Doran Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyMurray, Kentucky · EIN 20-3474077 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$236K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$5.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $20,200.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
21% of grants went outside Kentucky.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murray State University Foundation | Murray, KY | Doran arboretum pledge | $75,000 |
| Diabetes Research Institute Foundation | Hollywood, FL | General purposes | $60,000 |
| City of Murray | Murray, KY | City park renovations | $50,000 |
| Murray State University Foundation | Murray, KY | Athletic fund | $20,200 |
| Boca Grande Health Clinic Foundation | Boca Grande, FL | General purposes | $6,200 |
| First United Methodist Church | Murray, KY | General purposes | $6,000 |
| Murray State University Foundation | Murray, KY | Doran endowment additional scholarship | $5,400 |
| Friends of Boca Grande Community Center | Boca Grande, FL | Renaissance campaign | $5,000 |
| Murray Independent School District | Madison, KY | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Lincoln Heritage Scout Council | Louisville, KY | Murray area friends of scouting | $2,000 |
| Murray State University Foundation | Murray, KY | Memorial | $500 |
| Anna Mae Owen Hospice House | Murray, KY | Memorial | $400 |
| First Baptist Church | Murray, KY | Memorial | $200 |
| Murray State University Foundation | Murray, KY | Scholarship | $200 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $236,100 | 14 |
| 2024 | $213,091 | 12 |
| 2023 | $141,545 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641359349100419
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-3474077
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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