The Carl Marks Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Carl Marks Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $680,230 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 and the largest $122,130. 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$680,230
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$122,130
- Assets$39.1 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $792,391 the year before.
17% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $256,080 | 3 | $26.3 million |
| 2023 | $792,391 | 50 | $33.0 million |
| 2024 | $680,230 | 31 | $39.1 million |
How to apply
The Carl Marks Foundation Inc 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 Carl Marks Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 10 | $221,900 |
| Illinois | 4 | $145,130 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $125,000 |
| California | 2 | $101,100 |
| Maryland | 2 | $17,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $16,100 |
| New York | 4 | $14,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $9,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $8,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childrens Memorial Hospital | Enhancing Multidisciplinary Care for Medical Complex Patients/Program in Inflammation, Immunity and the Microbiome | $122,130 |
| Seva Foundation | Service Delivery in Humla and Mustang Provinces, Nepal; Nepal RARE Study; Nepal Diabetic Eye Care and Remedies for Native Americans | $94,600 |
| International Rescue Committee Inc | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Yale University | Dr. Inderjit Singh Pulmonary Vascular Research Fund | $63,000 |
| NMDP Foundation | Patient Assistance Fund | $50,000 |
| Save the Children Federation Inc | Ending Child Marriage in Sierra Leone | $50,000 |
| Yale University | Cardiovascular Diagnostics Innovation Fund led by Dr. Samit Shah | $45,000 |
| Americares Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Partners in Health A Nonprofit Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| National Tay Sachs & Allied Diseases Association I | Katie and Allie Buryk Research Fund | $12,500 |
| The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Friends of Conservation - Friends | HUSK programs in Cambodia: Softies Program, Work Experience, Teaching Salaries, Accommodation Project | $12,000 |
| Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Providence Assembly of God | Support Faith in Action 2025 | $10,000 |
| Northwell Health Foundation | visiting physicians and visiting nurses | $9,500 |
| Nurse Family Partnership | General & Unrestricted | $9,000 |
| Learning Ally | General & Unrestricted | $8,500 |
| Housatonic Habitat for Humanity | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Futures Without Violence | General & Unrestricted | $6,500 |
| Operation Fuel Inc | General & Unrestricted | $6,500 |
| Warrior Expeditions | General & Unrestricted | $6,500 |
| Federation for Jewish Philanthropy of Upper Fairfi | Holocaust Resource Center | $5,400 |
| Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Hope for Haiti Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Impactisrael Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,600 |
| Paul Smiths College of Arts and Sciences | John Dillon Park | $3,000 |
| Serrv International Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Prospects Opportunity and Enrichment Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| American Diabetes Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Church of St Paul and St Andrew United Methodist | La Morada Program | $1,000 |
| Heartbeat Opera LTD | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew M Boas
- Carol A Boas
- Carol L Boas
- Rick Boas
- Mark Claster
- Susan B Claster
- Kate Liebman
Questions people ask
Does The Carl Marks Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Carl Marks Foundation Inc give?
$680,230 in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs The Carl Marks Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrew M Boas (Co-Pres, Dir, Chairman), Carol A Boas (Treas, Dir), Carol L Boas (Assistant Treas, Dir) and Rick Boas (Dir, Vice Chair) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Carl Marks Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.