Cortez A Murdock Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cortez A Murdock Foundation is a private foundation in Scotts Valley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,500 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $24,750 and the largest $31,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$49,500
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$24,750
- Largest grant$31,500
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $51,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $36,000 | 2 | $1.0 million |
| 2023 | $40,000 | 2 | $907,097 |
| 2024 | $51,000 | 2 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $49,500 | 2 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Cortez A Murdock Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Cortez A Murdock Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $31,500 |
| California | 1 | $18,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jeanetter Rankin Women's Scholadship Fund | Scholarship grant | $31,500 |
| Csun Foundation Cam Scholarship Fund | Scholarship fund | $18,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Olerich
Questions people ask
Does Cortez A Murdock Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cortez A Murdock Foundation give?
$49,500 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $24,750.
Who runs Cortez A Murdock Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary Olerich (Trustee).
What does Cortez A Murdock Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.