The Morris Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Morris Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $16.4 million in 134 grants; the typical grant was $81,550 and the largest $950,000. 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$16.4 million
- Number of grants134
- Typical grant$81,550
- Largest grant$950,000
- Assets$242 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9.3 million the year before.
22% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9.3 million | 102 | $240 million |
| 2024 | $16.4 million | 134 | $242 million |
How to apply
The Morris 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Morris Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 128 | $15.8 million |
| New York | 2 | $320,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $35,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Health Resources Foundation | Morris meditation garden refresh project | $950,000 |
| Rev Tarrant County | General operations | $800,000 |
| Fort Worth Affordability Inc DBA Fort Worth Housing Solutions | Housing and education program | $500,000 |
| MHMR Foundation | Perinatal connection continuum | $500,000 |
| JPS Foundation | Pregnancy care coordination services | $400,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County | Youth social-emotional development support | $280,000 |
| Presbyterian Night Shelter | Family services | $250,000 |
| The Salvation Army DFW Metroplex Command | Mabee center programs & operations | $240,000 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth | Ella mcfadden early learning center at the y | $240,000 |
| Camp Fire First Texas | Camp fire's school readiness program | $225,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | First street outreach | $225,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Inc of Tarrant County | Nutrition program | $220,000 |
| Communities Foundation of Texas Inc | 2024 north texas giving day | $210,406 |
| AIDS Outreach Center | Paul n. Geisel dental clinic | $201,026 |
| Casa of Tarrant County | Casa advocacy for tarrant county children in foster care | $200,000 |
| Center for Transforming Lives | Early childhood education and family support for 550 lmi, tarrant county children | $200,000 |
| Coact | Funkytown mindful market | $200,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Greater Tarrant County | The communities in schools center for student support | $200,000 |
| Educational First Steps | Four steps to excellence | $200,000 |
| JPS Foundation | Adolescent inpatient unit behavioral health | $200,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas | Empowering north texans through comprehensive reproductive healthcare and education | $200,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas | Ppgt general operations | $200,000 |
| Community Food Bank | Feeding families and feeding hope | $197,000 |
| United Community Centers Inc | Educational literacy program | $195,000 |
| Safehaven of Tarrant County | Postpartum support for mothers in safehaven's emergency domestic violence shelters | $190,000 |
| Tarrant Area Food Bank | Support of the 'ready to learn' program expansion | $175,000 |
| Tarrant Area Food Bank | Ready to learn school pantry | $175,000 |
| Child Care Associates | Tarrant county early educator workforce analysis & needs assessment | $172,500 |
| Camp Fire First Texas | Camp fire early education workforce development | $165,000 |
| Ach Child and Family Services | Wedgwood transitional living program and expansion support | $160,000 |
| All Saints Health Foundation DBA Baylor Scott & White | Graduate medical education fqhc rotation support | $160,000 |
| Cook Children's Health Foundation | Cook childrens alexander vision center | $160,000 |
| Alliance for Children Inc | Support for tarrant county child abuse victims | $150,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Fort Worth Inc | Padua | $150,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Fort Worth Inc | Working family services | $150,000 |
| Cook Children's Health Foundation | Development pediatrics | $150,000 |
| Expanco Inc | Amplify operational support program | $150,000 |
| Partnership Home | Home fort worth | $150,000 |
| Safe City Commission DBA One Safe Place | One safe place capital campaign | $150,000 |
| Recovery Resource Council | Enduring families: veterans mental health program | $140,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Brands
- Laura Liles
- Michelle Piotrowski
Questions people ask
Does The Morris Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Morris Foundation give?
$16.4 million in tax year 2024, across 134 grants, with a typical grant of $81,550.
Who runs The Morris Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth Brands (President and Ceo), Laura Liles (Trustee) and Michelle Piotrowski (Trustee).
What does The Morris Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.