Edward and Shirley Marx Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edward and Shirley Marx Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $83,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $48,000. 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$83,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$48,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,000 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $47,975 | 4 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 4 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $83,000 | 4 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Edward and Shirley Marx 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 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $48,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Women's Business Development Center | Unrestricted | $48,000 |
| JK Community Farm | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| American Trucking Association | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Sma Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frances Marx
- David W Marx
- Edward M Marx Jr
- Quintin S Marx
- Richard J Wilkus
- Olga Marx
- Patricia Marx
Questions people ask
Does Edward and Shirley Marx Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward and Shirley Marx Foundation give?
$83,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Edward and Shirley Marx Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frances Marx (President & Director), David W Marx (Vice President & Director), Edward M Marx Jr (Vice President & Director) and Quintin S Marx (Vice President & Director) among 7 officers and trustees.