Fred G Harrison Foundation
Historical FunderHerrin, Illinois · EIN 37-6085205 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,959 and $151,628.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | FRED G HARRISON FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 101 S PARK AVENUE, HERRIN IL 62948 |
| Phone | 6189426666 |
| Form and materials | INFORMAL WRITTEN OR VERBAL REQUESTS |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Carterville | Carterville, IL | Fire department bays | $333,333 |
| Village of Colp | Colp, IL | Demolition of old school and construction | $286,000 |
| Williamson County Government | Marion, IL | Animal control facility roof extensions | $175,000 |
| Veterans Honor Flight of Southern Illinois | Marion, IL | Building for wheelchairs | $159,145 |
| Williamson County Sheriff's Office | Marion, IL | Patrol boat | $151,628 |
| Herrin Police Department | Herrin, IL | 2025 ford police interceptor | $58,788 |
| Herrin Park District | Herrin, IL | Hb aquatic center pool repair | $50,000 |
| Little Egypt Arts Association | Marion, IL | Glass replacement and mini split A/C system | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Southern Illinois | Carbondale, IL | Summer program | $50,000 |
| Marion Park District | Marion, IL | Splash pad | $21,703 |
| Children's Advocacy Centers of Illinois | Springfield, IL | Forensic interview record | $14,700 |
| Honor Wreaths for Veterans | Marion, IL | Wreaths for graves | $7,650 |
| Herrin Community Pantry | Herrin, IL | Freezer | $1,959 |
| Chase Lannom | Herrin, IL | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Joella Brimm | Herrin, IL | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Noah Pulley | Herrin, IL | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Sydney Atchison | Herrin, IL | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,363,906 | 17 |
| 2024 | $1,338,657 | 17 |
| 2023 | $1,329,120 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641259349101409
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 37-6085205
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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