James V Harkness Foundation
Invitation OnlyPo Box Chica, Illinois · EIN 26-3854725 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$125K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$819K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
60% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Have Dreams | Park Ridge, IL | General support | $45,000 |
| Misericordia | Chicago, IL | General support | $25,000 |
| Matthias Academy Corporation | Kenosha, WI | General support | $20,000 |
| Palm Beach County Sheriff's Foundation | West Palm Beach, FL | General support | $20,000 |
| Wellness World Medical | Tampa, FL | General support | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $125,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $87,500 | 6 |
| 2022 | $70,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640969349100909
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-3854725
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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