Fred R Martin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fred R Martin Foundation is a private foundation in El Dorado Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $334,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$334,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $179,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $179,000 | 13 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $334,000 | 21 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Fred R Martin Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Fred R Martin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $169,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $55,000 |
| New York | 3 | $30,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $25,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $15,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Empire Files Inc | Investigative journalism to highlight underreported issues | $50,000 |
| Liberation Alliance | Research, education and publishing on political, economic and social models | $30,000 |
| Heal Palestine | Empowering palestinian children and youth through access to quality health services and education | $25,000 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | Humanitarian relief work for sick and injured children in the middle east | $25,000 |
| Tri-Valley Cares | Working to stop new nuclear warheads/bomb plants and promote nuclear disarmament | $25,000 |
| Center for Economic and Policy Research | To promote democratic debate on economic & social issues | $20,000 |
| Partnership for Civil Justice Fund | Defending constitutional rights | $20,000 |
| Alliance for Global Justice | Achieve social change and economic justice by building a unified grassroots movement | $15,000 |
| Veterans for Peace | To amplify the veteran voice calling for transformation and the hope for peace | $15,000 |
| Center for New Music San Francisco Inc | To build the new music community | $12,000 |
| The Lab SF | To support the important work of supporting artists | $12,000 |
| Alaska Community Action on Toxics | Eliminate exposure to toxics through collaborative research, education and advocacy | $10,000 |
| American Friends of the Ocean Cleanup | To preserve and protect the natural ocean environment for the benefit of the public | $10,000 |
| Felton Institute | Respond to human needs with cutting edge social services and treatments | $10,000 |
| Rebel Army Runs | To support a food program at the jackie robinson senior center in new york city | $10,000 |
| The Center for Biological Diversity | To secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction | $10,000 |
| The Center on Conscience & War | To extend and defend the rights of conscientious objectors to war | $10,000 |
| The People's Forum | Advocating for an end to the u.s. Blockade in cuba | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Congo | Raise consciousness about challenges in the congo and support congolese instititutions | $5,000 |
| Road Runners Club of America | To promote and encourage long distance running as a competitive sport and healthy exercise | $5,000 |
| Usatf Pacific Foundation | Helping rising athletes in our communities | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Fred R Martin
- Abigail S Martin
- Robert F Martin
Questions people ask
Does Fred R Martin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fred R Martin Foundation give?
$334,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs Fred R Martin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Fred R Martin (Chair of Board/Executive Director), Abigail S Martin (Secretary) and Robert F Martin (Treasurer).
What does Fred R Martin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and youth programs.