Murlan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Murlan Foundation is a private foundation in Solon, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $145,334 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$145,334
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,958 the year before.
50% 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 | $100,251 | 7 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $106,958 | 6 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $145,334 | 8 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Murlan 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 Murlan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 7 | $125,097 |
| Iowa | 1 | $20,237 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central Virginia Children's Wellness Initiative | General | $25,000 |
| University of Virginia | General | $20,237 |
| Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary | General | $20,000 |
| St Anne's - Belfield School | General | $20,000 |
| Stepping Stone | General | $20,000 |
| The Paramount Theater | General | $19,819 |
| Blue Ridge Area Food Bank | General | $15,278 |
| Light House Studio | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond M Murphy
- Mary K Murphy
- Ellen Jones
- Jason Jones
Questions people ask
Does Murlan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Murlan Foundation give?
$145,334 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Murlan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Raymond M Murphy (President), Mary K Murphy (Secretary), Ellen Jones (Treasurer) and Jason Jones (Trustee).
What does Murlan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.