Jay & Sandra Harris Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyNew York, New York · EIN 13-3389570 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$118K
Organizations funded24
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$287K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
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
50% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent Library Association | Kent, CT | General use | $40,600 |
| Bard College | Annandaleonhudson, NY | General use | $25,000 |
| Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens | Washington Depot, CT | General use | $10,000 |
| The Frick Collection | New York, NY | General use | $9,650 |
| New York Historical Society | New York, NY | General usegeneral use | $7,500 |
| Central Synagogue | New York, NY | General use | $5,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | New York, NY | General use | $2,500 |
| Washington Montessori School | New Preston, CT | General use | $2,500 |
| Kent Land Trust | Kent, CT | General use | $2,000 |
| Carl Schurz Park Conservancy | New York, NY | General use | $1,500 |
| Entertainment Community Fund | New York, NY | General use | $1,500 |
| After School Arts Program Inc (Asap) | Washington Depot, CT | General use | $1,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | New York, NY | General use | $1,000 |
| Gunn Memorial Library Inc | Washington, CT | General use | $1,000 |
| Hollister House Garden | Washington, CT | General use | $1,000 |
| Musicians Foundation | New York, NY | General use | $1,000 |
| Neue Galerie | New York, NY | General use | $1,000 |
| The Actors Temple | New York, NY | General use | $1,000 |
| The Farmer's Table | New Canaan, CT | General use | $1,000 |
| Bantam Cinema & Arts Center | Bantam, CT | General use | $500 |
| Greenwoods Counseling & Referrals Inc | Litchfield, CT | General use | $500 |
| Sherman Chamber Ensemble | Sherman, CT | General use | $500 |
| St John's Episcopal Church | Washington, CT | General use | $500 |
| Sevenars Concerts Inc | New York, NY | General use | $300 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $118,050 | 24 |
| 2024 | $98,350 | 22 |
| 2023 | $59,400 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601319349101510
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-3389570
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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