Harvest Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harvest Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$20.4 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $615,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $615,000 | 18 | $16.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 20 | $20.4 million |
How to apply
Harvest 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Harvest Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 14 | $700,000 |
| Oregon | 6 | $300,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arts in Education of the Gorge | General operations | $50,000 |
| Carnegie Picture Lab | Creativity curated | $50,000 |
| Council on Aging of Central Oregon | General operations | $50,000 |
| Farestart | Job training, case management and employment support | $50,000 |
| Island Senior Resources | General operations | $50,000 |
| Jack Straw Foundation | Arts and technology programs | $50,000 |
| Lane Arts Council | In-school arts education programs | $50,000 |
| Literacy Source | General operations | $50,000 |
| Morningside | High school pre-employment transition services | $50,000 |
| Mustard Seed Project | General operations-senior living assistance | $50,000 |
| Pacific Northwest Ballet | Discover dance | $50,000 |
| Pike Market Senior Center & Food Bank | Social services program | $50,000 |
| Portland Youthbuilders | General operations | $50,000 |
| Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestra | Syso in the schools | $50,000 |
| Store to Door | General operations-senior living assistance | $50,000 |
| Transitions | New leaf cafe | $50,000 |
| Vine Maple Place | Workforce development and career development pathway program | $50,000 |
| Whatcom Council on Aging | General operations | $50,000 |
| Whatcom Literacy Council | General operations | $50,000 |
| YWCA of Greater Portland | Senior services | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Ringness
- Marjorie Ringness
Questions people ask
Does Harvest Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harvest Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Harvest Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward Ringness (Manager/Director/President) and Marjorie Ringness (Manager/Director/Treasurer).
What does Harvest Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly seniors, education and arts and culture.