Hard Foundation
Hard Foundation is a private foundation, based in Brooklyn, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $525K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $30K.
Hard Foundation at a glance
In short: Hard Foundation gave $30K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $30K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $30,000
- +50.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- -50.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $30,000
- +200.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $30,000
- Total assets
- $525,000
- +5.0% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Hard Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Kane Street Synagogue ($30K).
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 5 grants of 5 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How Hard Foundation gives
- In 2024 it paid out 151% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $20K (2023) to $30K (2024). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $30K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kane Street Synagogue Brooklyn, NY | The mission of the Kane Street Synagogue is to create an inclusive community that brings the wisdom of Jewish tradition to all, regardless of background, with a focus on social justice, education, and spiritual growth. It aims to be a place for people of all Jewish backgrounds, including secular, traditional, and interfaith families, to find a home. The mission is supported by various programs and initiatives, including social justice committees, educational programs for all ages, and community support systems. | $30,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $525,000 | $55,000 | $30,000 | $30,000 | 1 | $30,000 | $19,803 |
| 2023 | $500,000 | $20,000 | $20,000 | $20,000 | 2 | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| 2022 | $500,000 | $25,000 | $25,000 | $25,000 | 2 | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| 2021 | $500,000 | $500,000 | — | — | — | — | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Hard Foundation reported a distributable amount of $20K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Hard Foundation is led by Daniel Harris, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Daniel Harris
President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Amanda Harris
Director
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Pamela L. Grutman
Director
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Hard Foundation
How much does Hard Foundation give each year?
Hard Foundation gave $30K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $20K across 2 grants.
How large is Hard Foundation?
Hard Foundation reported $525K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $30K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $20K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
Where does Hard Foundation operate?
Hard Foundation has awarded grants in New York.
What is Hard Foundation's EIN?
Hard Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-4805047. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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