TOS

Murry Foundation is more than a family foundation — we are partners, consultants, and guides, investing in your leadership and drive to make a difference. 

Experience

We’ve done our research (and continue to study.) We know what is working is our areas of focus, and we understand what it takes to make real change. We’ll be your trusted consultants, helping you make your vision doable.

Fast

We want to get to work right away. We’re responsive and decisive so that we can collaborate and make an impact in our communities sooner. 

Accessible

We don’t view ourselves as grantors. Not only is our application process simple, but we’re partners who work closely with organizations and individuals for the long term to move the needle toward change. 

Community

Cities with strong communities are often more successful. Cohesive communities promote a healthy sense of belonging and resident engagement, leading to economic growth, improved quality of life, and higher levels of civic participation.

From city parks to museums, we envision collaborative partnerships that build stronger communities — collective spaces that encourage the kind of positive growth that helps real people. 

Food and housing

Having access to information is powerful. Acquiring better knowledge can lead to better health, better relationships, and a better quality of life. 

From navigating single parenthood and crisis intervention to mentoring parents and caregivers of autistic children, we partner with organizations that help guide people throughout life’s ups and downs. 

We do not partner with or fund

  • Projects NOT in Central Kentucky or Lancaster, PA
  • Political campaigns
  • Organizations without a 501(3c) status
  • Substance use programs
  • Individuals
  • Debt relief
  • Academic scholarships
  • Religious organizations
  • Professional organizations
  • Capital campaign debts