Richard & Melissa Mark Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard & Melissa Mark Family Foundation is a private foundation in Collinsville, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $245,551 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,051 and the largest $126,000. 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$245,551
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,051
- Largest grant$126,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $176,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $0 | 0 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $176,000 | 16 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $245,551 | 15 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Richard & Melissa Mark 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 Richard & Melissa Mark Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 6 | $168,500 |
| Illinois | 5 | $58,500 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,051 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Cathedral Basilica of St Louis | Public charitable purposes | $126,000 |
| Jackie Joyner-Kersee Boys and Girls Club | Public charitable purposes | $35,000 |
| Annual Catholic Appeal | Public charitable purposes | $26,000 |
| Lincoln Presidential Foundation | Public charitable purposes | $11,000 |
| Larussa Rescue Champions | Public charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Gateway Arch Park Foundation | Public charitable purposes | $7,500 |
| Marian Middle School | Public charitable purposes | $7,500 |
| Bulldog Catholic | Public charitable purposes | $5,051 |
| Mindseyes | Public charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Madison County Fallen Officers Memorial Fund | Public charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Gateway Pet Guardians | Public charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Kenneth Glenmore Society | Public charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Dignity Period | Public charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Public charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| The Humane Society of Missouri | Public charitable purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Mark
- Melissa Mark
Questions people ask
Does Richard & Melissa Mark Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard & Melissa Mark Family Foundation give?
$245,551 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,051.
Who runs Richard & Melissa Mark Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Mark (Trustee) and Melissa Mark (Trustee).
What does Richard & Melissa Mark Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and animals.