Morris Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Morris Family Foundation is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$40,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $50,000 | 1 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $40,000 | 2 | $3.2 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 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| African Leadership Initiatives | Christian training and education | $20,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | Making scripture accessible through translation | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marianne Schmitt Hellauer Co Venabl
- K Ann Morris
- Michael N Morris
- Henry A Grandizio Co GWLM LLP
- Stephen L Owem
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?
$40,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Morris Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marianne Schmitt Hellauer Co Venabl (Trustee), K Ann Morris (Trustee), Michael N Morris (Trustee) and Henry A Grandizio Co GWLM LLP (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Morris Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.