The Morris Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Morris Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $765,140 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $169,640. 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$765,140
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$169,640
- Assets$11.7 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $617,259 the year before.
17% 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 | $617,259 | 20 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $765,140 | 22 | $11.7 million |
How to apply
The Morris 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 Morris Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 11 | $474,640 |
| New York | 7 | $213,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey Inc | General & Unrestricted | $169,640 |
| Valley Hospital Foundation | Capital Fund for the New Valley Hospital - Naming of the Rooftop Garden | $85,000 |
| Sharsheret Inc | Commitment to Sharsheret Israel Match | $75,000 |
| Sibs Place Inc | Charitable Event | $63,500 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | Abrams Family Giving Fund | $50,000 |
| Threefold Educational Foundation & School | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Sibs Place Inc | Charitable Event | $42,000 |
| Hillel the Foundation for Jewish Campus Life | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Sharsheret Inc | Naming of the Peer Support Network | $30,000 |
| Hackensack Meridian Health Inc | Child Life Sibling Program at the Joseph M. Sanazri Children's Hospital | $25,000 |
| Sibs Place Inc | Building Campaign Pledge | $25,000 |
| Valley Hospital Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Tec | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Itrek Inc | Israel Legal Fellowship | $20,000 |
| Chabad Lubavitch of Northwest Bergen County Inc | General & Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| Jewish Home Foundation of North Jersey Inc | Boneh Olam | $12,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | For the fight against antisemitism both on campus and in the classroom | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| City Harvest Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Community Food Bank of New Jersey Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Environment America Research and Policy Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Table to Table Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joshua Abrams
Questions people ask
Does The Morris Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Morris Foundation give?
$765,140 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Morris Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joshua Abrams (Pres, Dir, Sec).
What does The Morris Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and environment and conservation.