The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44
The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 is a private foundation based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its grantmaking supports organizations, including organizations connected with Christian Science; its 2024 filing lists 16 grants totaling $2,610,000.
The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 at a glance
In short: The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 gave $2.6M across 16 grants in 2024 (avg $163K), top state Florida. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,610,000
- -7.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 16
- -30.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $163,125
- +33.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $87,500
- Total assets
- $53,908,121
- +9.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Florida (38% 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 The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44
- How to Apply
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The foundation’s 2023 filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It lists the contact as ATTN NINA COHEN and says to see the attached materials for the application form, materials, deadlines, and award restrictions.
- Contact
Application contact: Attn Nina Cohen
Mailing address: 1650 Market St Ste 4000, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (215) 419-6000
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The Community Foundation for ($1.0M). Together the top 10 received $2.5M.
Grant Size Distribution
67 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 25 grants of 67 (37%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were reported as 38% to recipients in Florida, 27% in Missouri, 15% in Wyoming, 13% in Michigan, and 3% in California. Other listed 2024 grants went to recipients in Maine.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 gives
- 53% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 44% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 110% 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.8M (2021) to $3.5M (2022). In 2024 it made 16 grants totaling $2.6M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Community Foundation for West Palm Beach, FL | For C.S. FC & Community | $1,000,000 |
| The Blessing Projects Moran, WY | General Charitable Purposes | $400,000 |
| Biblos Foundation Ballwin, MO | General Charitable Purposes | $300,000 |
| The Classical Academy De Lafayette Inc St. Louis, MO | General Charitable Purposes | $150,000 |
| Holly Dickens Festival Holly, MI | Holly Dickens Festival | $135,000 |
| Peace Haven St. Louis, MO | General Charitable Purposes | $100,000 |
| Voices for Children Advocacy Flint, MI | General Charitable Purposes | $100,000 |
| Memory Layne Global Missions Linden, MI | General Charitable Purposes | $100,000 |
| City Academy St. Louis, MO | General Charitable Purposes | $75,000 |
| The Classical Academy De Lafayette Inc St. Louis, MO | General Charitable Purposes | $75,000 |
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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 | $53,908,121 | $8,148,037 | $3,391,527 | $2,610,000 | 16 | $3,140,812 | $7,916,281 | $2,857,517 |
| 2023 | $49,115,523 | $1,373,572 | $3,556,723 | $2,820,000 | 23 | $3,310,443 | $1,627,042 | $2,724,425 |
| 2022 | $51,201,523 | $6,442,020 | $4,225,171 | $3,545,000 | 26 | $3,958,116 | $6,236,539 | $3,013,977 |
| 2021 | $48,244,782 | $1,876,977 | $2,425,569 | $1,815,780 | 1 | — | $1,660,943 | $2,817,460 |
| 2020 | $49,214,184 | $396,603 | $2,821,979 | $2,145,000 | 1 | — | $1,216,889 | $2,617,686 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 reported a distributable amount of $2.9M 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 primary purpose is giving to organizations dedicated to supporting or contributing to the cause of Christian Science. Its 2024 grants also went to organizations whose stated missions include biblical studies, education, services for children affected by abuse, and support for people in remote communities.
For example, the Blessing Projects says it works with small communities and people in remote regions, with a focus on orphans, widows, and at-risk women. Biblos Foundation describes its work as encouraging interest in biblical studies and sharing research. Voices for Children Advocacy says it serves child victims and families affected by abuse and works to enhance children’s lives through education and community involvement.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 16 grants totaling $2,610,000. Grant amounts ranged from $5,000 to $1,000,000, with a median of $87,500.
The largest listed grant was $1,000,000 to a community foundation in West Palm Beach, Florida, for “C.S. FC & COMMUNITY.” Other large grants included $400,000 to the Blessing Projects for general charitable purposes; $300,000 to Biblos Foundation for general charitable purposes; and $150,000 to The Classical Academy De Lafayette Inc for general charitable purposes. Additional listed grants included $135,000 to Holly Dickens Festival and $100,000 each to Peace Haven, Voices for Children Advocacy, and Memory Layne Global Missions.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Paula K Turrentine as chairman/president, Milo I Mott as vice president/treasurer, and Paula M Switzer as vice president/secretary.
The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 is led by Paula K. Turrentine, Chairman & President on every filing since 2020; all 3 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Paula K. Turrentine
Chairman & President
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$70K (2020) → $77K (2024)
Milo I. Mott
Vice President & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$70K (2020) → $77K (2024)
Paula M. Switzer
Vice President & Secretary
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$70K (2020) → $77K (2024)
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $77K, to Paula K Turrentine (Chairman/President). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44
How much does The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 give each year?
The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 gave $2.6M across 16 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $2.8M across 23 grants.
What is The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44's typical grant size?
The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44's median grant in 2024 was $87,500, and its average grant was $163,125, across 16 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 give grants?
The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44's top state is Florida, with 38% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Missouri (27%) and Wyoming (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were St. Louis, MO (4 grants) and Holly, MI (2 grants).
Does The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 give general operating support?
Yes: 75% of The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (12 of 16) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44's largest grantees?
The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44's largest 2024 grantees include The Community Foundation for ($1,000,000), The Blessing Projects ($400,000) and Biblos Foundation ($300,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 65% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44?
The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 reported $53.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $3.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $2.9M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44 fund?
The foundation’s primary purpose is giving to organizations dedicated to supporting or contributing to the cause of Christian Science. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44?
The foundation’s 2023 filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44's EIN?
The Harding Foundation 2108-01-44's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 38-2849003. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 6, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 12, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 5, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 8, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 7, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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