The Donald C. and Laura M. Harrison Family Foundation
Forecasted
The Donald C. and Laura M. Harrison Family Foundation supports underprivileged students through scholarships, educational programs, and research to improve opportunities and help them shape their futures.
Funder: Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (LOI) | July 2027 (Proposal)
Funding Amounts: Initial grants of $5,000–$15,000 per year; consecutive-year awards may be available
Summary: The Harrison Family Foundation supports educational scholarships, programs, and research, primarily improving opportunities for underprivileged students.
Key Information: Applicants must have IRS recognition as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization.
Description
The Donald C. and Laura M. Harrison Family Foundation partners with Greater Cincinnati Foundation to improve educational opportunities and outcomes, primarily for underprivileged students. Established in Cincinnati in 2006 by Donald and Laura Harrison and their children, it has supported programs and facilities at the founders’ colleges and local charitable organizations with educational missions.
The foundation funds educational scholarships, programs, and research, with particular emphasis on seeding and supporting new programs. Its primary initiative is launching innovative programs for primary, secondary, and adult education. It also emphasizes programs serving underprivileged children, youth, adults, and families, with the goal of empowering participants to shape their own futures in the community.
