J Ira and Nicki Harris Family
J Ira and Nicki Harris Family is a private foundation based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Its 2024 filing states that it does not conduct direct charitable activities and primarily supports other organizations exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
J Ira and Nicki Harris Family at a glance
In short: J Ira and Nicki Harris Family gave $2.5M across 40 grants in 2024 (avg $63K), top state Michigan. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,524,650
- +21.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 40
- -18.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $63,116
- +48.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $20,771,821
- -11.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Michigan (45% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to J Ira and 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 Cdl 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 and Nicki Harris Family funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Michigan ($1.1M across 2 grants). Together the top 10 received $2.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
93 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 77 grants of 93 (83%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, grant dollars were reported as 45% to Michigan recipients, 38% to New York, 16% to Florida, and 1% to Idaho. Illinois accounted for 0% as reported in the filing.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 40 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How J Ira and Nicki Harris Family gives
- 50% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 226% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 154% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $751K (2022) to $2.5M (2024). In 2024 it made 40 grants totaling $2.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI | General | $1,075,000 |
| NYU Langone Health System New York, NY | General | $750,000 |
| JMH Family Foundation West Palm Beach, FL | General | $150,000 |
| Jacqueline Harris Family Foundation West Palm BCH, FL | General | $100,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County West Palm BCH, FL | General | $52,800 |
| University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI | Stephen M. Ross Athletic Campus Facilities Project | $50,000 |
| Harlem Village Academies New York, NY | General | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces New York, NY | General | $41,500 |
| Des Moines Art Center Idaho, ID | General | $35,000 |
| Central Synagogue New York, NY | General | $31,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20,771,821 | $2,056,333 | $3,117,086 | $2,524,650 | 40 | $2,524,984 | $720,836 | $1,644,702 |
| 2023 | $23,355,656 | $2,008,544 | $2,316,973 | $2,081,450 | 49 | $2,117,722 | $1,037,754 | $1,421,448 |
| 2022 | $3,672,363 | $815,279 | $757,332 | $751,000 | 2 | $755,599 | $278 | $128,037 |
| 2021 | $3,614,416 | $1,069,903 | $779,843 | $775,000 | 2 | — | $253,402 | $128,845 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, J Ira and Nicki Harris Family reported a distributable amount of $1.6M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated primary purpose is to support eligible organizations through contributions. Its 2024 grants include support for universities, a health system, schools, Jewish community organizations, and organizations focused on cancer screening and support and on Israel-related programs.
Some grantees describe their work as follows: Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County says its mission is to strengthen Jewish identity, energize relationships with Israel, and meet human needs that are uniquely the obligation of the Jewish community. Promise Fund of Florida says it works to increase survivorship from breast and cervical cancer by providing support and access to screening, early detection, and treatment. Friends of the Israel Defense Forces says it provides support for the health, well-being, and education of Israel’s protectors. These are grantee descriptions, not stated missions of the foundation.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 40 grants totaling $2,524,650. Grants ranged from $500 to $1,075,000, with a median of $5,000. The largest grants included $1,075,000 to the University of Michigan and $750,000 to NYU Langone Health System. Other notable grants were $150,000 to JMH Family Foundation, $100,000 to Jacqueline Harris Family Foundation, and $52,800 to Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County.
The foundation also gave $50,000 to the University of Michigan for the Stephen M. Ross Athletic Campus Facilities Project, $50,000 to Harlem Village Academies, $41,500 to Friends of the Israel Defense Forces, $35,000 to Des Moines Art Center, and $31,000 to Central Synagogue.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Nicki Harris as president, secretary, and director; Jonathan M. Harris as vice president, treasurer, and director; and Bruce Moskowitz, Craig Shadur, David Moore, and Andrea Newman as directors.
J Ira and Nicki Harris Family is led by Nicki Harris, President, Secretary & Director on every filing since 2021; none of the 6 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Nicki Harris
President, Secretary & Director
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bruce Moskowitz
Director
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Craig Shadur
Director
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Moore
Director
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan M. Harris
Vice President, Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Andrea Newman
Director
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Sherry Barrat (2021–2023) — Director
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 J Ira and Nicki Harris Family
How much does J Ira and Nicki Harris Family give each year?
J Ira and Nicki Harris Family gave $2.5M across 40 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $2.1M across 49 grants.
What is J Ira and Nicki Harris Family's typical grant size?
J Ira and Nicki Harris Family's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $63,116, across 40 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does J Ira and Nicki Harris Family give grants?
J Ira and Nicki Harris Family's top state is Michigan, with 45% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (38%) and Florida (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (10 grants), Palm Beach, FL (7 grants), West Palm BCH, FL (6 grants) and West Palm Beach, FL (3 grants).
Does J Ira and Nicki Harris Family give general operating support?
Yes: 98% of J Ira and Nicki Harris Family's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (39 of 40) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are J Ira and Nicki Harris Family's largest grantees?
J Ira and Nicki Harris Family's largest 2024 grantees include University of Michigan ($1,125,000 across 2 grants), NYU Langone Health System ($750,000) and JMH Family Foundation ($150,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 80% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is J Ira and Nicki Harris Family?
J Ira and Nicki Harris Family reported $20.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.5M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.6M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does J Ira and Nicki Harris Family fund?
The foundation’s stated primary purpose is to support eligible organizations through contributions. Its 2024 grants include support for universities, a health system, schools, Jewish community organizations, and organizations focused on cancer screening and support and on Israel-related programs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from J Ira and 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 and Nicki Harris Family's EIN?
J Ira and Nicki Harris Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 65-0805468. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Does J Ira and 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 October 2026.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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