The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation
Bethesda, Maryland · EIN 521270464 · Private foundation
Based in Bethesda, Maryland, The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation has awarded $87.2M across 994 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Civic Nation When We All Vote. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation funds
The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, environment & conservation, faith-based (jewish), food & agriculture.
Populations it has supported include children, families.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civic Nation When We All Vote GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Washington, DC | $5.0M | 2024 |
| Fidelity Charitable GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Cincinnati, OH | $2.4M | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Washington $1MIL FOR ANNUAL CAMPAIGN GRANT; $125K FOR MEETING THE MATCHING GRANT | Rockville, MD | $1.1M | 2017 |
How to apply for funding from The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation
The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation
- Does The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation fund?
- The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Civic Nation When We All Vote, Fidelity Charitable, Jewish Federation of Greater Washington. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation give in grants?
- The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation reported $14.8M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $87.2M over 994 grants.
- Where is The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation located?
- The Morningstar Philanthropic Foundation is based in Bethesda, Maryland. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 521270464.
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