Ee Murry Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ee Murry Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $47,500 and the largest $230,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$47,500
- Largest grant$230,000
- Assets$33.9 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $842,527 the year before.
55% 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 | $842,527 | 18 | $31.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 20 | $33.9 million |
How to apply
Ee Murry 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 Ee Murry Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 15 | $869,452 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $227,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Grass Community Foundation | Charitable | $230,000 |
| Town Branch Park | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Civic Lex | Charitable | $110,000 |
| Lancaster County Community Foundation | Charitable | $100,000 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable | $67,000 |
| Food Chain | Charitable | $50,375 |
| The Lexington School | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Big Brother Big Sisters of the Bluegrass | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Hospice and Community Care | Charitable | $50,000 |
| The Hearing and Speech Center | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Lexington Children's Museum | Charitable | $45,000 |
| Lexarts | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Fayette County Public Schools | Charitable | $28,177 |
| Mount Hope Nazarene Retirement Community | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Uk Markey Cancer Foundation | Charitable | $6,000 |
| The Lexington Dream Factory | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Fayette Alliance Foundation | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Community Inspired Lexington | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Justin's Place | Charitable | $2,400 |
| Oconee Therapeutic Riding | Charitable | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Wesley E Murry
Questions people ask
Does Ee Murry Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ee Murry Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $47,500.
Who runs Ee Murry Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Wesley E Murry (Trustee).
What does Ee Murry Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, health and youth programs.