Marian Charities Inc
Preselected recipients only
Marian Charities Inc is a private foundation in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $281,732 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $11,400 and the largest $87,419. 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$281,732
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$11,400
- Largest grant$87,419
- Assets$15.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $235,260 the year before.
33% 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 | $278,066 | 9 | $12.1 million |
| 2024 | $235,260 | 11 | $13.5 million |
| 2025 | $281,732 | 12 | $15.4 million |
How to apply
Marian Charities 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.
What Marian Charities Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 12 | $281,732 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Assoc Persons W Intelectual Disabi | Mental disabilities support | $87,419 |
| Immaculate Conception Catholic Chur | Building campaign | $60,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Southern Mo Lifehouse Crisis Maternity Home | Building fund | $50,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Parish | General | $25,000 |
| Notre Dame High School | Scholarships | $18,000 |
| South Side Farms | Food bank | $15,000 |
| St Mary's Grade School | General | $7,800 |
| Cape Girardeau Senior Center | Food bank | $6,000 |
| Cathedral of St Mary's | Memorial | $4,500 |
| Arc of Missouri | Mental disabilities support | $3,292 |
| Southeast Missouri Food Bank | Food bank | $2,721 |
| Catholic Social Ministries | Food bank | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Wallis
- Nancy Gibson
- Stephen Schmittzehe
- James Riley
- Pat Stokes
- Alan Essner
- Herbert Wedemeier
Questions people ask
Does Marian Charities Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marian Charities Inc give?
$281,732 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $11,400.
Who runs Marian Charities Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Wallis (President), Nancy Gibson (Secretary), Stephen Schmittzehe (Treasurer) and James Riley (Board Member) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Marian Charities Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, disability and health.