The Robert and Lynn Murphy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robert and Lynn Murphy Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $4.3 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $3.0 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$4.3 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
64% 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 | $662,000 | 11 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 5 | $4.2 million |
| 2025 | $4.3 million | 11 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
The Robert and Lynn Murphy 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 Robert and Lynn Murphy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 2 | $3.0 million |
| Texas | 6 | $1.2 million |
| Arkansas | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jesuit High School of New Orleans Foundation Inc | General fund | $3.0 million |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit | General fund | $1.1 million |
| St Andrews | General fund | $100,000 |
| Careerspring Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| Casa Juan Diego | General fund | $25,000 |
| Ashley County Museum | General fund | $15,000 |
| Chapelwood United Methodist Church | General fund | $5,000 |
| Craig Hospital Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | General fund | $2,500 |
| Tulane University | General fund | $2,000 |
| University of Houston | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert D Murphy Jr
- Rebecca Lynn Murphy
- Rebecca Murphy Elmore
Questions people ask
Does The Robert and Lynn Murphy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert and Lynn Murphy Foundation give?
$4.3 million in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Robert and Lynn Murphy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert D Murphy Jr (Director), Rebecca Lynn Murphy (Director) and Rebecca Murphy Elmore (Director).
What does The Robert and Lynn Murphy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.