Murphy Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Murphy Family Foundation is a private foundation in Issaquah, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $774,585 the year before.
29% 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 | $774,585 | 16 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 21 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
Murphy 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 Murphy Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota. It also paid $1.1 million in 11 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 9 | $82,928 |
| Illinois | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Trail | To help fund the programs of this small government organization | $1.0 million |
| Sparky- Y Youth Labs | To help fund the programs of this 501(c)(3) organizationvarious stock donated on 04/0857 aapl, 21 meta, 24 msftboook value: $21,895.comparable sales was used to determine book and fmv | $30,696 |
| Girls on the Run | To help fund the programs of this 501(c)(3) organizationvarious stocks donated on 03/05, book value $13,045.26 aapl, 5 avgo, 5 meta, 11 msftcomparable sales used to determine book and fmv. | $18,017 |
| Jxta | To help fund the programs of this 501(c)(3) organization | $12,000 |
| Migizi | To help fund the programs of this 501(c)(3) organizationstock donated on 03/2268 shares aapl, book value $8,842comparable sales used to determine book and fmv. | $11,715 |
| Glenmercy Elementary School | To help fund the programs of this non-profit organization | $5,000 |
| Family Action Network | To help fund the programs of this 501(c)(3) organization | $4,000 |
| Rossland Summit School | To help fund the programs of this small school. | $4,000 |
| Sanctuary Children's House | To help fund the programs of this 501(c)(3) organization | $4,000 |
| Fruitvale Elementary School | To help fund the programs of this small school. | $3,000 |
| Minnesota Sled Hockey Association | To help fund the programs of this 501(c)(3) organization | $3,000 |
| Northstar Christian Academy | To help fund the programs of this small school. | $3,000 |
| Greater Trail Miner Hockey Association | To help fund the programs of this small organization | $2,758 |
| Special Olympics BC | To help fund the programs of this small non-profit organization | $2,758 |
| JL Crowe Secondary School | To help fund the programs of this small school | $1,750 |
| St Michael's Catholic School | To help fund the programs of this small school. | $1,750 |
| Webster Elementary School | To help fund the programs of this small school. | $1,750 |
| Kootenay Columbia Learning Center | To help fund the programs of this non-profit organization | $1,000 |
| Minnesota Neonatal Foundation | To help fund the programs of this 501(c)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Twin Rivers Elementary School | To help fund the programs of this small school. | $1,000 |
| Help Fill A Dream | To help fund the programs of this small organization | $254 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann Murphy
- Richard Murphy
- Madelyn Murphy-Homer
- Ryan Murphy
Questions people ask
Does Murphy Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Murphy Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Murphy Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ann Murphy (President/Secretary), Richard Murphy (Vice President/Treasurer), Madelyn Murphy-Homer (Director) and Ryan Murphy (Director).
What does Murphy Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, environment and conservation and youth programs.