The Morris Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Morris Foundation is a private foundation in Cokato, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,525 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$91,525
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $84,790 the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 | $80,449 | 16 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $84,790 | 19 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $91,525 | 16 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Morris 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 Morris Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 16 | $91,525 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Isd 466 School District | To provide equipment for school | $30,000 |
| Cokato Museum | To support local museum maintenance | $8,000 |
| Cokato Corn Carnival | To support local event | $7,000 |
| LDC Hockey Boosters | To support local youth activities | $6,120 |
| Special Olympics | To support special needs children | $5,475 |
| Cokato Dassel Rotary | To support local service organizatio | $5,000 |
| Cokato Fire Dept | Tp provide equipment for firemen | $5,000 |
| Dassel Fire Dept | To provide equipment for firemen | $5,000 |
| City of Cokato - Ambulance | To provide equipment for ambulance | $5,000 |
| Cokato Lions | To support local community | $4,000 |
| DC Robotics Club | To support local youth activities | $2,500 |
| DC Music Boosters | To support local youth activities | $2,000 |
| Cokato American Legion | To support local organization | $2,000 |
| Cokato Food Shelf | For assistance to needy people | $2,000 |
| Dassel Food Shelf | For assistance to needy people | $2,000 |
| DC Baseball Boosters | To support local youth activities | $430 |
Officers and trustees
- Garth Asplin
- Bradley Morris
- Doug Lundeen
- Mark Forsman
- Mike Carpentier
- Paul Halonen
Questions people ask
Does The Morris Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Morris Foundation give?
$91,525 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Morris Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Garth Asplin (President), Bradley Morris (Treasurer), Doug Lundeen (Director) and Mark Forsman (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Morris Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, community development and arts and culture.