Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $775,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.4 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$775,000
- Assets$153 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
61% of its 2024 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 | $1.2 million | 22 | $34.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 23 | $153 million |
How to apply
Laurie and Reed Morian 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 Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 20 | $1.4 million |
| Idaho | 1 | $25,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | 2024 in lieu of gala, annual commitment | $775,000 |
| The Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Bayou bend garden party, campaign for the mfah campus, conservation center build-out, general contributions | $295,000 |
| Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo | Junior market steer auction | $115,000 |
| Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation | Gear up for game wardens region iv | $50,000 |
| Episcopal High School | Lead the way capital campaign, educational donation | $30,000 |
| Boys and Girls Country | General fund | $30,000 |
| The Peregrine Fund | Global conservation efforts | $25,000 |
| City Ballet of Houston | Inner city nutcracker support | $20,000 |
| Hope and Healing Center and Institute | Annual campaign | $10,000 |
| St Ambrose University | General fund | $10,000 |
| San Jacinto Museum and Battlefield Association | 2024 san jacinto day dinner | $5,000 |
| Communities in Schools | 2024 stay in school gala | $5,000 |
| Corridor Rescue | General fund | $5,000 |
| Texas State Historical Association | 2024 annual meeting and light the lantern gala | $5,000 |
| Lifehouse | General operating fund | $3,000 |
| Houston Hospice | General fund | $2,500 |
| Houston Methodist Hosptial Foundation | General fund | $2,500 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General fund | $2,500 |
| Serenity Retreat | General fund | $2,500 |
| Ducks Unlimited | General fund | $2,000 |
| East Spring Branch Food Pantry | Genderal fund | $2,000 |
| Texas Public Policy Foundation | 35th anniversary ball | $2,000 |
| Texas Biomedical Research Institute | Annual operating fund | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- S Reed Morian
- Laurie N Morian
- Earl Dyke
- William L Hixon
- William C Montgomery
- Thomas Roupe
- Sarah W Dyke
Questions people ask
Does Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists S Reed Morian (Trustee), Laurie N Morian (Trustee), Earl Dyke (Advisory Trustee) and William L Hixon (Advisory Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, science and research and environment and conservation.