The Harris Foundation aims to improve the world for the well-being and safety of plants, animals, and human beings.
The William H. and Mattie Wattis Harris Foundation supports 501(c)(3) organizations in five key areas: Animal Welfare (including sanctuaries, no-kill animal shelters, rescue, adoption, and population control), The Arts (focusing on children’s theater, documentaries, videos, and community outreach), Conservation (emphasizing animal field research, protection of natural resources, conservation education programs, documentaries, videos, and community outreach), Educational Camps (covering environmental, health, and special needs camps), and Preventive Health (concentrating on services for the physically challenged, children’s health, global populations, and women’s health). The foundation prioritizes projects that are innovative, have a far-reaching impact with lasting benefits, demonstrate the organization's ability to achieve goals, and include specific plans for sustainability.