Harry F Barnes and Carol H Barnes Ffamily Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyBristol, Connecticut · EIN 20-8718203 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$329K
Organizations funded41
Typical grant$8,000
Total assets$9.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
65% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kcts 9 Cascade Public Media | Seattle, WA | General operations | $20,000 |
| Bristol Hospital Development Foundation | Bristol, CT | General operations | $16,000 |
| Bushnell | Hartford, CT | General operations | $15,000 |
| Tiny Mighty and Strong Corporation | Tulelake, CA | General operations | $14,000 |
| Covenant Frontline International Inc | Fort Morgan, CO | General operations | $12,600 |
| Supply Bridge Ministries | Katy, TX | General operations | $12,600 |
| Windsor High School Booster Club | Ogden, CT | General operations | $12,600 |
| Main St Community Foundation | Bristol, CT | General operations | $12,500 |
| Bristol Adult Resource Center (Barc) | Bristol, CT | General operations | $12,000 |
| Ahivoy | Dundee, OR | General operations | $10,000 |
| Applegate Valley Fire District #9 | Jacksonville, OR | General operations | $10,000 |
| Arizona First Responders Foundation | Glendale, AZ | General operations | $10,000 |
| Bristol Boys and Girls Club | Bristol, CT | General operations | $10,000 |
| Carepoint Clinic | Fall City, WA | General operations | $10,000 |
| Casa of Jackson County | Medford, OR | General operations | $10,000 |
| Humane Society of Skagit Valley | Burlington, WA | General operations | $10,000 |
| Snovalley Pride | Carnation, WA | General operations | $10,000 |
| Scottsdale Police Foundation Inc | Scottsdale, AZ | General operations | $9,000 |
| American Clock & Watch | Bristol, CT | General operations | $8,500 |
| Arizona Humane Society | Phoenix, AZ | General operations | $8,000 |
| Reclaim (Formerly Snoqualmie Valley Shelter Services) | Snoqualmie, WA | General operations | $8,000 |
| The Asher House | Estacada, OR | General operations | $7,000 |
| Empower Youth Network | Carnation, WA | General operations | $6,000 |
| Liberty Wildlife Inc | Phoenix, AZ | General operations | $6,000 |
| Ashland Football Club | Ashland, OR | General operations | $5,000 |
| First Congregational Church of Bristol Ct | Farmington, CT | General operations | $5,000 |
| Hartford Symphony | Hartford, CT | General operations | $5,000 |
| Hartt Inc | Phoenix, AZ | General operations | $5,000 |
| Lost River High School | Merrill, OR | General operations | $5,000 |
| Prudence Crandall Center | New Britain, CT | General operations | $5,000 |
| Soroptimist Intern of Klamath Falls | Klamath Falls, OR | General operations | $5,000 |
| The New England Carousel Museum | Bristol, CT | General operations | $4,500 |
| Aero Methow Rescue Service | Twisp, WA | General operations | $4,000 |
| Fall City Community Food Pantry | Fall City, WA | General operations | $4,000 |
| Little Star Montessori School | Winthrop, WA | General operations | $4,000 |
| 1510 Foundation | Charleston, WV | General operations | $3,500 |
| The LA Food Bank | Los Angeles, CA | General operations | $3,500 |
| California State University - Montery Bay | Seaside, CA | General operations | $3,000 |
| Environmental Learning Centers Ct | Bristol, CT | General operations | $3,000 |
| Hartford Stage | Hartford, CT | General operations | $3,000 |
| Shepard Meadows Equestrian Ctr | Bristol, CT | General operations | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $328,800 | 41 |
| 2024 | $353,800 | 42 |
| 2023 | $320,000 | 37 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611319349101526
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-8718203
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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