H Gordon Martin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
H Gordon Martin Foundation is a private foundation in Union, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 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$29,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$598,866
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $39,000 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $42,250 | 8 | $567,986 |
| 2024 | $39,000 | 12 | $583,504 |
| 2025 | $29,000 | 8 | $598,866 |
How to apply
H Gordon Martin 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 H Gordon Martin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 3 | $8,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $8,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stephan & Marissa Mitchell Schwab Charitable Daf | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Freestore Foodbank | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Go Pantry | Charitable | $3,000 |
| New Haven School | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Fairhaven Rescue Mission | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Currey Ingram Academy | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Battle of Franklin Trust | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Martin
- Stephen Martin
Questions people ask
Does H Gordon Martin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does H Gordon Martin Foundation give?
$29,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs H Gordon Martin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Martin (Trustee) and Stephen Martin (Trustee).
What does H Gordon Martin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and housing and homelessness.