Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc

Private foundation · Grantmaker Deerfield Beach, FL EIN: 20-5552465

Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Deerfield Beach, Florida. Its 2024 filing reports 29 grants totaling $1,267,250, with awards supporting organizations in several states and work including animal rescue, family support, education, and services for people with disabilities.

Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc at a glance

In short: Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc gave $1.3M across 29 grants in 2024 (avg $44K), top state Florida. 10% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.

Annual giving (2024)
$1,267,250
+13.3% vs 2023
Grants made (2024)
29
-3.3% vs 2023
Average grant
$43,698
+17.2% vs 2023
Median grant
$30,000
Total assets
$9,418,688
-5.9% vs 2023
New grantees (estimate)
10% first-time grantees (3 of 29, 2024)
Primary geography
Florida (47% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
Latest 990 filing
Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing

Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).

How to apply to Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc

Accepts unsolicited proposals
No
How to Apply

The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.

Contact

Mailing address: PO Box 4007, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Phone: (954) 242-3891

Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.

Who Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc funds

How this funder distributes its grants

Top Recipients

Top 10 recipients in 2024

Kamas Valley Lions Club: $120KKamas Valley Lions Club$120KBrother Wolf Animal Rescue: $100KBrother Wolf Animal Rescue$100KSummit County Search and Rescue Fund: $100KSummit County Search andRescue Fund$100KIsland Dolphin Care: $85KIsland Dolphin Care$85KOctagon Sequence of Eight Inc (Octagon Wildlife Santuary): $80KOctagon Sequence of Eight Inc(Octagon Wildlife Santuary)$80KDeliver the Dream: $75KDeliver the Dream$75KMarine Education Initiative Inc: $75KMarine Education InitiativeInc$75KPeace House: $75KPeace House$75KSweet Dream Makers: $75KSweet Dream Makers$75KHistorical Society of Palm Beach County: $50KHistorical Society of PalmBeach County$50K

The largest 2024 recipient was Kamas Valley Lions Club ($120K). Together the top 10 received $835K.

Grant Size Distribution

139 grants across all recorded years

104<$50K24$50–100K9$100–250K1$250–500K1$500K–1M$1–5M$5M+

The most common grant size was under $50K: 104 grants of 139 (75%).

Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

The 2024 filing reports that grant dollars went to recipients in Florida (47%), Utah (35%), North Carolina (13%), Kentucky (2%), and Indiana (2%). The filing’s stated current efforts are focused in Broward, Palm Beach, and Duval counties.

Grant Distribution by State

12states

Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 29 itemized grants.

Cities

Boca RatonPark CityDelray BeachFort LauderdaleAshevillePunta GordaKamasMerritt IslandNoblesvilleCantonGeorgetownKey LargoNorth Palm BeachPompton PlainsRaleighGulf StreamKanabPembroke PinesWest Palm BeachMars Hill

Is Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc open to new grantees?

10%

first-time grantees, 2024

In 2024, 3 of 29 grantees (10%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $8K; repeat grants $48K. How we count

Medians: $8K first-time, $35K repeat.

  • 83% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
  • Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−6%). Method
  • In 2024 it paid out 225% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method

Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.

Giving History

Giving Over Time

Total grant dollars and number of grants per year

$0$500K$1M$1.5M26 grants2020 31 grants2021 23 grants2022 30 grants2023 29 grants2024

From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $760K (2022) to $1.3M (2021). In 2024 it made 29 grants totaling $1.3M.

Grants by year

Grant recipients and amounts by year

RecipientPurposeAmount
Kamas Valley Lions Club Kamas, UTFunding of Scholarships - 16 Students$120,000
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue Asheville, NCMatch Program - Pet Rescue and Adoption$100,000
Summit County Search and Rescue Fund Park City, UTSnow Machine Program$100,000
Island Dolphin Care Key Largo, UTPurchse of Life Vests, Centrifuge and Chairs$85,000
Octagon Sequence of Eight Inc (Octagon Wildlife Santuary) Punta Gorda, FLBuild new habitats, medical, feeding, and maintenance for animals$80,000
Deliver the Dream Fort Lauderdale, FLFund-a-Dream Weekend - Austim, Denim and Diamonds Fundraiser$75,000
Marine Education Initiative Inc Boca Raton, FLEducate and Inspire Youth to Conserve Marine Ecosystems$75,000
Peace House Park City, UTSupport for organization - spring luncheon fundraiser. Funded new security cameras$75,000
Sweet Dream Makers Boca Raton, FL2023 Budget Coverage for Operations$75,000
Historical Society of Palm Beach County West Palm Beach, FLHistory and Educational Programs$50,000
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Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

Figures from IRS filings, by filing year
Filing yearTotal AssetsRevenueExpensesGrants paidGrantsQualifying DistributionsNet Investment IncomeDistributable Amount
2024$9,418,688$714,502$1,307,564$1,267,25029$1,267,250$683,636$563,627
2023$10,011,750$427,457$1,157,751$1,118,50030$1,118,500$394,485$565,357
2022$10,742,044$2,365,216$793,424$760,00023$760,000$338,855$510,525
2021$9,170,252$1,395,548$1,378,643$1,342,00031$1,342,000$362,479$549,696
2020$9,153,347$584,944$1,269,732$1,241,51026—$255,011$493,689

Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $564K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.

Mission & Focus Areas

The purpose stated on the filing is to improve the quality of life for Florida’s youth and families through innovative programs. The filing also describes investment in education, elder care, family strengthening, and youth transitional living initiatives.

The 2024 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. For example, Brother Wolf Animal Rescue says its mission is to improve the lives of companion animals and the people who love them. Deliver the Dream describes a retreat program for families experiencing serious illness or crisis. Sweet Dream Makers says it provides beds, bedding, and essential furniture to children and families in need. Peace House describes its work as ending interpersonal violence and abuse through survivor support, safe housing, and prevention education. The Marine Education Initiative says it educates and inspires the next generation to preserve marine ecosystems.

Grantmaking

In 2024, the foundation reported 29 grants totaling $1,267,250. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $120,000, with a median of $30,000. The largest reported awards included $120,000 to Kamas Valley Lions Club for scholarships for 16 students; $100,000 each to Brother Wolf Animal Rescue for its match program for pet rescue and adoption and to Summit County Search and Rescue Fund for a snow machine program; and $85,000 to Island Dolphin Care for life vests, a centrifuge, and chairs.

Other notable 2024 grants included $80,000 to Octagon Sequence of Eight Inc (Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary) for animal habitats and related needs; $75,000 each to Deliver the Dream, Marine Education Initiative, Peace House, and Sweet Dream Makers; $50,000 each to the Historical Society of Palm Beach County and Sandoway Discovery Center; and $44,000 to National Ability Center. Boca Helping Hands received $40,000. The Historical Society of Palm Beach County describes its mission as preserving and sharing the county’s history and cultural heritage. National Ability Center says it empowers people with disabilities through sport, recreation, and educational programs. Boca Helping Hands describes its work as providing basic-needs assistance and education, job training, and guidance.

Leadership & Key People

Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings

The 2024 filing lists Patricia G Moran as president; Christine B Papera as vice-president; Kimberly Beddia as secretary; Thomas D Beddia Jr as treasurer; Donald P Beddia and Thomas K Blanton as assistant secretaries/treasurers; and Lisa Ahrens Beddia as assistant treasurer.

Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc is led by Patricia G. Moran, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 7 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.

Officers on the 2024 filing

  • Patricia G. Moran

    President

    On filings since 2020

    No compensation reported

  • Christine B. Papera

    Vice President

    On filings since 2020

    No compensation reported

  • Donald P. Beddia

    Assistant Secretary & Treasurer

    On filings since 2020

    No compensation reported

  • Lisa Ahrens Beddia

    Assistant Treasurer

    On filings since 2020

    No compensation reported

  • Thomas D. Beddia Jr.

    Treasurer

    On filings since 2020

    No compensation reported

  • Thomas K. Blanton

    Assistant Secretary & Treasurer

    On filings since 2020

    No compensation reported

  • Kimberly Beddia

    Secretary

    On filings since 2023

    No compensation reported

Former officers (1)
  • Former: John L. Papera Jr. (2020–2022) — Secretary

Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.

Frequently asked questions about Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc

How much does Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc give each year?

Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc gave $1.3M across 29 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.1M across 30 grants.

What is Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc's typical grant size?

Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $30,000, and its average grant was $43,698, across 29 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc that year got $8K on average.

Where does Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc give grants?

Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc's top state is Florida, with 47% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Utah (35%) and North Carolina (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Boca Raton, FL (5 grants), Park City, UT (3 grants), Asheville, NC (2 grants) and Fort Lauderdale, FL (2 grants).

Does Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc give general operating support?

Not in 2024: none of the 29 grants with a stated purpose on Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.

Who are Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc's largest grantees?

Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Kamas Valley Lions Club ($120,000), Brother Wolf Animal Rescue ($100,000) and Summit County Search and Rescue Fund ($100,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 25% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.

How large is Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc?

Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc reported $9.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.3M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $564K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).

What does Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc fund?

The purpose stated on the filing is to improve the quality of life for Florida’s youth and families through innovative programs. The filing also describes investment in education, elder care, family strengthening, and youth transitional living initiatives. See mission & focus areas ↑

How do I apply for a grant from Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc?

The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑

What is Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc's EIN?

Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-5552465. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.

Does Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?

No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑

Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.

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Cite this profile

Grantable. (2026). Pat Moran Family Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 5, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/pat-moran-family-foundation-inc-morg_ad54f7ec46864d569a486c78b550007c

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