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MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC

MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC

Murray, KY, US
501(c)3
EIN
61-6053844
Regional Funder
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MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC

Murray, KY, US
501(c)3
EIN
61-6053844
Regional Funder

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Est.

1946

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Murray State University Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Kentucky. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and makes grants by invitation only, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement approach. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

ENHANCEMENT OF MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY BY ASSISTING IN FUNDRAISING, COLLECTING CONTRIBUTIONS FOR STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS, FACULTY SUPPORT, AND SPECIAL PROJECTS. THE FOUNDATION ALSO ASSISTS IN MANAGING SCHOLARSHIP DISBURSEMENTS AND INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT.
Total Funding Given

$5.6M

2025
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

1

Median 1st year grant
$2.7M
Median 2nd year grant
$3.1M
E
Ellen Dale
Board Member
D
DR David W Durr
Board Member
C
Carol Gallimore
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC?
No. MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC give?
MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Kentucky. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $2.7 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2025, MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $5.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2025, MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC?
MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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