Murphy Charitable Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Murphy Charitable Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ankeny, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $508,200 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $30,750 and the largest $145,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$508,200
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$30,750
- Largest grant$145,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $567,250 the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 | $567,250 | 11 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $508,200 | 12 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael P Murphy PO Box 667, Ankeny, IA 50021 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (515) 490-7019, mike.murphy@powerhousenow.com |
| What to submit | Request must be in writing. |
| Deadlines | Requests must be received prior to December 31. |
| Restrictions | No restrictions are in place. |
What Murphy Charitable Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 9 | $384,200 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $23,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Food Bank of Iowa | Provide meals to Iowans in need. | $145,000 |
| West Virginia University Foundation | Support athletes under promotional strategy. | $100,000 |
| Cyclone Regional Training Center | Student athlete performance center. | $85,000 |
| We Will Collective | Support athletes under promotional strategy. | $50,000 |
| Twin Lakes Golf Course | Sustain golf activities. | $32,200 |
| Wartburg College | Exercise science facility and scholarship. | $31,500 |
| Hope Lutheran Church | Support church operation and activities. | $30,000 |
| Powerhouse Foundation | Provides meals to low income families. | $23,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Provide assistance to those going through cancer. | $7,500 |
| Polk City Community Foundation | Improving quality of life in Polk City. | $2,500 |
| Children's Tumor Foundation | Support to drive research, expand knowledge and advance care for NF community. | $1,000 |
| Waterloo Christian School | Support educational programs. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Murphy
- Miranda S Murphy
- Megan J Murphy
- Riley R Murphy
Questions people ask
Does Murphy Charitable Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Requests must be received prior to December 31..
How much does Murphy Charitable Family Foundation give?
$508,200 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $30,750.
Who runs Murphy Charitable Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Murphy (Ceo), Miranda S Murphy (Director), Megan J Murphy (Director) and Riley R Murphy (Director).
What does Murphy Charitable Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and science and research.