Marks Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marks Family Foundation is a private foundation in West Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $19,130 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $2,416. 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$19,130
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$2,416
- Assets$640,447
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $34,000 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 | $34,000 | 11 | $597,517 |
| 2024 | $19,130 | 12 | $640,447 |
How to apply
Marks Family 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 Marks Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 9 | $13,414 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,416 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,800 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $2,416 |
| Camp Laurelwood | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,854 |
| Bnai Brith Youth Organization | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,800 |
| Camp Courant | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,800 |
| The Animal Haven Inc | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,510 |
| Cheshire Community Food Pantry Inc | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,500 |
| Connecticut Foodshare | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,500 |
| Connecticut Humane Society | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,500 |
| Farmington Food Pantry Inc | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,500 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,500 |
| The Simon Foundation Incorporated | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,500 |
| Farmington Public Schools Foundation Inc | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanne M Dragunoff
Questions people ask
Does Marks Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marks Family Foundation give?
$19,130 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Marks Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joanne M Dragunoff (Trustee).
What does Marks Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and animals.