Marconi Society Inc
Preselected recipients only
Marconi Society Inc is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2023 it gave $65,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$65,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$797,888
How to apply
Marconi Society 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Marconi Society Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $10,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Award | $50,000 |
| Individual | Scholar award | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholar award | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholar award | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vinton G Cerf
- Hao Zou
- John M Cioffi
- Andrea Goldsmith
- Zvi Galil
- Joseph Kakande
- Arogyaswami Paulraj
- Nomi Bergman
- Dennis Roberson
- Stefania Bartoletti
- John Janowiak
- Michelle Klein
- Paul Berriman
- Taher Elgamal
- Dina Katabi
Questions people ask
Does Marconi Society Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marconi Society Inc give?
$65,000 in tax year 2023, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Marconi Society Inc?
Its 2023 filing lists Vinton G Cerf (Chairman Eme), Hao Zou (Secretary/Tr), John M Cioffi (Director) and Andrea Goldsmith (Director) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Marconi Society Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.