The Martino Family Foundation Co Michael E Martino
Preselected recipients only
The Martino Family Foundation Co Michael E Martino is a private foundation in New Canaan, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.4 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$5.4 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$113 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.8 million the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4.8 million | 12 | $104 million |
| 2024 | $5.4 million | 16 | $113 million |
How to apply
The Martino Family Foundation Co Michael E Martino 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 The Martino Family Foundation Co Michael E Martino funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 5 | $2.0 million |
| New York | 4 | $1.3 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1.2 million |
| Texas | 1 | $400,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $350,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $150,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | to support a leading cancer treatment and research center dedicated to providing expert patient care and developing new therapies for cancer patients. | $1.2 million |
| Fairfield University | to support a Jesuit university that provides higher education based on the Catholic intellectual tradition. | $900,000 |
| Foundations in Education Inc | To supports the Catholic education in the Diocese of Bridgeport, often through scholarships and program funding. | $850,000 |
| Inner City Scholarship Fund | To support the scholarships for low-income students to attend Catholic schools, with a focus on inner-city areas. | $850,000 |
| Teneo Network Inc | To support the growth of Conservative network building. | $400,000 |
| The Doe Fund | To support the organization that helps homeless and formerly incarcerated individuals achieve self-sufficiency by providing housing, job training, and other social services. | $280,000 |
| The Federalist Society | To support an organization that advocates for a textualist and originalist interpretation of the U.S. Constitution. | $200,000 |
| Cato Institute | To support the Libertarian think tank that conducts research and public policy analysis to promote policies consistent with individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and peace. | $150,000 |
| Manhattan Institute for Policy Research | To support a conservative think tank that develops and disseminates new ideas that seek to foster greater economic choice and individual responsibility. | $150,000 |
| Turning Point USA | To support a conservative non-profit organization that advocates for conservative political ideas on high school, college, and university campuses. | $150,000 |
| Livelifetothemax | To support local fundraising initiative for the local charity honoring the untimely death of a teenager. | $103,000 |
| Annual Catholic Appeal | To support the ministries and services of Bridgeport, CT diocese, including Catholic schools, social services, and evangelization efforts. | $100,000 |
| Duke University | To support legal education at Duke University. | $50,000 |
| St Aloysius Church | To support local fundraising initiative for the Catholic school. | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Stamford | To provides support for after-school and summer programs for young people, focusing on character development, educational enrichment, and healthy living. | $10,000 |
| Best Buddies | To support an organization that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). | $8,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Grizzetti
- Lisa Ferraro
- Michael E Martino
Questions people ask
Does The Martino Family Foundation Co Michael E Martino accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Martino Family Foundation Co Michael E Martino give?
$5.4 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs The Martino Family Foundation Co Michael E Martino?
Its 2024 filing lists John Grizzetti (Treasurer), Lisa Ferraro (Director) and Michael E Martino (Director).
What does The Martino Family Foundation Co Michael E Martino fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and science and research.