Each year, online applications must be submitted before March 15th, June 15th, September 15th, or December 15th to qualify for end-of-quarter distributions.

Our committee will review the application and make initial funding recommendations on all submitted requests. Funding is limited, so we must often choose between giving smaller amounts to applicants or giving them nothing at all. Therefore, the committee reserves the right to adjust the amount awarded to each organization without prior notice.

All applications for funding are subject to review of the organization’s reputation and activities and its agreement to comply with applicable terms and conditions. Submission of an application does not guarantee funding. Funding exclusions include: organizations that deny service, membership or other involvement on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran, or disability status.

Organizations will be notified of any decision via e-mail. If an organization is approved, a check will be mailed directly to the recipient’s address for the organization. Please allow two to three weeks for delivery. All funding decisions are final.

How much time you should allow?

We review applications and distribute funds on a quarterly basis. Please plan ahead to submit your request 6 months prior to your funding deadline. Your organization should hear from Harris Charities within four weeks upon receipt of your application. If there is a need for additional information, Harris Charities will contact your organization directly.

Applicants should allow 3 to 6 months between their application and the sponsored event. This allows time for our committee to evaluate, make selections, and respond to each request. Selected recipients should be prepared to wait until the end of the calendar quarter for contribution checks to be processed and mailed.