Dave and Wendy Morgan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dave and Wendy Morgan Foundation is a private foundation in Ogden, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $30,500 and the largest $170,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$30,500
- Largest grant$170,000
- Assets$37.2 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was up from $998,500 the year before.
59% 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 | $843,500 | 24 | $19.3 million |
| 2024 | $998,500 | 28 | $34.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 28 | $37.2 million |
How to apply
Dave and Wendy Morgan 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 Dave and Wendy Morgan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 10 | $434,000 |
| Utah | 6 | $225,000 |
| Texas | 5 | $225,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $195,000 |
| New York | 1 | $125,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $26,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope 4 Kids Int'l Water 4 Kids | Fund projects a U Primary School | $170,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers Fou | Program Support | $125,000 |
| Individual | Fund programs helping Montanas vunerable children | $100,000 |
| Individual | Fund the food pantry | $100,000 |
| International Esperanza Project | Fund operations and current programs in Guatemala | $100,000 |
| Blackfeet Community College | Commerical Drivers License Courses | $90,000 |
| Underdog Animal Rescue and Rehab Mo | Indoor Dog Kennels | $75,000 |
| Danielle Byron Henry Migraine Found | Migraine in School program | $50,000 |
| Individual | Operational costs associated with ongoing horse operations | $50,000 |
| Frisco Family Services | Continued assistance for those in need in Frisco area | $50,000 |
| Individual | $50,000 | |
| Rosie Project | Student support for tuition, books, and basic living costs expand online community platform for military spouses | $50,000 |
| Montana Food Bank Network Inc | Backpack program in Lolo School District and Lolo HS Big Sky High School | $40,000 |
| Anaconda Community Foundation | Backpack and Local Programs | $35,000 |
| Armed Services YMCA Camp Pendleton | Fund Lt Col Therrien Donation Program | $26,000 |
| Economics Ed and Research Consortiu | Program Support | $25,000 |
| Hope Women's Center | Program Support | $25,000 |
| Hospice of the Valley | Ongoing hospice support | $25,000 |
| Individual | Program Support | $25,000 |
| Samaritan Inn Inc | Program Support | $25,000 |
| Seager Memorial Clinic | Program Support | $25,000 |
| Anaconda Community Intervention | Backpack and Local Programs | $21,000 |
| St Mary's Mission | Program Support | $20,000 |
| Individual | Program Support | $20,000 |
| Florence Crittenton Home Services F | Program Support | $15,000 |
| Montana FFA Foundation | Providing resources to young men and women enrolled in FFA programs statewide | $7,000 |
| Greater Butte Community Coordinated | Helping local families whose children are in foster care have a safe place for visitation | $6,000 |
| Fish for Garbage | Addl river clean up, educational coloring books for kids, reusable trash bags | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dave Morgan
- Wendy J Morgan
- Christopher Morgan
- Karren Morgan
Questions people ask
Does Dave and Wendy Morgan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dave and Wendy Morgan Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $30,500.
Who runs Dave and Wendy Morgan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dave Morgan (President), Wendy J Morgan (Vice Pres.), Christopher Morgan (Treas/Exec Director) and Karren Morgan (Secretary).
What does Dave and Wendy Morgan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and food and hunger.