The James B Harrison Foundation

What The James B Harrison Foundation does

The James B. Harrison Foundation is a private nonprofit organization founded in 2012 to advance conservation, outdoor education, and stewardship in Fort Bend and Wharton Counties, Texas. It operates two privately held properties — Harrison-Long Point (650 acres near Brazos Bend State Park) and Harrison-Burr (1,500 acres in Wharton County) — totaling approximately 2,150 acres of conserved land. The properties host diverse habitats including 110 acres of wetlands, three lakes, woodlands, and a 3.5-acre rookery, and support more than 350 combined documented bird species. The Foundation was created by James Burr 'Jim' Harrison, who spent over 50 years restoring the land and planting thousands of trees.

The Foundation's core offerings include the Harrison-Long Point and Harrison-Burr properties, which serve as living classrooms, plus a portfolio of programs: bird watching and nature exploration, annual Christmas Bird Count participation, wildlife research and field studies, TPWD-certified Hunter Education courses, a homeschool-focused Youth Marksmanship Program ($35 per participant), and Scout merit badge workshops. Access is primarily through group reservations for mission-aligned organizations, with seasonal public events open to individuals. The organization integrates with citizen science platforms eBird and iNaturalist for wildlife documentation.

The Foundation's revenue model relies on charitable donations and limited program fees (e.g., $35 per Youth Marksmanship participant). Distribution is via direct website activity requests reviewed by a Charitable Activities Director, plus partnership outreach to schools, conservation groups, Scout troops, and TPWD. Activities are gated by approval, and individual reservations are not offered. The organization is privately held, employs a small team, and does not disclose financial statements.

Name

The James B Harrison Foundation

Legal name

The James B. Harrison Foundation

Website

https://jbhfound.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The James B. Harrison Foundation is a private nonprofit stewarding approximately 2,150 acres of conservation land across two Texas properties, delivering outdoor education, citizen science, and youth programs to mission-aligned schools, Scouts, conservation groups, and government partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Conservation and Outdoor Education Services

NAICS

Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (712190), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (71219), Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations (813312)

akta.pro primary industry

Land Trusts & Protected Areas (BPAGAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wildlife Sanctuaries, Conservation Parks & Reserves (Visitor Operations) (THAAAAAG), Wildlife Interpretation & Education Centers (Visitor Centers, Museums) (THAAAFAG), Environmental Interpretation & Ranger-Led Education Programs (Visitor Education) (THAAAOAJ), Education & Community Programs (Junior Ranger, Citizen Science, School Programs) (THAAAGAK)

Keywords

• Land conservation
• Outdoor education
• Wildlife habitat
• Nature programs
• Youth development

Headquarters

HQ city

Richmond

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Program Fees: The Foundation charges program fees for educational activities such as the Youth Marksmanship Program at $35 per participant, which includes equipment and materials.
2. Donations and Charitable Support: As a foundation, the organization relies on charitable donations and support to fund conservation activities, property maintenance, and educational programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Foundation stewards two privately owned conservation properties—Harrison-Long Point (650 acres) and Harrison-Burr (1,500 acres)—used as living classrooms for outdoor education, wildlife research, conservation, and youth programs. It offers TPWD-certified Hunter Education, the JBH Youth Marksmanship Program for homeschool students, Scout merit badge workshops, Christmas Bird Count participation, and seasonal nature exploration events. Access is provided by group reservation for mission-aligned organizations, with seasonal events open to individuals promoted through an online calendar.

Product overview

The James B. Harrison Foundation operates as a conservation and outdoor education organization managing two private properties—Harrison-Long Point (650 acres) and Harrison-Burr (1,500 acres)—as living classrooms and conservation resources. The Foundation offers a portfolio of programs including bird watching and nature exploration, wildlife research and field studies, Hunter Education (TPWD-certified), a homeschool Youth Marksmanship Program, and Scout programs with merit badge workshops. Seasonal public events and bird counts are offered throughout the year. Access is primarily by group reservation for mission-aligned organizations, with limited individual opportunities. The organization integrates with citizen-science platforms eBird and iNaturalist for wildlife documentation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Harrison-Long Point Property A 650-acre private property near Brazos Bend State Park serving as the Foundation's headquarters, featuring diverse habitats including wetlands, Bald Cypress ponds, woodlands, and a 3.5-acre rookery, used for outdoor education, conservation, wildlife research, and youth programs for mission-aligned organizations.
• Harrison-Burr Property
• Bird Watching and Nature Exploration Programs
• Christmas Bird Count

Quantifiable outcome

• 160+ bird species documented at Harrison-Long Point
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Trail Life Troop TX-0011minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 October 2026Trail Life Troop TX-0011, a youth organization focused on character and leadership development, utilizes Foundation properties for outdoor activities and camping experiences.
• Texas Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie ChapterminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 September 2026The Texas Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter utilizes Foundation properties for Fall 2026 Intern Training Workshop, providing conservation education opportunities for chapter members.
• Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Foundation hosts TPWD Hunter Education programs that combine classroom instruction with hands-on activities, skills demonstrations, and live-fire exercises. Courses promote safe, ethical, and responsible hunting practices and help participants develop knowledge and confidence for a lifetime of safe hunting and outdoor recreation.
• Eagle Scout CandidatesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Foundation partners with Eagle Scout candidates on service projects that develop leadership skills while advancing conservation and outdoor education initiatives on Foundation properties.
• eBirdminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCitizen-science initiative used by visitors and volunteers to document wildlife observations. Data gathered helps monitor species diversity, track wildlife population trends, and evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing conservation practices.
• iNaturalistminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCitizen-science platform used by visitors and volunteers to document wildlife observations across Foundation properties, contributing valuable data for habitat management efforts.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• National Audubon Society (Texas): National bird-focused conservation organization with Texas chapters hosting Christmas Bird Counts, sanctuaries, and education. Overlaps with JBH on citizen science (CBC), bird-focused habitat management, and conservation education programming.
• Ducks Unlimited (Texas): National waterfowl and wetlands conservation organization active in Texas, funding wetland preservation, habitat work, and hunter education. Comparable on wetland habitat management and hunter education programming partnerships.
• The Nature Conservancy in Texas: Large national land trust with a Texas chapter operating preserves, conservation easements, and education programs across the state. Comparable land-conservation model and educational programming at a much broader scale and with deeper institutional funding.

Emerging players

• Native Plant Society of Texas: Texas nonprofit promoting native plant conservation, restoration, and education through chapter programs and field trips. Comparable on habitat-focused education and stewardship, though without JBH's preserved landholdings.

Regional players

• Brazos Bend State Park (TPWD): Adjacent Texas state park with similar prairie, wetland, and rookery habitats offering public wildlife observation and education. Comparable ecosystem and adjacent geography, though operated by TPWD as public-access state park rather than a private nonprofit reserve.
• Galveston Bay Foundation: Texas-based nonprofit focused on Galveston Bay watershed conservation, education, and habitat restoration. Comparable in education, habitat stewardship, and donor-supported nonprofit structure, though focused on estuarine rather than inland prairie/wetland ecosystems.

Direct peers

• Armand Bayou Nature Center: Houston-area urban wilderness preserve offering wildlife observation, environmental education, school field trips, scout programs, and citizen science. Closely comparable operating model of a single-site nature preserve hosting group reservations and seasonal public events.
• Bayou Land Conservancy: Houston-region land trust preserving land along Spring Creek and surrounding watersheds for conservation and education. Operates nearby JBH and shares the same Houston-metro catchment for school field trips, scout programs, and habitat-based education.
• Katy Prairie Conservancy: Conservancy focused on preserving the Katy Prairie west of Houston, with public programs, field studies, and habitat management. Overlaps with JBH on Texas coastal prairie conservation, outdoor education, and visitor programming for mission-aligned groups.
• Texas Land Conservancy: Texas-focused land trust that protects natural and agricultural lands through conservation easements and fee ownership. Directly comparable to JBH's land-conservation mission and geographic focus on Texas, with similar reliance on donations and member-supported stewardship.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

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