The Maurice Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Maurice Foundation is a private foundation in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In tax year 2023 it gave $703,835 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $3,390 and the largest $606,275. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$703,835
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$3,390
- Largest grant$606,275
- Assets$0
How to apply
The Maurice 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 The Maurice Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 12 | $648,033 |
| Illinois | 9 | $29,390 |
| Florida | 4 | $11,890 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,722 |
| New York | 1 | $4,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,800 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation | Endowment | $606,275 |
| Mount Vernon-Lisbon Community Theatre | General operating budget | $5,724 |
| Mount Vernon Area Arts Council | General operating budget | $5,722 |
| Mount Vernon Historic Preservation Commission--City of Mount Vernon Iowa | General operating budget | $5,722 |
| University of Northern Colorado Foundation | Geology department | $5,722 |
| Crisis Center of South Suburbia | General operating budget | $5,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | General operating budget | $5,000 |
| The Night Ministry | General operating budget | $5,000 |
| Bridgehaven Pregnancy Support Center | General operating budget | $4,500 |
| Hope Community Development Association | General operating budget | $4,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General operating budget | $4,500 |
| Camp Courageous of Iowa | General operating budget | $4,000 |
| His Hands Free Medical Clinic | General operating budget | $4,000 |
| On the Go Ministries | General operating budget | $3,800 |
| Regency Oaks Scholarship Fund Inc | General operating budget | $3,390 |
| American Brain Tumor Assocation | General operating budget | $3,000 |
| Morton Plant Mease Health Care Foundation Inc | General operating budget | $3,000 |
| Revival Theatre Company | General operating budget | $3,000 |
| Suncoast Hospice Foundation | General operating budget | $3,000 |
| Swedish American Museum Association of Chicago | General operating budget | $3,000 |
| Olympia Fields United Methodist Church | General operating budget | $2,890 |
| Homeless Empowerment Program | General operating budget | $2,500 |
| Morningstar Mission Ministries Inc | General operating budget | $2,500 |
| Mount Mercy University | Catherine McAuley Scholars Program | $2,000 |
| The Greater Chicago Food Depository | General operating budget | $2,000 |
| Iowa Public Radio | General operating buget | $1,590 |
| Animal Welfare Friends | General operating budget | $1,000 |
| PAWS Chicago | General operating budget | $1,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General operating budget | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Maurice
- Jane M Bohlin
- Steven P Maurice
Questions people ask
Does The Maurice Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Maurice Foundation give?
$703,835 in tax year 2023, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $3,390.
Who runs The Maurice Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists John M Maurice (Treasurer), Jane M Bohlin (Director) and Steven P Maurice (Secretary).
What does The Maurice Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, arts and culture and faith communities.