M. J. Murdock Charitable Trust (Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington)

 
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    Funder Type

    Private Foundation

    IT Classification

    C - Funds little to no technology

    Authority

    M. J. Murdock Charitable Trust

    Summary

    The M. J. Murdock Charitable Trust seeks to enrich the quality of life in the Pacific Northwest by providing grants and enrichment programs to non-profit organizations that seek to strengthen the region's educational, spiritual, and cultural base in creative and sustainable ways.

    Through the M. J. Murdock Charitable Trust, three types of grants are available: 

    1. General Grants;
    2. General Scientific Research Grants; and
    3. Formal Program Grants in Science.

    Under General Grants, there are three areas of interest to the Trust, which are:

    1. Education: Projects and programs offered in both formal and informal settings. Emphasis is placed on program enhancement or expansion, as well as new approaches consistent with the applicant institution's mission and resources.
    2. Arts & Culture: Performance and visual arts projects which enrich the cultural environment of the region are of great interest to the Trust. It especially values educational outreach efforts.
    3. Health and Human Services: The Trust is interested in a diverse range of projects and programs to enhance the quality of life in the region. Emphasis is on preventive efforts which address physical, spiritual, social, and psychological needs. Programs with a focus on youth are especially valued.

    About half of all of the general grants awarded are for capital projects, and the other half are for program initiation, expansion, or for increased organizational capacity. General Scientific Research Grants: The Trust prefers projects and programs in the natural sciences whose main objective is the acquisition of new knowledge. Training students in conducting research is an important consideration. Guidelines are available at: http://www.murdock-trust.org/how-to-apply/general-scientific-research-grants.asp. Formal Program Grants in Science: The Trust has initiated five formal grants programs in the sciences. Procedures vary for applying to one or another of the formal program grants, and interested organizations should review these programs as well for specific details. Guidelines are available at: http://www.murdock-trust.org/grants/formal-program-grants-science.asp.

     

    History of Funding

    Previous grants awarded are available at: http://www.murdock-trust.org/grants/grants-awarded.php.

    Additional Information

    The following kinds of requests are NOT considered:

    • For funds that will ultimately be passed through to other organizations.
    • For sectarian or religious organizations whose principal activity is for the primary benefit of their own members or adherents.
    • For long-term loans, debt retirement, or operational deficits.
    • For institutions that in policy or practice unfairly discriminate against race, ethnic origin, sex, creed, or religion.
    • For propagandizing or for influencing legislation and elections.
    • From specific individuals and for their personal benefit.
    • From individuals unauthorized to act on behalf of a qualified tax-exempt organization.

    The following kinds of requests are RARELY considered:

    • For normal ongoing operations, including existing staff, or for the continuation of existing projects.
    • For continuation of programs previously financed from other external sources.
    • For organizations organized and operating outside any U.S. state or territory.
    • For urgent needs, emergency funding, or gap funding.
    • For endowments or revolving funds that act as such.
    • For funds to be distributed to beneficiaries of the organization’s choosing.

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    Contacts

    M. J. Murdock Charitable Trust
    703 Broadway, Suite 710
    P.O. Box 1618
    Vancouver, DE 98660
    (360) 694-8415
    (360) 694-1819
     

  • Eligibility Details

    Organizations which have been ruled to be tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and which are not private foundations are eligible. Charitable organizations applying for support must have in hand such IRS documentation of status. Priority is given to projects and programs conducted by qualified organizations within Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Applications from individuals or sponsored organizations will not be considered. Individuals acting on behalf of, but without the authority of, qualified tax-exempt organizations are ineligible. Please consult the application guidelines for detailed information concerning eligibility and restrictions.

    Deadline Details

    There are no deadlines for submission of the letter of inquiry to the Trust. If your proposed project appears to be eligible for Trust consideration, you will be sent a letter encouraging an application. Complete instructions are available here: http://www.murdock-trust.org/how-to-apply/general-grants-letter-inquiry.asp

    Award Details

    Grant award size varies depending upon organization and project; however, past practices inform future decisions.  Because the Trust's application and evaluation process is rigorous, thorough, and time intensive, requests for less than $50,000 are generally discouraged.

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