Harris Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harris Family Foundation is a private foundation in Alexandria, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,900 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $7,500. 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$25,900
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$365,506
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was down from $28,125 the year before.
63% 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 | $26,425 | 13 | $335,902 |
| 2024 | $28,125 | 18 | $352,979 |
| 2025 | $25,900 | 16 | $365,506 |
How to apply
Harris 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 Harris Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 5 | $11,200 |
| New York | 2 | $7,600 |
| Texas | 4 | $5,100 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,300 |
| Maine | 3 | $700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Miriam's Kitchen | Charitable purpose | $7,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation | Charitable purposecharitable purpose | $7,500 |
| Citizens for Animal Protection | Charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| University of Houston Law Foundation | Charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Wamu 885 (NPR) | Charitable purpose | $1,200 |
| Weta PBS | Charitable purpose | $1,200 |
| 4-H | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Dress for Success | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Yes Prep Public Schools | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Cundys Harbor Volunteer Fire Fighter Department | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| Democracy Forward Foundation | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| Cartoonists Rights Network International | Charitable purpose | $100 |
| Harpswell Santa Fund | Charitable purpose | $100 |
| Holbrook Community Foundation | Charitable purpose | $100 |
| Hospice of Midland | Charitable purpose | $100 |
| World Team Sports | Charitable purposechcharitable purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah Harris
Questions people ask
Does Harris Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harris Family Foundation give?
$25,900 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Harris Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sarah Harris (Trustee).
What does Harris Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and community development.