The Joe Murrill Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Joe Murrill Family Foundation is a private foundation in New Braunfels, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $180,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$180,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $200,000 the year before.
60% 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 | $155,500 | 12 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 4 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $180,000 | 9 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
The Joe Murrill 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 Joe Murrill Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 4 | $79,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $76,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Vail Church | Murrill ministry support for church ministry | $50,000 |
| Individual | Murrill scholarship for spring and fall semester | $30,000 |
| Ministry of Unification | Murrill ministry award for service ministries | $25,000 |
| Levanta Ministries | Murrill ministry support local and global missions | $25,000 |
| Paraclete Mission Group Inc | Murrill ministry award for ministry and service | $20,000 |
| Individual | Murrill scholarship for education sprig semester | $16,000 |
| Individual | $8,000 | |
| Individual | Murrill ministry award for mission work | $5,000 |
| Texas Tech University | Murrill scholarship to support school program | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph K Murrill III President
- Patricia Murrill III Vice Presi
- Douglas Murrill Treasurer
- Kathleen Murrill Secretary
Questions people ask
Does The Joe Murrill Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Joe Murrill Family Foundation give?
$180,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Joe Murrill Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph K Murrill III President (President), Patricia Murrill III Vice Presi (Vice President), Douglas Murrill Treasurer (Treasurer) and Kathleen Murrill Secretary (Secretary).
What does The Joe Murrill Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.