Murphy Charitable Family Foundation
Historical FunderAnkeny, Iowa · EIN 84-2711623 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $31,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Michael P Murphy |
|---|---|
| Address | PO Box 667, Ankeny IA 50021 |
| Phone | 5154907019 |
| Mike.Murphy@powerhousenow.com | |
| Form and materials | Request must be in writing. |
| Deadlines | Requests must be received prior to December 31. |
| Restrictions | No restrictions are in place. |
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
33% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia University Foundation | Morgantown, WV | Support athletes under promotional strategy. | $100,000 |
| Cyclone Regional Training Center | Ankeny, IA | Student athlete performance center. | $85,000 |
| Wartburg College | Waverly, IA | Exercise science facility and scholarship. | $31,500 |
| Hope Lutheran Church | West Des Moines, IA | Support church operation and activities. | $30,000 |
| Powerhouse Foundation | Crowley, TX | Provides meals to low income families. | $23,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Iowa City, IA | Provide assistance to those going through cancer. | $7,500 |
| Polk City Community Foundation | Des Moines, IA | Improving quality of life in Polk City. | $2,500 |
| Children's Tumor Foundation | New York, NY | Support to drive research, expand knowledge and advance care for NF community. | $1,000 |
| Waterloo Christian School | Waterloo, IA | Support educational programs. | $500 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($227,200). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $508,200 | 12 |
| 2023 | $567,250 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 26, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202540859349100819
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-2711623
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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