Morrison Institute for Decentralism
Preselected recipients only
Morrison Institute for Decentralism is a private foundation in Montecito, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,108 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $379 and the largest $10,000. 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$12,108
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$379
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$54,454
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $6,921 the year before.
83% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $32,370 |
| 2024 | $6,921 | 7 | $22,281 |
| 2025 | $12,108 | 6 | $54,454 |
How to apply
Morrison Institute for Decentralism 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $12,108 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Art of Elysium | General operations | $10,000 |
| Santa Barbara Birth Center | General operations | $1,000 |
| Foundation for Living Beauty | General operations | $500 |
| One Thread Collective | General operations | $258 |
| Casa of Santa Barabara County | General operations | $250 |
| United Way of Santa Barbara County | General operations | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Brett Morrison
- Sima Morrison
- James Schneiderman
Questions people ask
Does Morrison Institute for Decentralism accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Morrison Institute for Decentralism give?
$12,108 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $379.
Who runs Morrison Institute for Decentralism?
Its 2025 filing lists Brett Morrison (Chairman/Ceo), Sima Morrison (Secretary/Cfo) and James Schneiderman (Treasurer).