Morris Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Morris Family Foundation is a private foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $786,495 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $152,500. 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$786,495
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$152,500
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $775,424 the year before.
26% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $775,424 | 40 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $786,495 | 39 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
Morris 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 Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 17 | $458,036 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $167,500 |
| Ohio | 2 | $130,239 |
| Indiana | 1 | $15,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $2,800 |
| New York | 4 | $2,070 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Encounters Intl | Support General Aim | $152,500 |
| West End School | Support General Aim | $150,000 |
| Clinica esperanza roatan | Support General Aim | $129,239 |
| Salvation Army | Support General Aim | $100,000 |
| Maryhurst | Support General Aim | $85,000 |
| St Josephs Childrens Home | Support General Aim | $75,000 |
| Epiphany Catholic Church | Support General Aim | $19,000 |
| Bay Island Community Health Care | Support General Aim | $15,000 |
| New Life Church | Support General Aim | $10,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Support General Aim | $10,000 |
| Catholic Services Appeal | Support General Aim | $5,600 |
| Goodwill | To Support General Aim | $5,088 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Assoc | Support General Aim | $5,000 |
| Catholic Worl Mission | Support General Aim | $5,000 |
| Water With Blessings | Support General Aim | $3,000 |
| Sos | Support General Aim | $2,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Support General Aim | $1,800 |
| Wheaton College | Support Educational Aim | $1,500 |
| Cedarville University | Support General Aim | $1,000 |
| Xavierian Brothers | Support Educational Aim | $1,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Support General Aim | $1,000 |
| Care Africa | Support General Aim | $1,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Support General Aim | $1,000 |
| Annunciation Chruch | Support General Aim | $1,000 |
| Outward Food | Support General Aim | $1,000 |
| Various | Support General Aim | $1,000 |
| St Xavier High School | Support Educational Aim | $750 |
| American Bible Society | Support General Aim | $500 |
| OLV Charities | Support General Aim | $500 |
| Franciscan Missions | Support General Aim | $400 |
| Mercy Ships | Support General Aim | $350 |
| Franciscan Kitchen | Support General Aim | $250 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Support General Aim | $250 |
| priests of the sacred heart | Support General Aim | $250 |
| Vips | Support General Aim | $200 |
| Loretta Educational Fund | Support General Aim | $150 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | Support General Aim | $75 |
| Tunnel To Towers | Support General Aim | $70 |
| Various | Support General Aim | $23 |
Officers and trustees
- John R Morris
Questions people ask
Does Morris Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Morris Family Foundation give?
$786,495 in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Morris Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John R Morris (Executor Director).
What does Morris Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.