Marion and Richard Graham Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marion and Richard Graham Foundation is a private foundation in Ft Lauderdale, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 54 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$41.2 million
- New grantees85%
Giving in 2025 was up from $791,000 the year before.
85% 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 | $584,100 | 60 | $35.5 million |
| 2024 | $791,000 | 48 | $37.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 54 | $41.2 million |
How to apply
Marion and Richard Graham 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Marion and Richard Graham Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 21 | $510,000 |
| North Carolina | 4 | $85,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $65,000 |
| New York | 3 | $65,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $60,000 |
| Oregon | 3 | $55,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $50,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $40,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Diety Animal Rescue & Foundation | To fund animal rescue efforts | $40,000 |
| Road Dogs & Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $40,000 |
| Whispering Willows Senior Dog Sanctuary | To fund animal rescue efforts | $40,000 |
| Animal Wonders Inc | To fund animal rescue efforts | $35,000 |
| California Bully Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $30,000 |
| Dog Gone Seattle | To fund animal rescue efforts | $30,000 |
| Downtown Dog Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $30,000 |
| Forgotten Dog Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $30,000 |
| Foxy and the Hounds | To fund animal rescue efforts | $30,000 |
| Grand-Paws Senior Sanctuary | To fund animal rescue efforts | $30,000 |
| Mission Compassion Paw Inc | To fund animal rescue efforts | $30,000 |
| Muddy Paws Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $30,000 |
| SCRD Inc DBA Second Chance Dog Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $30,000 |
| Vintage Pug Senior Sanctuary | To fund animal rescue efforts | $30,000 |
| Brother Wolf Animal Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $25,000 |
| Hearts & Bones Animal Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $25,000 |
| I Stand With My Pack Inc | To fund animal rescue efforts | $25,000 |
| Lily's Legacy Senior Dog Sanctuary | To fund animal rescue efforts | $25,000 |
| Real Time Rescue Inc | To fund animal rescue efforts | $25,000 |
| Sarge's Animal Resuce Foundation | To fund animal rescue efforts | $25,000 |
| White Wiskers Senior Dog Sanctuary | To fund animal rescue efforts | $25,000 |
| A Critter's Chance Inc | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Alive Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Blue Man Dog Inc | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Chihuahua Rescue of San Diego County | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Feline Urgent Rescue of Western North Carolina | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| House Rabbit Network | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Karma Cat Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Kitty Karma of Delray Inc | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Northwest Animal Companions | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Pawsitively Saved Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Precious Pals Pet Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Real Good Dog Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Southern California Bulldog Rescue DBA Socal Bulldog Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Tobie's Small Dog Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $20,000 |
| Ace of Hearts | To fund animal rescue efforts | $15,000 |
| Cherished Tails Senior Sanctuary | To fund animal rescue efforts | $15,000 |
| Epic Outreach | To fund animal rescue efforts | $15,000 |
| For the Birds of Acadiana | To fund animal rescue efforts | $15,000 |
| Forgotten Now Family Rescue | To fund animal rescue efforts | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra D Allen
- Melissa C Disque
- Philip E Disque
Questions people ask
Does Marion and Richard Graham Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marion and Richard Graham Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Marion and Richard Graham Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sandra D Allen (Trustee), Melissa C Disque (Trustee) and Philip E Disque (Trustee).
What does Marion and Richard Graham Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and seniors.