E Murdoch Family Foundation
Historical FunderNewtown Square, Pennsylvania · EIN 25-6741979 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$191K
Organizations funded39
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | BRITT MURDOCH |
|---|---|
| Address | 6114 GOSHEN ROAD, NEWTOWN SQUARE PA 19073 |
| Phone | 6104206665 |
| Form and materials | A LETTER TO INCLUDE: SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION; SUMMARY OF THE PROPOSED PROGRAM AND A PLAN MEASURE |
| Deadlines | BY MAY 1ST FOR JUNE 1ST FUNDING AND NOVEMBER 1ST FOR DECEMBER 1ST FUNDING |
| Restrictions | THE FOUNDATION WILL ONLY CONSIDER REQUESTS TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATIONS THAT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE IRS IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
15% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radnor Hunt Foundation | Malvern, PA | General donation | $60,086 |
| Willistown Conservation Trust | Newtown Square, PA | General donation | $25,000 |
| Jefferson Medical College | Philadelpha, PA | General donation | $23,500 |
| Episcopal Academy | Newtown Square, PA | General donation | $15,000 |
| Ryers Farm for Aged Equines | Pottstown, PA | General donation | $10,000 |
| Philadelphia Zoo | Philadelpha, PA | General donation | $8,000 |
| The Hounds Foundation | Chester Springs, PA | General donation | $6,250 |
| Agnes Irwin School | Bryn Mawr, PA | General donation | $5,500 |
| Crc Watersheds | Newtown Square, PA | General donation | $5,000 |
| Wills Eye Foundation | Philadelpha, PA | General donation | $5,000 |
| Bryn Mawr Hospital Foundation | Bryn Mawr, PA | General donation | $2,500 |
| University of Delaware | Newark, DE | General donation | $2,500 |
| St David's Episcopal Day School | Wayne, PA | General donation | $2,000 |
| Natural Lands Trust Incorporated | Media, PA | General donation | $1,500 |
| Thorncroft Equestrian Center | Malvern, PA | General donation | $1,500 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Philadelpha, PA | General donation | $1,500 |
| Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church | Bryn Mawr, PA | General donation | $1,000 |
| Chester County Food Bank | Exton, PA | General donation | $1,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | Philadelpha, PA | General donation | $1,000 |
| Franklin Institute | Philadelpha, PA | General donation | $1,000 |
| Gemma Services | Plymouth Meeting, PA | General donation | $1,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Philadelpha, PA | General donation | $1,000 |
| Marks Colorectal Surgical Foundation | Penn Wynne, PA | General donation | $1,000 |
| Mission Kids | Blue Bell, PA | General donation | $1,000 |
| Peter's Place | Radnor, PA | General donation | $1,000 |
| Princess Grace Foundation | New York, NY | General donation | $1,000 |
| Trout Unlimited | Arlington, VA | General donation | $1,000 |
| Philadelphia Charity Ball | Southeastern, PA | General donation | $523 |
| Abc of Lower Marion | Ardmore, PA | General donation | $500 |
| American Cancer Society | Hagerstown, MD | General donation | $500 |
| Bridlewood Trails Assoc | Gladwyne, PA | General donation | $500 |
| Historic Sugartown | Malvern, PA | General donation | $500 |
| Jefferson Mcgee Rehabilitation Foundation | Philadelpha, PA | General donation | $500 |
| Pennsylvania Horticultural Society | Philadelpha, PA | General donation | $500 |
| The Haverford School | Haverford, PA | General donation | $500 |
| Wildflower Camp Foundation | Lexington, MA | General donation | $500 |
| Island Academy International | Antigua, AC | General donation | $372 |
| Devon Horse Show & Country Fair Foundation | Devon, PA | General donation | $250 |
| Luminin Health - Gilchrist Health Center | Hunt Valley, MD | General donation | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $191,231 | 39 |
| 2024 | $95,539 | 40 |
| 2023 | $79,276 | 30 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 22, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602039349100500
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 25-6741979
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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