Martens Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Martens Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Twin Falls, Idaho. In tax year 2024 it gave $34,328 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,400 and the largest $18,700. 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$34,328
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,400
- Largest grant$18,700
- Assets$391,852
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was down from $44,630 the year before.
46% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $40,432 | 11 | $454,194 |
| 2023 | $44,630 | 12 | $418,154 |
| 2024 | $34,328 | 11 | $391,852 |
How to apply
Martens 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 Martens Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 10 | $33,828 |
| Oregon | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Immanuel Lutheran Church | General use | $18,700 |
| Jae Foundation | General use | $5,000 |
| Idaho Humane Society | General use | $2,500 |
| Boise State University Foundation | General use | $2,500 |
| Camp Perkins Lutheran Ministries | General use | $2,000 |
| College of Southern Idaho Fndn Inc | General use | $1,400 |
| Xrossway Lutheran Ministries | General use | $1,000 |
| Providence Portland Medical Fndn | General use | $500 |
| Visions Charities Inc | General use | $278 |
| Rare K I C K S Inc | General use | $250 |
| Twin Falls American Legion | General use | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerald Martens
- Judy Martens
- Tara Martens Miller
- Brian Martens
Questions people ask
Does Martens Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Martens Family Foundation Inc give?
$34,328 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,400.
Who runs Martens Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Gerald Martens (Pres-Director), Judy Martens (VP - Director), Tara Martens Miller (Director) and Brian Martens (Director).
What does Martens Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.