Mary Cannon Morris Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mary Cannon Morris Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Summerfield, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 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$35,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$796,047
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $36,250 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $30,750 | 12 | $719,207 |
| 2024 | $36,250 | 12 | $743,897 |
| 2025 | $35,000 | 8 | $796,047 |
How to apply
Mary Cannon Morris Charitable 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 Mary Cannon Morris Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 7 | $34,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tisch Brain Tumor Center - Duke University | To help fund research into the causes and treatment of cancer | $20,000 |
| Rumple Memorial Presbyterian Church | General operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Trinity AME Zion Church | General operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Educate Tomorrow's Parents | To support efforts to educate youth regarding the responsibilities of becoming future parents | $2,000 |
| WTDD 885 NPR Radio | To support continuing unbiased news and interest reporting in the piedmont/nw nc area | $2,000 |
| Piedmont Wildlife Center | To help educate and provide youth with outdoor experiences with nature | $2,000 |
| Westover Church | Support of the missionary fund | $2,000 |
| St Lukes Episcopal Church | General operating expenses | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph E Morris
- Isabelle Moss
- Sam Moss
- Joanne G Morris
Questions people ask
Does Mary Cannon Morris Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Cannon Morris Charitable Foundation give?
$35,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Mary Cannon Morris Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph E Morris (President), Isabelle Moss (Treasurer), Sam Moss (Vice President) and Joanne G Morris (Secretary).
What does Mary Cannon Morris Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.