Harnish Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harnish Foundation is a private foundation in Tukwila, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.0 million in 62 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $280,000. 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$5.0 million
- Number of grants62
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$280,000
- Assets$99.2 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.2 million the year before.
65% of its 2024 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 | $4.2 million | 41 | $79.5 million |
| 2024 | $5.0 million | 62 | $99.2 million |
How to apply
Harnish 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 Harnish Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 43 | $3.8 million |
| Montana | 13 | $882,000 |
| California | 2 | $142,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Child Bridge | Family recruiter/parent coach/family recruiter/parent coach | $280,000 |
| Camp Korey | Grow invoice - raise the paddle match, general operating funds | $250,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity - Seattleking County | Veteran homes | $250,000 |
| Eastside Academy | Housing program staff | $230,000 |
| Uplift Northwest | Capital campaign, fall fundraiser | $225,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit Seattle High School | Capital campaign | $200,000 |
| Summit Community Center | Full-time vocational development instructor & dept lead/full-time pre-employment instructors | $186,500 |
| Vine Maple Place | Children & youth program/child mental health specialist | $185,000 |
| Farestart | Food pathways, job readiness @ echo glen | $175,000 |
| Landon's Legacy Foundation | Playground | $150,000 |
| Outdoors for All | General operating | $150,000 |
| NW School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing | Birth to three program director | $140,000 |
| Compass Housing Alliance | Program support for veterans centers | $101,000 |
| Beacon Hill | Careportal, family resource center, safe families for children | $100,000 |
| Friends of the Children - Seattle | Teen program manager/k5 mentor salaries | $100,000 |
| Make A Wish Alaska & Washington | 5 wishes | $100,000 |
| Seattle's Union Gospel Mission | Covington shelter | $100,000 |
| Semper Fi & Americas Fund | Alaska, montana & wa general operating | $100,000 |
| Treehouse | Launch success program | $100,000 |
| United Service Organizations Inc | Purchase of new vehicle | $100,000 |
| Love and Sonshine Ministries | Pt case manager/ft house manager | $80,000 |
| Children's Center at Burke Gilman Gardens | Capital campaign for new facility | $75,000 |
| Community Homes | New home setup/caregiver | $75,000 |
| Eagle Mount Bozeman | 2024 operating support, van modification | $75,000 |
| New Phoebe House Association | General operating/program manager salary | $75,000 |
| No More Under | Learn-to-swim/ft staff member | $75,000 |
| Next Chapter Foundation | Case manager salary | $60,750 |
| Academy for Precision Learning | Stem instructor salary | $60,000 |
| Sibling Strong | King/pierce county/counselor | $52,500 |
| Amara | Family support services program | $50,000 |
| Big Sky Bravery | Operational support | $50,000 |
| Cancer Lifeline | No-cost counseling program | $50,000 |
| Canine Companions | Team training | $50,000 |
| Dog Tag Buddies | Veteran canine program | $50,000 |
| Elizabeth Gregory Home | North seattle home management | $50,000 |
| Family Law Casa | 2024 advocate supervisor salary (2 of 3) | $50,000 |
| Literacy Source | Building futures campaign | $50,000 |
| Northwest Education Access | College prep/college success programs/program team salaries/gap scholarships | $50,000 |
| NW Association for Blind Athletes | Camp spark and sports outreach | $50,000 |
| Rainier Scholars | Student sponsorship | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John J Harnish
- Jennifer C Harnish
- Katherine A Harnish
- Brian Heeb
- John W Harnish
- Troy Hickey
- Ewelina Hickey
- Elena Harnish
- Dean Blackford
Questions people ask
Does Harnish Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harnish Foundation give?
$5.0 million in tax year 2024, across 62 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Harnish Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John J Harnish (Chairman), Jennifer C Harnish (President), Katherine A Harnish (Vp/Director) and Brian Heeb (Treasurer) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Harnish Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and housing and homelessness.