Harris Foundation Grant

Harris Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: William H & Mattie Wattis Harris Foundation
Amount: Up to US $10,000
Last Updated: January 16, 2026

Summary

The Harris Foundation Grant, offered by the William H. and Mattie Wattis Harris Foundation, aims to support 501(c)(3) organizations in areas such as the arts, conservation, educational camps, preventative health, and wildlife protection. The foundation seeks innovative projects that address root causes and have lasting impact. Notably, it does not support political lobbying, religious organizations, or scholarships for individuals. This grant provides an opportunity for organizations to secure funding for impactful initiatives.

Overview

Mission Statement The Harris Foundation envisions making the world a better place for the well-being and safety of plants, animals and human beings. Areas of Support The Arts. Youth as participants and/or as audiences.Conservation. Forests, rivers, lakes, wetlands, deserts.Educational Camps. Primarily youth, except for unique camps.Preventative Health. Humans only, and any ages.Wildlife and Large Animals. All wildlife. Raptors, Birds. Horses, etc. The Harris Foundation does fund operating budgets.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Organizations that qualify for 501(c)(3) status.The Directors consider projects for funding which identify root causes and develop innovative solutions.  Other criteria for funding are as followsThat the project have a far reaching impact with lasting benefits.That the organization be able to fulfill the goals set, and there are specific plans for continuing the work started by this project.

Ineligibility

Areas of non-support:Candidates for public officeChurches, Mosques, SynagoguesBuilding funds or capital improvements / Construction projectsLegal defense fundsLobbying organizations / Political issues or Political partiesPrivate foundations OR Private schoolsReligious organizationsScholarships to individualsStudent loansRoad improvements