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HARRISON EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INCORPORATED

HARRISON, NY · EIN 133895508 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE T30 · Philanthropy & Grantmaking · Micro (<$100K) · harrisoned.org
revenue
$61K
expenses
$63K
net assets
$44K
employees
mission · from form 990

THE HARRISON EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION ENCOURAGES EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION BY GENERATING AND DISTRIBUTING PRIVATE FUNDS FOR CURRICULUM ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS TO BENEFIT THE STUDENTS OF THE HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. THE FOUNDATION SEEKS TO ACHIEVE ITS GOALS BY PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR CREATIVE TEACHING AND LEARNING EXPERIENCES AND BY ENCOURAGING COMMUNITY AND DISTRICT PARTNERSHIPS.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Harrison Educational Foundation supports students in the Harrison Central School District by funding curriculum enrichment programs that go beyond the standard school budget. It raises private donations to award grants for innovative teaching projects, technology upgrades, and experiential learning opportunities across six schools. Founded in 1994, the foundation operates as a community-driven nonprofit led by parent volunteers.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Classroom Enrichment Grants
Provides funding for teachers and administrators to implement innovative projects in curriculum, technology, arts, and physical education across the district
College Tours Program
Supports guidance department-led college visits to increase access and motivation for students, especially those from financially disadvantaged families
Design and Technology Expansion
Finances equipment upgrades for design, engineering, and tech education programs, including 3D printers, robotics, and large-format printers
Flexible Seating Initiative
Funds adaptable classroom furniture in elementary schools to improve student engagement, attention, and motivation
Student Led Writing Center
Peer-supported writing center at Harrison High School where students receive feedback and assistance from fellow students
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • College Access and Success Support 1 activity
    • Funding college access and guidance programs
      Supports college readiness by funding college tours and campus visits, particularly for financially disadvantaged and bilingual students and families, to increase post-secondary education exposure and access.
  • Teacher & Classroom Innovation Grants 1 activity
    • Funding curriculum enrichment grants for Harrison Central School District students
      Provides grants to school administrators and teachers for special projects and programs that extend beyond the school budget, distributing over 100 grants and up to $15,000 annually in enrichment funding for students in the Harrison Central School District.
  • Educational Technology Access and Support 1 activity
    • Funding direct educational materials and equipment for K–12 programs
      Finances the purchase of instructional materials, technology, and specialized equipment across K–12 schools, including 3D printers, audio recording systems, robotics kits, calculators, e-books, air filtration systems, and large-format printers to support STEM, arts, special education, and remote learning initiatives.
  • Literacy Program Funding 1 activity
    • Funding literacy and foundational learning resources
      Provides funding for classroom library books, take-home literacy kits for K–2 students, and supplemental digital learning tools like Dreambox Learning to support early reading, spelling, and mathematics instruction aligned with IB certification goals.
  • Music Education Support 1 activity
    • Funding music, arts, and technical theatre enhancements
      Finances equipment and program expansions in music and theatre education, including ukuleles for middle school music classes, technical theatre audio recording gear, and flexible seating and visual learning tools in arts classrooms.
  • Youth Sports Access and Equipment Support 1 activity
    • Funding physical education and wellness programs
      Supports student health and fitness through targeted funding for physical education initiatives, including inline skating programs, TRX Suspension trainers, portable cardio equipment, and archery programs at Harrison High School and LMK.
  • Teacher Professional Development 1 activity
    • Funding teacher professional development
      Finances training and capacity-building for elementary school teachers to support the implementation of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$61K
Contributions & grants$58K96%
Program service revenue
Investment income$50%
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$63K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out$38K
balance sheet
Total assets$52K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$44K
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -8.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 8
  • CHRISSY HAZELTON — TRUSTEE
  • HUNTER BROWN — TRUSTEE
  • JAMES P FLYNN — TRUSTEE
  • JAYMEE HURVITZ — TRUSTEE
  • JENNIFER LEWIS — TRUSTEE
  • REGINA SALEMO — TRUSTEE
  • SARI BERNARDO — TRUSTEE
  • SHAUN ROWATT — TRUSTEE
relationships · 8

Who they work with

  • Harrison Central School District Government — Primary beneficiary of grants and enrichment programs funded by HEF.
  • Harrison Central School District Partner — Primary educational partner for grantmaking and program implementation.
  • Harrison Central School District Partner — Primary educational partner for which HEF funds academic enrichment programs across all six schools.
  • Harrison Central School District Partner — Primary partner for funding curriculum enrichment and educational programs.
  • Harrison High School Partner — Recipient of grants for academic, arts, and physical education programs including archery, design tech, and college tours.
  • Larchmont Manor School Partner — Recipient of grants for programs including Skate in School, general music, and PE enhancements.
  • Microsoft Partner — Appears as a named supporter or donor on the list of contributors
  • lisasiega@me.com Partner — Receives copies of grant applications, indicating administrative or operational collaboration.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Community-School District Partnerships
    methodology: community-district_partnerships
    By fostering partnerships between the community and school district, we advance educational excellence because collaborative relationships expand resources and support innovative teaching and learning experiences.
  • Curriculum Enrichment Grantmaking
    methodology: curriculum_enrichment_grantmaking
    By providing private funding for curriculum enrichment programs, we enhance educational opportunities and support student success because access to enriched academic experiences improves engagement and learning outcomes.
  • First-Submitted Grant Review Process
    methodology: first-submitted grant review
    By using a first-submitted review process for small grants, we ensure timely funding decisions because prioritizing early applications reduces delays and enables schools to plan enrichment activities independent of fluctuating district budgets.