Karen Murrell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Karen Murrell Foundation is a private foundation in Hamilton, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $99,611 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $35,569. 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$99,611
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$35,569
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $109,979 the year before.
29% 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 | $84,620 | 16 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $109,979 | 18 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $99,611 | 15 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Karen Murrell 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 Karen Murrell Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 15 | $99,611 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club | Operations | $35,569 |
| Badin High School | Scholarships | $16,662 |
| Roger Bacon High School | Tuition asst | $10,500 |
| Good Samaratin Foundation | Free medical clinic | $10,000 |
| Fenwick High School | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Medical equip | $5,000 |
| St Joseph School | Tuition asst | $5,000 |
| Queen of Peace | Scholarship fund | $3,000 |
| Caring Closet | Operations | $2,500 |
| Friends of Parks | Operations | $2,000 |
| Joe Nuxhall Golf Outing | Miracle fields | $1,600 |
| Animal Adoption Foundation | Operations | $1,000 |
| DFP Bash | Mental health awareness | $1,000 |
| Jamie Rodgers Golf | Sports fee asst | $400 |
| United Oh FC Outing | Youth | $380 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen Murrell
- Katelyn Teeters
- Serena McKinney
- Eric Murrell
Questions people ask
Does Karen Murrell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Karen Murrell Foundation give?
$99,611 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Karen Murrell Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Karen Murrell (President), Katelyn Teeters (Board Member), Serena McKinney (Board Member) and Eric Murrell (Board Member).
What does Karen Murrell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.