The Harnish Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation established in 2005 and based in Tukwila, Washington. As a 501(c)(3) organization, the foundation operates as a family foundation with a volunteer board of directors and no paid staff.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$5.0M
+20.0% YoY
Grant Count
62
+51.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$80K
-20.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission is to make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and to enrich their quality of life within HGI territories of Washington, Alaska, North Dakota, Wyoming, and Montana.
Primary funding areas include:
- Education
- Health
- Human Services
- Sports and Recreation
- Philanthropy and Grantmaking
Grantmaking
The foundation made 24 grants in 2024, with recent recipients including Child Bridge ($280,000), Camp Korey ($250,000), and Eastside Academy ($230,000). In 2023, the foundation made 41 grants totaling approximately $4.2 million.
Grant Range
$5,000–$650,000
Average Grant
approximately $84,200–$425 (varies by reporting year)
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds initiatives in Washington, Alaska, North Dakota, Wyoming, and Montana. However, grants have also been awarded to organizations in California, Texas, and other states across the United States.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (2024):
- Total Assets: $99,155,602
- Total Revenues: $18,082,348
- Total Expenses: $5,279,092
- Total Giving: $4,964,750
Assets & Revenue (2023):
- Total Assets: $79.5 million
- Total Revenues: $13.9 million
- Total Expenses: $4.3 million
Investment Income: The foundation receives investment income and dividends, which contributed $2,040,814 in 2024.
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
180 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Child Bridge ($280,000), Camp Korey ($250,000), Habitat for Humanity - Seattleking County ($250,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ACADEMY FOR PRECISION LEARNING SEATTLE, WA | STEM INSTRUCTOR SALARY | $60,000 |
| AMARA SEATTLE, WA | FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES PROGRAM | $50,000 |
| ATWORK BELLEVUE, WA | COMMUNITY INCLUSION, SCHOOL-TO-WORK, EMPLOYMENT SERVICES | $10,000 |
| BACON FAMILY FOUNDATION MEDINA, WA | EQUIPMENT CAMPAIGN - BELLEVUE FIRE FOUNDATION | $25,000 |
| BALLARD FOOD BANK SEATTLE, WA | COMMUNITY RESOURCE HUB | $25,000 |
| BAR X PROJECT BERLIN, NJ | MATCHING DONATION FOR 2025 VETERAN CAMPS | $25,000 |
| BEACON HILL ANCHORAGE, AK | CAREPORTAL, FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER, SAFE FAMILIES FOR CHILDREN | $100,000 |
| BIG SKY BRAVERY BOZEMAN, MT | OPERATIONAL SUPPORT | $50,000 |
| CAMP KOREY MOUNT VERNON, WA | GROW INVOICE - RAISE THE PADDLE MATCH, GENERAL OPERATING FUNDS | $250,000 |
| CANCER LIFELINE SEATTLE, WA | NO-COST COUNSELING PROGRAM | $50,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Board Members:
- John J. Harnish – Chairman
- Jennifer C. Harnish – President
- Katherine A. Harnish – VP/Director
- John W. Harnish – Director
- Troy Hickey – Director
- Ewelina Hickey – Director
- Elena Harnish – Director
- Brian Heeb – Director
- Dean Blackford – Director
Staff:
- Rebecca Schaechter – Executive Director
All board members serve without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOHN J HARNISH | CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| JENNIFER C HARNISH | PRESIDENT | 12 | — |
| KATHERINE A HARNISH | VP/DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BRIAN HEEB | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| JOHN W HARNISH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TROY HICKEY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| EWELINA HICKEY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ELENA HARNISH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DEAN BLACKFORD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has supported various initiatives including victim crime care programs, veteran rites programs, K-5 mentorship programs, and Rainier Scholar sponsorships. Recent grants have supported organizations focused on family services, youth development, housing programs, and community engagement.
The Hanger Foundation Awards Over $150,000 in Final Round of Grants to completeSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Harnish Foundation fund?
The foundation's mission is to make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and to enrich their quality of life within HGI territories of Washington, Alaska, North Dakota, Wyoming, and Montana. Primary funding areas include: • Education • Health • Human Services • Sports and Recreation • Philanthropy and Grantmaking
How do I apply for a grant from Harnish Foundation?
**Grant Characteristics:** • Typical grant range: $5,000–$650,000 • Median grant size: $50,000 • Average grant size: approximately $84,200–$425 (varies by reporting year) **Recent Activity:** The foundation made 24 grants in 2024, with recent recipients including Child Bridge ($280,000), Camp Korey ($250,000), and Eastside Academy ($230,000). In 2023, the foundation made 41 grants totaling approximately $4.2 million. **Application Process:** The foundation is currently revising its application …
Where does Harnish Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds initiatives in Washington, Alaska, North Dakota, Wyoming, and Montana. However, grants have also been awarded to organizations in California, Texas, and other states across the United States.
What size grants does Harnish Foundation award?
In 2024, Harnish Foundation awarded 62 grants totaling $5.0M — an average of about $80K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Harnish Foundation's EIN?
Harnish Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 38-3730146. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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