Morgan Senior Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Morgan Senior Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $51,190 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $16,000. 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$51,190
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$348,295
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was up from $42,755 the year before.
21% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $37,495 | 23 | $318,580 |
| 2023 | $42,755 | 19 | $388,876 |
| 2024 | $51,190 | 19 | $348,295 |
How to apply
Morgan Senior 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 Morgan Senior Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 13 | $48,390 |
| New York | 3 | $1,700 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Art Institute of Chicago | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $16,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $10,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $10,000 |
| Antiquarian Society of the Art Institute | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $3,880 |
| Field Museum of Natural History (Women's Board) | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $2,500 |
| Partners For Progress | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $1,500 |
| The Frick Collection | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $1,500 |
| Alliance Franaise de Chicago | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $1,100 |
| Christ Church | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $1,000 |
| Northwoods Living Care Foundation | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $1,000 |
| St Chrysostom's Episcopal Church | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $1,000 |
| Chicago History Museum | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $650 |
| Night Ministry | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $500 |
| 626 Landmark Foundation | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $200 |
| JP Morgan Library | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $100 |
| Sarah Lawrence College | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $100 |
| WTTW (Window to the World Communications Inc) | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $60 |
| National Park Foundation | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $50 |
| National Trust for Historic Preservation | Unrestricted grant for general purpose | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard J L Senior
- Diana M Senior
- Alden L Senior
- Alicia Senior-Saywell
- Amanda Senior-Kennepohl
Questions people ask
Does Morgan Senior Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Morgan Senior Foundation give?
$51,190 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Morgan Senior Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard J L Senior (President & Director), Diana M Senior (Secretary & Director), Alden L Senior (Treasurer & Director) and Alicia Senior-Saywell (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Morgan Senior Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.