Kim A Morton Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kim A Morton Private Foundation is a private foundation in Kingwood, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $13.1 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $6.0 million and the largest $6.6 million. 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$13.1 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$6.0 million
- Largest grant$6.6 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $175,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $868,355 | 10 | $12.0 million |
| 2024 | $175,000 | 14 | $12.7 million |
| 2025 | $13.1 million | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
Kim A Morton Private 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 Kim A Morton Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 2 | $6.6 million |
| California | 1 | $6.6 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Univ of the Pacific | $2,000,000 for endowed scholarship, $2,000,000 for academic chairs, $2,000,000 for student athlete center, and $565,032 for student-athlete and sports medicine center. | $6.6 million |
| St JUDE RESEARCH HOSPITAL | $1,000,000 for proton therapy, $5,000,000 for a new clinical center. | $6.0 million |
| St JUDE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL | General purpose - children's care and research | $565,032 |
Officers and trustees
- Ken Fleming
- Kermit Breed
- Kathleen Kerr
- Joan Grajek
Questions people ask
Does Kim A Morton Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kim A Morton Private Foundation give?
$13.1 million in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $6.0 million.
Who runs Kim A Morton Private Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ken Fleming (President), Kermit Breed (Vice President), Kathleen Kerr (Secretary) and Joan Grajek (Treasurer).
What does Kim A Morton Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.