The Morf Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Morf Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.7 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.7 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.0 million the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 | $2.0 million | 8 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $3.7 million | 13 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
The Morf 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 Morf Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $2.5 million |
| New York | 2 | $1.1 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Motion Picture & Television Fund | General support | $1.0 million |
| New York University | General support | $1.0 million |
| The Film Foundation | General support | $500,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Los Angeles | General support | $250,000 |
| Friends of the British Film Institute | General support | $250,000 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic Association | General support | $150,000 |
| Uclfaa Inc | General support | $150,000 |
| Directors Guild Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| American Film Institute | General support | $100,000 |
| La Family Housing | General support | $50,000 |
| My Friend's Place | General support | $50,000 |
| The American Friends of the Royal Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| School for Ethics and Global Leadership | General support | $40,000 |
Officers and trustees
- C Nolan
- E Nolan
Questions people ask
Does The Morf Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Morf Foundation give?
$3.7 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs The Morf Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists C Nolan (President) and E Nolan (Secretary, Treasurer).
What does The Morf Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.