Martirena Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Martirena Foundation is a private foundation in Dover, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $87,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $30,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$87,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$75,702
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,435 the year before.
56% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $60,435 | 9 | $36,604 |
| 2025 | $87,000 | 10 | $75,702 |
How to apply
Martirena 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $46,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends Of Un Techo | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Charity Water | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| UF Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Haiti Fund | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Tony Robbins Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ican | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Our Rescue | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| University of Miami | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Christ Journey Church | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Individual | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Martirena
- Paola Martirena
Questions people ask
Does Martirena Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Martirena Foundation give?
$87,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Martirena Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Martirena (Director) and Paola Martirena (Director).