Mark & Catherine Ensio Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Mark & Catherine Ensio Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $87,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$87,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,000 the year before.
36% of its 2025 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 | $80,000 | 9 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 8 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $87,500 | 11 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Mark & Catherine Ensio Family 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 Mark & Catherine Ensio Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $30,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $2,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Floats Foundation | General Fund | $20,000 |
| Cost of Our Freedom Foundation | General Fund | $15,000 |
| Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance | General Fund | $15,000 |
| Adaptive Sports Association | General Fund | $10,000 |
| United Way Worldwide | General Fund | $10,000 |
| Grand Harbor Community Outreach | General Fund | $5,000 |
| Saint Edward's School | General Fund | $5,000 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | General Fund | $5,000 |
| Christ School | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Swim Across America | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Oyster Pt Swim Team | General Fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Ensio
- Catherine Ensio
- Tamara Ensio
- April Ensio
Questions people ask
Does Mark & Catherine Ensio Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mark & Catherine Ensio Family Foundation Inc give?
$87,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Mark & Catherine Ensio Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Ensio (President), Catherine Ensio (Treasurer), Tamara Ensio (Secretary) and April Ensio (Director).
What does Mark & Catherine Ensio Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and education.