Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation
The Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation is a private foundation based in Melrose, Massachusetts. Its 2024 filing is marked as a final return, so the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation at a glance
In short: Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation gave $1.3M across 3 grants in 2024 (avg $431K), top state Ohio. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,291,772
- +3814.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 3
- -76.9% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $430,591
- +16862.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $427,839
- Primary geography
- Ohio (34% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Its 2024 filing is marked as a final return.
- Contact
Mailing address: C/O Df Breen Llc PO Box 760954, Melrose, MA 02176
Phone: (781) 979-0086
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
126 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 123 grants of 126 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Ohio (34%), Massachusetts (33%), and Maine (32%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation gives
- Giving grew 469% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $33K (2023) to $1.3M (2024). In 2024 it made 3 grants totaling $1.3M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 3 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $1,291,772 |
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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 | — | $4,209 | $1,294,549 | $1,291,772 | 3 | $1,291,772 | $1,432 | $59,555 |
| 2023 | $690,350 | $68,786 | $37,544 | $33,000 | 13 | $33,000 | $64,242 | $55,544 |
| 2022 | $660,319 | $66,185 | $177,492 | $172,500 | 26 | $172,500 | $62,678 | $62,141 |
| 2021 | $751,372 | $190,919 | $232,125 | $227,000 | 38 | $227,886 | $186,680 | $52,763 |
| 2020 | $788,128 | $132,122 | $228,964 | $223,500 | 46 | — | $128,116 | $64,961 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation reported a distributable amount of $60K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations whose own descriptions identify them as supporting philanthropy and grantmaking: American Endowment Foundation says it works to expand the capacity of American philanthropy throughout the financial services industry; Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund describes itself as a public charity that makes grants on behalf of individuals and families with donor-advised funds; and Maine Community Foundation describes its work as bringing people and resources together to build a better Maine through strategic giving, community leadership, and local expertise.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported three grants totaling $1,291,772. Grant amounts ranged from $418,394 to $445,539, with a median of $427,839. Each grant was listed for general uses:
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Katrin O Robertson, Eric M Oddleifson, and Christina Oddleifson as trustees.
Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Christina Oddleifson
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Eric M. Oddleifson
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Katrin O. Robertson
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Janna Oddleifson (2020–2021) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation
How much does Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation give each year?
Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation gave $1.3M across 3 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $33K across 13 grants.
What is Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation's typical grant size?
Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $427,839, and its average grant was $430,591, across 3 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation give grants?
Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation's top state is Ohio, with 34% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Massachusetts (33%) and Maine (32%).
Does Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (3 of 3) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What does Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation reported a distributable amount of $60K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation's EIN?
Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-6820699. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS July 20, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS September 17, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 13, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work Marjorie Harris Reynolds Foundation funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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