Morris Willner Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Morris Willner Family Foundation is a private foundation in Key Largo, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $674,930 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $650,000. 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$674,930
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$650,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
38% 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 | $109,428 | 16 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 13 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $674,930 | 8 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Morris Willner Family 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 Morris Willner Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York. It also paid $5,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $668,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $720 |
| Florida | 1 | $530 |
| California | 1 | $180 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Ir David | Religious teachings | $650,000 |
| Central Fund of Israel | Aid to help people | $15,000 |
| Ilaney Chesed | Aid to help people | $5,000 |
| Pef Israel Endwoment Funds Inc | Aid to help people | $2,500 |
| One Israel Fund | Aid to help people | $1,000 |
| Bais Menachem Chabad | Religious teachings | $720 |
| Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center | Religious teachings | $530 |
| Shir Hadash Synagogue | Religious teachings | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Morris Willner
Questions people ask
Does Morris Willner Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Morris Willner Family Foundation give?
$674,930 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Morris Willner Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Morris Willner (President).
What does Morris Willner Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.