The Morgan Morton Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Morgan Morton Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kiawah Island, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $300,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$300,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $320,000 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 | $40,000 | 2 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $320,000 | 3 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $300,000 | 2 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Morgan Morton Family 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 Morgan Morton Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 2 | $300,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Coastal Community Foundation | Joanne and morgan morton fund | $250,000 |
| Sea Island for Humanity | General operating support | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Saunders Morgan Morton
- Joanne Morton
- Marjorie Adams
- Jeffrey Morton
Questions people ask
Does The Morgan Morton Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Morgan Morton Family Foundation give?
$300,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs The Morgan Morton Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Saunders Morgan Morton (President), Joanne Morton (Director), Marjorie Adams (Director) and Jeffrey Morton (Director).
What does The Morgan Morton Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.