The Morris Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Morris Foundation is a private foundation in Glenville, West Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $12,352 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$12,352
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$28.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.6 million | 5 | $26.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 14 | $28.5 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.
What The Morris Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 14 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Glenville State College Foundation | Morris merit scholarship | $500,000 |
| Glenville State College Foundation | Vehicles | $101,025 |
| Gilmer County Ambulance Authority | New ambulance | $100,000 |
| Gilmer County Ambulance Authority | New ambulance | $100,000 |
| Glenville State College Foundation | Incentive fund | $100,000 |
| West Virginia University Foundation | Brick outreach fund | $100,000 |
| Glenville State College Foundation | Vehicles | $16,000 |
| Glenville State College Foundation | Pac wrestling | $8,704 |
| Glenville State College Foundation | Pac women's golf | $5,000 |
| Mylan Park Foundation | General support | $4,000 |
| Glenville State College Foundation | Pac general | $2,000 |
| Glenville State College Foundation | Pac women's basketball | $2,000 |
| Glenville State College Foundation | Pioneer progress magazine | $500 |
| Glenville State College Foundation | Pac wrestling | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Ike Morris
- Betty Morris
- Marc Monteleone
- Doug Morris
- Shelly Smith
- Sandra Pettit
- Michael Romano
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?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $12,352.
Who runs The Morris Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ike Morris (Director and Chairman), Betty Morris (Director and President), Marc Monteleone (Director and Secretary) and Doug Morris (Director and Vice President) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Morris Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and community development.