How to apply
Internally initiated grants comprise virtually all of the current grant making of the foundation. Contact: Thomas E Polk, Po Box 592, Prescott, Az, 4806305489, MTMORRISFOUNDATION@GMAIL.COM Deadlines: Informational letters will be accepted, but may not be responded to Restrictions: No loans or grants to individuals, nor to religious organizations or their agencies
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
Top 60 of 112 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University Foundation GammageTempe, AZ | shell, 3 year commitment? | $100K |
| Salk InstituteLa Jolla, CA | $15,000 symphony at salk, $35,000 Lyumkis, $35,000 Cancer research | $85K |
| Polara HealthPrescott Valley, AZ | $2,500 Center of Excellence in Autism Spectrum Disorder, $7,500 sponsorship for 4/11/26 fundraiser masquerade; $50K for Unfunded Care Progr… | $60K |
| Arizona Friends of Foster Children FoundationPhoenix, AZ | $5,000 6/9/25 golf tnmt, $50,000 | $55K |
| Prescott Mountain Bike AlliancePrescott, AZ | $50,000 Bean Peaks trails, $4,000 repair station | $54K |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityPrescott, AZ | $50k - STEM Bridge Initiative for K-12 Learners across Yavapai County and Northern AZ | $50K |
| Phoenix Art MuseumPhoenix, AZ | Ballinger Wing | $50K |
| Phoenix ZooPhoenix, AZ | construction of Animal Rescue & Care Center | $50K |
| St Mary's Food BankPhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $50K |
| The University of Arizona FoundationTucson, AZ | James 4H Camp and Outdoor Learning Center $50,000 | $50K |
| Highlands Center for Natural HistoryPrescott, AZ | $5,000Forest Play Improvement, $40,000 children's classrooms | $45K |
| Sharlot Hall MuseumPrescott, AZ | Expand & modernize research center & archives | $35K |
| Verde Valley Community Development OrganizationCottonwood, AZ | Verde Valley Community Land Trust -$2,500 8/8/25; $30,000 proposed 12/31/25 | $33K |
| Great Hearts Scottsdale Preparatory AcademyScottsdale, AZ | security vestibule | $30K |
| James Family Prescott YMCAPrescott, AZ | Prescott pool dehumidification system | $30K |
| Grand Canyon ConservancyGrand Canyon, AZ | 17th Annual COA$12,000 for education; $6,250 for historical preservation; $6,250 for indigenous affairs | $28K |
| Agape House of PrescottPrescott, AZ | General Purposes | $25K |
| Breakthrough T1dHagerstown, MD | Fund Early Detection of T1D Pilot with Mayo Clinic AZ for underserved populations | $25K |
| Childsplay TheatreTempe, AZ | General Purposes | $25K |
| Circle the CityPhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $25K |
| Desert Botanical GardenPhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $25K |
| First Tee PhoenixPhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $25K |
| Girl Scouts Az Cactus-PinePhoenix, AZ | $25,000 Leadership Experience Program | $25K |
| Jazz in Arizona Inc Dba the NashPhoenix, AZ | Expansion of education and camp programs | $25K |
| Phoenix Children's Hospital FoundationPhoenix, AZ | matching $25,000 | $25K |
| Society of St Vincent de PaulPhoenix, AZ | 2024 New - Shannon M. Clancy, Chief Executive Officer | $25K |
| Coalition for Compassion and JusticePrescott, AZ | General Purposes | $20K |
| Matforce (was Community Counts)Prescott Valley, AZ | Yavapai Reentry Project Participant Support Fund | $20K |
| Phoenix Symphony thePhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $20K |
| Prescott Unified School District Education FoundationPrescott, AZ | Teacher's Closet & Capital Improvements Program | $20K |
| Yavapai Humane TrappersPrescott, AZ | Property Purchase (mortgage paydown) | $20K |
| Yavapai College FoundationPrescott, AZ | Family Enrichment Center Sponsorship $1,500, Community Healthcare Scholars Phase 4 multi-year: 2024 $8,964 Paid, 2025 $17,929, 2026 $17,929… | $19K |
| Children's ClinicsTucson, AZ | Purchase iStat machine for low income children with disabilities | $19K |
| Yavapai Family Advocacy CenterPrescott Valley, AZ | "($2,500 on 8.8.25 for Expansion of Pediatric SANE Nurses)$15,000 for general purposes | $18K |
| Ballet AzPhoenix, AZ | Pam Craven, Corporate & Foundation Manager, $1,236, $15,000 | $16K |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Central AzPrescott, AZ | Summer Day Camp Program | $15K |
| Foundation for Blind ChildrenPhoenix, AZ | (2024 new CEO) Jared Kittelson | $15K |
| Launch Pad Teen CenterPrescott, AZ | $5,000 Teen Advisory Council Leadership Program, $10,000 Trek for Teens | $15K |
| Scottsdaleparadise Valley Family YMCAScottsdale, AZ | preschool program | $15K |
| Great Hearts ArizonaScottsdale, AZ | Teacher Excellence Fund | $13K |
| A New LeafMesa, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Arizona Autism UnitedPhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Arizona Crisis TeamPrescott Valley, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Arizona Food Bank NetworkPhoenix, AZ | April Bradham, President & CEO | $10K |
| Arizona Jewish Historical SocietyPhoenix, AZ | Triumph in Tragedy Exhibition | $10K |
| Arizona Theatre CompanyPhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Banner Alzheimer's FoundationPhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Cala AlliancePhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Central Arizona Shelter ServicesPhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Children's Museum of PhoenixPhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Community Cupboard Food BankPrescott, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Habitat for Humanity of Northern AzFlagstaff, AZ | Starter Home Program | $10K |
| Phippen MuseumPrescott, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Phoenix Dream CenterPhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Phoenix Theatre Company thePhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Prescott Area Shelter ServicesPrescott, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Prescott Farmer's MarketPrescott, AZ | Feed Your Neighbors Program $2,500 8/8/25; proposed $7,500 12/31/25 | $10K |
| Prescott Free ClinicPrescott, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Rise Resource CenterCottonwood, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
| Rosie's HousePhoenix, AZ | General Purposes | $10K |
By state: Arizona 107 · California 2 · Maryland 1 · New York 1 · Colorado 1
About this foundation
Margaret T Morris Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Prescott, Arizona, tax-exempt since 1968. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Margaret T Morris Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Internally initiated grants comprise virtually all of the current grant making of the foundation. Deadlines: Informational letters will be accepted, but may not be responded to.
How much does Margaret T Morris Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $1.7M across 112 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Margaret T Morris Foundation give?
Arizona (107 grants), California (2 grants), Maryland (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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