Hug Morenz Foundation for Media Literacy
Accepts applications
Hug Morenz Foundation for Media Literacy is a private foundation in Covington, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $120,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$120,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$327,873
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $160,000 the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $165,000 | 4 | $342,285 |
| 2023 | $160,000 | 4 | $203,618 |
| 2024 | $120,000 | 3 | $327,873 |
How to apply
| Contact | Mark Morenz-Harbinger 17300 SW 270th Pl Ste 7926, Covington, WA 98042 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (206) 707-8944, mark@hugmorenzfoundation.org |
| What to submit | After initial consultation, potential grantee submits letter of inquiry (solicited). If board approves at this state, a grant application is provided which is then completed and returned to the organization. The board then votes on whether to extend that applicant a grant contract. |
| Deadlines | Rolling |
| Restrictions | Maximum $50K/year, maximum 3-YEAR commitment. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Hug Morenz Foundation for Media Literacy funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $37,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $32,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Humane Technology | To help further media literacy | $50,000 |
| Global Investigative Journalism Network | To help further media literacy | $37,500 |
| Transparency Coalition Ai | To help further media literacy | $32,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Morenz-Harbinger
- Debbie Morenz-Harbinger
- Travis Morenz
- Kyler Morenz
Questions people ask
Does Hug Morenz Foundation for Media Literacy accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Rolling.
How much does Hug Morenz Foundation for Media Literacy give?
$120,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs Hug Morenz Foundation for Media Literacy?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Morenz-Harbinger (Executive Director), Debbie Morenz-Harbinger (Director), Travis Morenz (Director) and Kyler Morenz (Director).
What does Hug Morenz Foundation for Media Literacy fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and science and research.