AI Summary
The Harris Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that actively supports various causes within the foundations sector, having awarded a total of $5.4 million across 114 grantees in 2025. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, and prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to determine their fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
$3.1M
7%
JEWISH UNITED FUND OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGO
CHICAGO, IL
$1.3M
3%
MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART
Chicago, IL
$1.1M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$10.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HARRIS FAMILY FOUNDATION?
Yes. HARRIS FAMILY FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does HARRIS FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
HARRIS FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Maryland, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are HARRIS FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HARRIS FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HARRIS FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, HARRIS FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $5.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HARRIS FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, HARRIS FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 110 grantees. Recent grantees include University of Chicago, JEWISH UNITED FUND OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGO, and MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HARRIS FAMILY FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.