris Schwartz (Vice President) and Amy Harris (Vice President).
What does Jon and Judith Harris Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.