The Harrison Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Harrison Foundation is a private foundation in Manakinsabot, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.7 million in 57 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $699,000. 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$2.7 million
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$699,000
- Assets$59.7 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.4 million 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2.7 million | 59 | $48.2 million |
| 2023 | $2.4 million | 57 | $57.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.7 million | 57 | $59.7 million |
How to apply
The 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 The Harrison Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 33 | $1.8 million |
| Florida | 11 | $360,458 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $220,000 |
| New York | 1 | $150,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $40,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $19,458 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $699,000 |
| Columbia University | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $150,000 |
| Focused Ultrasound Foundation | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $120,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $100,000 |
| Northern Neck Family YMCA | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $100,000 |
| Anna Julia Cooper School | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $80,000 |
| Gicia | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $70,000 |
| Blue Ridge School | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $50,000 |
| Boca Grande Health Clinic | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $50,000 |
| Camp Holiday Trails Inc | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $50,000 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $50,000 |
| Foxcroft School | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $50,000 |
| Friends of Boca Grande | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $50,000 |
| Rappahannock Art League Inc | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $50,000 |
| Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $50,000 |
| YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $50,000 |
| The Island School Foundation | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $45,000 |
| St Anne's Belfield School | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $40,000 |
| Thomas Jefferson Foundation Inc | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $35,000 |
| Beyond Boundaries | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $30,458 |
| Barnstable Clean Water Coalition | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $30,000 |
| Cape Cod YMCA | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $30,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Cape Cod | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $30,000 |
| Barnstable Land Trust | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $30,000 |
| St Catherine's School Foundation | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $27,500 |
| Bon Secours Richmond Foundation | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| Boy's & Girl's Club of Richmond | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Martin County | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| Everglades Foundation | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| Feed More | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| Greenwich Hospital Foundation | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| Hobe Sound Community Chest | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| Housing Assistance Corporation | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| Maymont Foundation | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| St Joseph's Villa | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| The Banner Lake Club | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| The Virginia Home | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Association Inc | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| Community Health Care Center of Cape Cod | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $25,000 |
| Triway Trail | General 501(c)(3) purposes of organization | $24,458 |
Officers and trustees
- Marjorie Webb
- Mary H Keevil
- Anne H Armstrong
- Ashton Harrison
Questions people ask
Does The Harrison Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Harrison Foundation give?
$2.7 million in tax year 2024, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Harrison Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marjorie Webb (Director), Mary H Keevil (Director), Anne H Armstrong (Director) and Ashton Harrison (Director).
What does The Harrison Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.