William C and Theodosia Murphy
William C and Theodosia Murphy is a private foundation based in El Dorado, Arkansas. Its 2026 filing reports 11 grants totaling $330,000, with recipients in Arkansas and Louisiana.
William C and Theodosia Murphy at a glance
In short: William C and Theodosia Murphy gave $330K across 11 grants in 2026 (avg $30K), mostly in Arkansas. 18% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $330,000
- -32.9% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 11
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $30,000
- -32.9% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $4,308,201
- -1.7% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 18% first-time grantees (2 of 11, 2026; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Arkansas (91% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to William C and Theodosia Murphy
- How to Apply
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Submit a one-page letter describing the purpose of the funds and pertinent information; contact Charles M Nolan. The filing lists no restrictions on awards.
- Review Cycle
- None listed.
- Deadline
- None listed.
- Contact
Application contact: Charles M Nolan
Mailing address: 200 N Jefferson Suite 308, El Dorado, AR 71730
Phone: (870) 863-7118
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who William C and Theodosia Murphy funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Share Foundation ($60K). Together the top 10 received $325K.
Grant Size Distribution
43 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 34 grants of 43 (79%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2026, 91% of grant dollars went to recipients in Arkansas and 9% to recipients in Louisiana. The listed grants included multiple recipients in El Dorado, Arkansas, as well as grants to organizations in Little Rock, Arkansas, and New Orleans, Marion, and Downsville, Louisiana.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
Cities
Is William C and Theodosia Murphy open to new grantees?
18%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 2 of 11 grantees (18%) were first-time recipients. With only 11 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 9 points. First grants averaged $25K; repeat grants $31K. How we count
Medians: $25K first-time, $25K repeat.
- 73% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving grew 23% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 115% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2026). 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
From 2020 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $186K (2022) to $491K (2025). In 2026 it made 11 grants totaling $330K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Share Foundation El Dorado, AR | Hearts Close to Home | $60,000 |
| Uams Foundation Fund Little Rock, AR | General Fund | $50,000 |
| South Arkansas Arts Center El Dorado, AR | Operating Budget | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of El Dorado El Dorado, AR | General Fund | $50,000 |
| United Way of Union County El Dorado, AR | General Fund | $25,000 |
| South Arkansas College Foundation El Dorado, AR | General Fund | $25,000 |
| First United Methodist Church El Dorado, AR | General Fund | $25,000 |
| Louisiana Museum Foundation New Orleans, LA | Operating Budget | $20,000 |
| South Arkansas Symphony El Dorado, AR | General Fund | $15,000 |
| Springhill Cemetery Fund Marion, LA | General Fund | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,308,201 | $262,461 | $342,481 | $330,000 | 11 | $330,000 | $253,562 | $287,178 |
| 2025 | $4,381,068 | $247,766 | $501,146 | $491,477 | 11 | $491,477 | $241,893 | $382,336 |
| 2024 | $4,389,520 | $226,098 | $437,843 | $433,150 | 11 | $433,150 | $226,098 | $437,251 |
| 2023 | $4,604,503 | $179,723 | $275,685 | $268,590 | 5 | $268,590 | $179,723 | $433,318 |
| 2022 | $4,700,465 | $124,108 | $188,013 | $185,950 | 5 | $185,950 | $124,108 | $285,493 |
| 2021 | $4,764,370 | $133,057 | $228,969 | $211,013 | 5 | — | $133,057 | $168,991 |
| 2020 | $4,860,282 | $825,595 | $224,819 | $215,950 | 5 | — | $825,595 | $264,924 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, William C and Theodosia Murphy reported a distributable amount of $287K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 recipients include organizations whose own missions span several areas. SHARE Foundation says it works to further the health and well-being of people in its community and surrounding areas. South Arkansas Arts Center says it provides public education in performing and visual arts. United Way of Union County says it seeks to increase the organized capacity of people who care for one another. South Arkansas College Foundation says it works to further the college’s services and provide broader educational opportunities. First United Methodist Church describes its mission as operating a daycare program for children.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation reported 11 grants totaling $330,000. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $60,000, with a median grant of $25,000. The largest grants were $60,000 to SHARE Foundation for “Hearts Close to Home,” and $50,000 each to UAMS Foundation Fund for its general fund, South Arkansas Arts Center for its operating budget, and Boys & Girls Club of El Dorado for its general fund. Other grants included $25,000 each to United Way of Union County, South Arkansas College Foundation, and First United Methodist Church; $20,000 to Louisiana Museum Foundation for its operating budget; $15,000 to South Arkansas Symphony; and $5,000 each to Springhill Cemetery Fund and Laran Cemetary Fund.
The foundation’s 2025 filing states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It asks applicants to contact Charles M Nolan with a one-page letter setting out the purpose of the funds and pertinent information. The filing lists no restrictions on awards.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Charles M Nolan as director, Robert C Nolan as president/treasurer, and Theodosia N Roddy as vice president.
William C and Theodosia Murphy is led by Robert C. Nolan, President since 2023 (on filings since 2020); none of the 3 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Robert C. Nolan
President
Vice President & Secretary → President, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Charles M. Nolan
Director
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Theodosia N. Roddy
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Theodosia M. Nolan (2020–2022) — President & Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "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 William C and Theodosia Murphy
How much does William C and Theodosia Murphy give each year?
William C and Theodosia Murphy gave $330K across 11 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $491K across 11 grants.
What is William C and Theodosia Murphy's typical grant size?
William C and Theodosia Murphy's median grant in 2026 was $25,000, and its average grant was $30,000, across 11 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from William C and Theodosia Murphy that year got $25K on average.
Where does William C and Theodosia Murphy give grants?
William C and Theodosia Murphy gives mostly in Arkansas: 91% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Louisiana (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were El Dorado, AR (7 grants).
Does William C and Theodosia Murphy give general operating support?
Yes: 91% of William C and Theodosia Murphy's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (10 of 11) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are William C and Theodosia Murphy's largest grantees?
William C and Theodosia Murphy's largest 2026 grantees include Share Foundation ($60,000), Uams Foundation Fund ($50,000) and South Arkansas Arts Center ($50,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 48% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is William C and Theodosia Murphy?
William C and Theodosia Murphy reported $4.3M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $330K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $287K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does William C and Theodosia Murphy fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 recipients include organizations whose own missions span several areas. SHARE Foundation says it works to further the health and well-being of people in its community and surrounding areas. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from William C and Theodosia Murphy?
Submit a one-page letter describing the purpose of the funds and pertinent information; contact Charles M Nolan. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is William C and Theodosia Murphy's EIN?
William C and Theodosia Murphy's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 71-6049791. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS June 24, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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