Private foundation · EIN 82-2212237 · Deerfield Bch, Florida · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Wanda and James M Moran Jr Foundation Inc

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 25 grants paid, $5.7M total, median $150K. 72% of grants stayed in Florida.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
25
$5.7M
Median grant
$150K
Stays in FL
72%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$7.6M

Grants paid in 2024

25 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
World Central KitchenWashington, DCAssistance in responding to various disasters with the distribution of nourishing food and fresh meals$800K
Holy Cross Hospital IncFort Lauderdale, FLAssist with the purchase of ct scanner for emergency department and renovation of room to house it.$700K
Best Foot Forward Foundation IncBoca Raton, FLEmpowering foster youth to maximize their potential through academic support and guidance$500K
Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation IncSt Petersburg, FLAdvocacy for the conservation and protection of the florida wildlife corridor$500K
SOS Children's Villages - FloridaCoconut Creek, FLServing foster children by providing a family-oriented community$400K
Education Foundation of Palm Beach CountyLake Worth, FLBrick by brick, mind by mind capital campaign. general support in serving the needs of students, teachers and schools.$300K
Bounty & SoulBlack Mountain, NCSupport of mission - "together, we connect, share, and celebrate nutritious food, education, and community"$250K
Haywood Street Community DevelopmentAsheville, NCDeeply affordable housing project$250K
Haywood Street CongregationAsheville, NCBreaking down the barriers between the "haves and "have-nots".$250K
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue LeagueWest Palm Beach, FLSupport of the spay and neuter services$250K
The Lord's Place IncWest Plam Beach, FLProviding housing and wrap around services for individuals and families in need$250K
Feeding South FloridaPembroke Park, FLFeeding those in need$235K
Wheels of SuccessTampa, FLPrograms dedicated to providing transortation solutions by partnering with the community to keep working people independent$150K
ArtsavlAsheville, NCSupport of the mission to keep the arts at the heart of the community by supporting arts professionals and businesses$150K
Gold Coast Junior Golf Foundation IncBoca Raton, FLProviding junior golfers the opportunity to participate in golf competitions$125K
Green Horizons Land TrustLake Wales, FLSupport of mission to preserve central florida's natural areas and open space for the benefit of all$100K
The Giving Tree of Temple Beth ElBoca Raton, FLMission of spreading kindness, dignity and hope to those in need in the local community$100K
Thrive AshevilleAsheville, NCCollaboration with local residents and leaders to help find solutions to issues facing asheville$100K
The Utopian Seed ProjectAsheville, NCSupport of mission to responsibly grow, research and celebrate a wide range of crops and varities in a resilitent, delicious and equitable…$100K
Ufar Animal Rescue CorpMargate, FLCare and adoption services for rescued dogs and cats$50K
United Way of Broward CountyFort Lauderdale, FLGeneral operating support - jm family campaign$50K
Rotary Club of Boca Raton Sunrise Foundation IncBoca Raton, FL2024 teacher of the year awards and provide college scholarships. also, support to for teacher/classroom grants$50K
Deliver the Dream IncFort Lauderdale, FLSupport for programs and retreats to families experiencing serious illness or crisis$25K
Love Serving AutismNorth Palm Beach, FLProvides inclusive therapeutic racuqet sports instruction for neurodivergent children and adults$25K
American Association of Caregiving YouthBoca Raton, FLSupport for youth and their familites in need of respite.$25K

By state: Florida 18 · North Carolina 6 · District of Columbia 1

About this foundation

Wanda and James M Moran Jr Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Deerfield Bch, Florida, administered in care of Thomas K Blanton, tax-exempt since 2017. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Wanda and James M Moran Jr Foundation Inc accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Wanda and James M Moran Jr Foundation Inc give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $5.7M across 25 grants, a median of $150K.

Where does Wanda and James M Moran Jr Foundation Inc give?

Florida (18 grants), North Carolina (6 grants), District of Columbia (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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