The Marshall Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Marshall Fund is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $240,000 in 66 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$240,000
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $129,500 the year before.
15% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $179,500 | 60 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $129,500 | 59 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $240,000 | 66 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
The Marshall Fund 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 The Marshall Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 20 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 29 | $117,000 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $16,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $14,500 |
| New York | 3 | $12,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $11,000 |
| California | 5 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $9,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $8,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foxfield Races LLC Founders Circle | General support | $15,000 |
| Vermont Forestry Foundation | General support | $12,500 |
| Virginia Horse Center | General support | $8,000 |
| Windrush Farm Therapeutic Riding | General support | $8,000 |
| American Farmland Trust | General support | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club Charlottesville | General support | $5,000 |
| Building Goodness Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Cacf Alexandra Summers Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| Camp Holiday Trails | General support | $5,000 |
| Equine Land Conservation Resource | General support | $5,000 |
| FFA | General support | $5,000 |
| Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue | General support | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General support | $5,000 |
| Hives for Heros | General support | $5,000 |
| Hope's Legacy | General support | $5,000 |
| Lonesome Dove Equestrian Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Montpelier Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Morven Park | General support | $5,000 |
| National Young Farmers Coalition | General support | $5,000 |
| One Love Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Piedmont Casa | General support | $5,000 |
| Ronald Macdonald House | General support | $5,000 |
| Service Dogs of Va | General support | $5,000 |
| Shelter for Help in Emergency | General support | $5,000 |
| Cajun Navy Relief | General support | $5,000 |
| Operation Helo | General support | $5,000 |
| Guatemaya Alliance | General support | $5,000 |
| Canine Assistants | General support | $4,000 |
| Misty Meadows Therapeutic Riding | General support | $4,000 |
| Salvage USA | General support | $4,000 |
| Cart | General support | $3,000 |
| Charlottesville Albemarie Rescue Squad | General support | $3,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| Hoof N Woof 4H Club | General support | $3,000 |
| Hospice of Piedmont | General support | $3,000 |
| Uso | General support | $3,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $3,000 |
| Mission Mules Inc | General support | $3,000 |
| Dana Hall School | General support | $2,000 |
| Forthright Legal | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Pamela B French
- Brenton L French
Questions people ask
Does The Marshall Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Marshall Fund give?
$240,000 in tax year 2025, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Marshall Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Pamela B French (Trustee) and Brenton L French (Trustee).
What does The Marshall Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, environment and conservation and youth programs.