Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation
The Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation is a private foundation established in Texas in 2013, based in Houston, TX. The foundation operates as a family foundation with a focus on grantmaking to charitable organizations.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$1.4M
+18.9% YoY
Grant Count
23
+4.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$61K
+13.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation does not maintain a publicly stated mission statement. However, based on its grantmaking patterns, the foundation primarily supports:
- Arts and culture institutions
- Museums and cultural education
- Agricultural and livestock organizations
- Community galas and fundraising events
- General operating support for established organizations
Specific funding priorities include support for the San Jacinto Day Dinner, the Rendezvous of the Century Gala, the Junior Market Steer Auction, and the Houston Strong Bones Gala.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$5,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation's grantmaking is concentrated in Houston, Texas and the surrounding region.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total assets: $152,442,078
- Total revenues: $120,958,036
- Total expenses: $1,643,902
As of 2023:
- Total assets: $33,142,944
- Total revenues: $20,722,658
- Total expenses: $1,302,432
The significant increase in assets and revenues from 2023 to 2024 reflects substantial contributions to the foundation during that period.
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
104 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Houston Museum of Natural Science ($775,000), The Museum of Fine Arts Houston ($295,000), Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo ($115,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| EPISCOPAL HIGH SCHOOL BELLAIRE, TX | LEAD THE WAY CAPITAL CAMPAIGN, EDUCATIONAL DONATION | $30,000 |
| HOUSTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE HOUSTON, TX | 2024 IN LIEU OF GALA, ANNUAL COMMITMENT | $775,000 |
| THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS HOUSTON HOUSTON, TX | BAYOU BEND GARDEN PARTY, CAMPAIGN FOR THE MFAH CAMPUS, CONSERVATION CENTER BUILD-OUT, GENERAL CONTRIBUTIONS | $295,000 |
| TEXAS BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE SAN ANTONIO, TX | ANNUAL OPERATING FUND | $700 |
| LIFEHOUSE HOUSTON, TX | GENERAL OPERATING FUND | $3,000 |
| THE PEREGRINE FUND BOISE, ID | GLOBAL CONSERVATION EFFORTS | $25,000 |
| HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW & RODEO HOUSTON, TX | JUNIOR MARKET STEER AUCTION | $115,000 |
| SAN JACINTO MUSEUM AND BATTLEFIELD ASSOCIATION LA PORTE, TX | 2024 SAN JACINTO DAY DINNER | $5,000 |
| TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE FOUNDATION DALLAS, TX | GEAR UP FOR GAME WARDENS REGION IV | $50,000 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS COUNTRY HOCKLEY, TX | GENERAL FUND | $30,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Trustees and Advisory Trustees:
- S. Reed Morian — Trustee
- Laurie N. Morian — Advisory Trustee
- Earl Dyke — Advisory Trustee
- Randy Hale — Advisory Trustee
- William L. Hixon — Advisory Trustee ($28,000 compensation)
- William C. Montgomery — Advisory Trustee
- Thomas Roupe — Advisory Trustee
The foundation operates with no full-time employees.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| S REED MORIAN | TRUSTEE | — | — |
| LAURIE N MORIAN | TRUSTEE | — | — |
| EARL DYKE | ADVISORY TRUSTEE | — | — |
| WILLIAM L HIXON | ADVISORY TRUSTEE | — | $30,000 |
| WILLIAM C MONTGOMERY | ADVISORY TRUSTEE | — | — |
| THOMAS ROUPE | ADVISORY TRUSTEE | — | — |
| SARAH W DYKE | ADVISORY TRUSTEE | — | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation fund?
The foundation does not maintain a publicly stated mission statement. However, based on its grantmaking patterns, the foundation primarily supports: • Arts and culture institutions • Museums and cultural education • Agricultural and livestock organizations • Community galas and fundraising events • General operating support for established organizations Specific funding priorities include support for the San Jacinto Day Dinner, the Rendezvous of the Century Gala, the Junior Market Steer Auction…
How do I apply for a grant from Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation?
**2024 Fiscal Year:** • Total giving: Approximately $1.6 million • Number of grants: 21 grants made • Largest grant: $775,000 to Houston Museum of Natural Science **2023 Fiscal Year:** • Total giving: $1,177,593 • Number of grants: 22 grants made • Largest grant: $670,000 to Houston Museum of Natural Science • Median grant size: $5,000 • Maximum grant: $670,000 **2024 grants included:** • Houston Museum of Natural Science: $775,000 (2024 in Lieu of Gala, Annual Commitment) • The Endowment for t…
Where does Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation make grants?
The foundation's grantmaking is concentrated in Houston, Texas and the surrounding region.
What size grants does Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation award?
In 2024, Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation awarded 23 grants totaling $1.4M — an average of about $61K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation's EIN?
Laurie and Reed Morian Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-1580212. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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