Joseph and Alberta Murphy Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph and Alberta Murphy Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Melbourne Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $123,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$123,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$116,011
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $80,000 the year before.
26% 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 | $82,000 | 18 | $258,406 |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 17 | $199,766 |
| 2025 | $123,000 | 19 | $116,011 |
How to apply
Joseph and Alberta Murphy Charitable 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 Joseph and Alberta Murphy Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $60,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 2 | $17,500 |
| Michigan | 2 | $12,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sudents for Life | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $20,000 |
| St Athanasius | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $15,000 |
| Holy Cross | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $15,000 |
| Men of Melchizedek | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $10,000 |
| Cardinal Newman | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $10,000 |
| Ave Maria University | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $10,000 |
| St Vinvent DePaul Regional Seminary | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Childrens Ministry | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| Bella Health & Wellness | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| St Sebastian Church | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $3,000 |
| Food for the Poor | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $2,500 |
| Catholic Charities | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $2,500 |
| Catholics Come Home | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $2,500 |
| Covenant House | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $2,500 |
| Discalced Carmelite Nuns | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $2,500 |
| St Paul Center | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $2,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of Mary | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $2,000 |
| World Villages for Children | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $2,000 |
| Feed the Children | Unrestricted Charitable Donation | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Nickler
Questions people ask
Does Joseph and Alberta Murphy Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph and Alberta Murphy Charitable Foundation give?
$123,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Joseph and Alberta Murphy Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Nickler (Trustee).
What does Joseph and Alberta Murphy Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.