J Ira & Nicki Harris Family
J Ira & Nicki Harris Family is a private foundation based in West Palm Beach, Florida. It supports other organizations exempt under Section 501(c)(3) through contributions and states that it does not conduct direct charitable activities.
J Ira & Nicki Harris Family at a glance
In short: J Ira & Nicki Harris Family gave $1.8M across 68 grants in 2022 (avg $26K), top state New York. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $1,793,050
- Grants made (2022)
- 68
- Average grant
- $26,368
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $21,503,818
- -8.8% vs 2021
- Primary geography
- New York (45% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2022; updated October 2026.
How to apply to J Ira & Nicki Harris Family
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: Co Eag 505 S Flagler Dr 900, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Phone: (561) 832-9292
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who J Ira & Nicki Harris Family funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was Suffield Academy ($300K). Together the top 10 received $1.3M.
Grant Size Distribution
68 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 61 grants of 68 (90%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2022, grant dollars went to recipients in New York (45%), Michigan (18%), Connecticut (17%), Florida (17%), and Massachusetts (2%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 68 itemized grants.
Cities
How J Ira & Nicki Harris Family gives
- In 2022 it paid out 123% 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
In 2022 it made 68 grants totaling $1.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Suffield Academy Suffield, CT | General | $300,000 |
| New York University (NYU) School of Medicine New York, NY | General | $250,000 |
| The University of Michigan - Ross School of Business Ann Arbor, MI | General | $250,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces New York, NY | General | $204,000 |
| The University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI | General | $62,400 |
| Young Adult Institute Inc New York, NY | General | $61,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County West Palm Beach, FL | General | $55,000 |
| Solomon R Guggenheim Foundation New York, NY | General | $44,500 |
| Norton Museum of Art West Palm Beach, FL | General | $31,250 |
| Central Synagogue New York, NY | General | $27,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $21,503,818 | $2,402,991 | $1,951,984 | $1,793,050 | 68 | $1,793,694 | $2,264,221 | $1,457,518 |
| 2021 | $23,573,245 | $4,288,328 | $65,361 | — | — | — | $1,902,669 | $1,299,032 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, J Ira & Nicki Harris Family reported a distributable amount of $1.5M for 2022 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation says its primary purpose is to support other 501(c)(3) organizations through contributions. Its 2022 grants included educational, medical, cultural, community, and other organizations; the filing lists each grant’s purpose as “general.”
Examples of grantees’ stated missions illustrate the range of organizations supported. Suffield Academy describes itself as an independent secondary school serving day and boarding students. Young Adult Institute says it provides person-centered supports and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Norton Museum of Art says it offers visitors encounters with art through programs and collections, while the Town of Palm Beach United Way describes its work as investing in programs focused on education, income, and health.
Grantmaking
In 2022, the foundation reported 68 grants totaling $1,793,050. Grant amounts ranged from $400 to $300,000, with a median of $10,000. The largest grants included $300,000 to Suffield Academy; $250,000 each to NYU School of Medicine and the University of Michigan–Ross School of Business; and $204,000 to Friends of the Israel Defense Forces. Other grants included $62,400 to the University of Michigan, $61,000 to Young Adult Institute, and $55,000 to the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2022 filing lists J Ira Harris (deceased) as director and president; Nicki Harris as director, vice president, and secretary; and Jonathan Harris as director and treasurer. It also lists David Moore, Bruce Moskowitz, and Craig Shadur as directors, and Sherry Barrat as executive director.
J Ira & Nicki Harris Family is led by Sherry Barrat, Executive Director on every filing since 2021; none of the 7 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Sherry Barrat
Executive Director
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
J. Ira Harris Dec'd
Director & President
New on the 2022 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bruce Moskowitz
Director
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Craig Shadur
Director
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Moore
Director
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan Harris
Director & Treasurer
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nicki Harris
Director, Vice President & Secretary
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: J. Ira Harris (2021) — Director & President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2022. "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 J Ira & Nicki Harris Family
How much does J Ira & Nicki Harris Family give each year?
J Ira & Nicki Harris Family gave $1.8M across 68 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is J Ira & Nicki Harris Family's typical grant size?
J Ira & Nicki Harris Family's median grant in 2022 was $10,000, and its average grant was $26,368, across 68 grants on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does J Ira & Nicki Harris Family give grants?
J Ira & Nicki Harris Family's top state is New York, with 45% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Michigan (18%) and Connecticut (17%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (25 grants), West Palm Beach, FL (10 grants), Palm Beach, FL (8 grants) and Ann Arbor, MI (3 grants).
Does J Ira & Nicki Harris Family give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of J Ira & Nicki Harris Family's 2022 grants with a stated purpose (68 of 68) were for general or operating support, per its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are J Ira & Nicki Harris Family's largest grantees?
J Ira & Nicki Harris Family's largest 2022 grantees include Suffield Academy ($300,000), New York University (NYU) School of Medicine ($250,000) and The University of Michigan - Ross School of Business ($250,000), according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 45% of its itemized 2022 grant dollars.
How large is J Ira & Nicki Harris Family?
J Ira & Nicki Harris Family reported $21.5M in total assets on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.8M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.5M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does J Ira & Nicki Harris Family fund?
The foundation says its primary purpose is to support other 501(c)(3) organizations through contributions. Its 2022 grants included educational, medical, cultural, community, and other organizations; the filing lists each grant’s purpose as “general.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from J Ira & Nicki Harris Family?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is J Ira & Nicki Harris Family's EIN?
J Ira & Nicki Harris Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-0818520. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2022.
Does J Ira & Nicki Harris Family accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2022
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