John Marshall Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John Marshall Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palatine, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $513,965 in 167 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$513,965
- Number of grants167
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$13.8 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2025 was up from $276,585 the year before.
45% 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 | $212,900 | 107 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $276,585 | 141 | $11.4 million |
| 2025 | $513,965 | 167 | $13.8 million |
How to apply
John Marshall Family 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.
What John Marshall Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 26 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 94 | $298,215 |
| Rhode Island | 6 | $35,000 |
| New York | 8 | $32,000 |
| Texas | 5 | $16,500 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 5 | $13,500 |
| California | 4 | $11,250 |
| Iowa | 4 | $11,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $11,000 |
| Maryland | 6 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Madonna Mission | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| MPN Research Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| NCH Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| South County HEalth | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Misericordia Foundation | Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| A Safe Place | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Aid for Women | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| American Indian College Fund | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| And Then There Were None | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Bananas Foster | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Beth Emet the Free Synagogue | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Bridge Communities | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Casa of Dupage County | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Catholic Medical Mission - CMMB | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Christ the King Parish | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Christian Appalacian Project | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Clearbrook | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Covenant House | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Daily Bread Soup Kitchen | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Debra | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| DVRC | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Eb Research Partnership | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Family Forward | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Focus | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Foster Forward | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Good Shepherd Manor | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Helping Hand | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Isba | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jack's Basket | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Johnny Cake Center for Hope | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lupus Foundation of America | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lustgarten Pancreatic Cancer Research | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marcia Marshall
- Denise Perkins
Questions people ask
Does John Marshall Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John Marshall Family Foundation give?
$513,965 in tax year 2025, across 167 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs John Marshall Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marcia Marshall (Trustee) and Denise Perkins (Trustee).
What does John Marshall Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and youth programs.