The Lluella Morey Murphey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lluella Morey Murphey Foundation is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $415,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$415,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$11.4 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $390,000 the year before.
32% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $390,000 | 15 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $390,000 | 19 | $10.6 million |
| 2025 | $415,000 | 19 | $11.4 million |
How to apply
The Lluella Morey Murphey 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 The Lluella Morey Murphey Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $415,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Huntington Hospital | Program support | $75,000 |
| Northridge Hospital Foundation | Program support | $42,000 |
| Henry E Huntington Library & Art Gallery | Program support | $40,000 |
| St Anne's | Program support | $40,000 |
| Many Mansions | Program support | $30,000 |
| Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary School | Program support | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic | Program support | $25,000 |
| Uc San Diego Foundation | Program support | $20,000 |
| St Johns Healthcare Foundation | Program support | $18,000 |
| Five Acres | Program support | $15,000 |
| Friends in Deed | Program support | $15,000 |
| Housing Works of California | Program support | $15,000 |
| Union Station | Program support | $15,000 |
| Conejo Valley Food Bank | Program support | $10,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul Assumption BVM - Conference | Program support | $10,000 |
| Ability First | Program support | $5,000 |
| Pasadena Community Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
| Villa Esperanza Services | Program support | $5,000 |
| Wayfinder Family Services | Program support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen Jones
- Dale Pelch
- Karl I Swaidan
Questions people ask
Does The Lluella Morey Murphey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lluella Morey Murphey Foundation give?
$415,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Lluella Morey Murphey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen Jones (Trustee), Dale Pelch (Trustee) and Karl I Swaidan (Trustee).
What does The Lluella Morey Murphey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and education.