The Morningside Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Morningside Foundation is a private foundation in Newton Centre, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $19.2 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $240,250 and the largest $8.0 million. 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$19.2 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$240,250
- Largest grant$8.0 million
- Assets$49.7 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5.3 million the year before.
60% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $59.8 million | 17 | $53.0 million |
| 2024 | $5.3 million | 12 | $50.6 million |
| 2025 | $19.2 million | 10 | $49.7 million |
How to apply
The Morningside 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 Morningside Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 8 | $19.1 million |
| California | 1 | $60,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Massachusetts Foundation | General use - education | $8.0 million |
| MIT | General use - education | $6.0 million |
| Newton High Peak Inc | General use - education | $3.0 million |
| WPS Institute Inc | General use - education | $1.7 million |
| The Church of Cambridge | General use - religious | $420,000 |
| The Church in Anaheimlme | General use - religious | $60,500 |
| The Colrain Meeting Foundation | General use - education | $50,000 |
| Arizona State University Foundation | General use - research | $30,000 |
| Du Bois Orchestra | General use - education | $20,000 |
| Morningside Music Bridge | General use - research | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paula E Turnbull
- Peter Stuart Allenby Edwards
- Lisa M Sambucci
- Gerald Chan
Questions people ask
Does The Morningside Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Morningside Foundation give?
$19.2 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $240,250.
Who runs The Morningside Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paula E Turnbull (Vice-President), Peter Stuart Allenby Edwards (Director), Lisa M Sambucci (Vice-President) and Gerald Chan (Director).
What does The Morningside Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and science and research.