The Lordi Marker Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Lordi Marker Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $983,750 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $550,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$983,750
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$550,000
- Assets$22.5 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $487,500 the year before.
14% 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 | $1.4 million | 35 | $14.5 million |
| 2024 | $487,500 | 35 | $17.8 million |
| 2025 | $983,750 | 36 | $22.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mr Dennis C Marker 1216 W 57th Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64113 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (816) 444-0330 |
| What to submit | Written request outlining use of funds if received |
| Deadlines | By year end for grants written january 1 to december 31 |
What The Lordi Marker Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 25 | $854,750 |
| Kansas | 5 | $56,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $35,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $12,500 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $6,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri Prairie Foundation | Operations | $550,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Operations | $50,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Operations | $35,000 |
| Harvesters Community Food Network | Operations | $25,000 |
| Children's Mercy Hospital | Operations | $25,000 |
| Kansas City Public Television | Operations | $25,000 |
| Kansas City Ballet | Operations | $25,000 |
| Kcur Public Radio | Operations | $20,000 |
| Missouri River Bird Observatory | Operations | $15,000 |
| Westminster College | Operations | $15,000 |
| Second Presbyterian Church | Operations | $15,000 |
| Food for Morgan County | Operations | $12,500 |
| Salvation Army | Operations | $12,500 |
| Wayside Waifs | Operations | $12,500 |
| American Red Cross | Operations | $11,000 |
| The Culture House | Operations | $10,000 |
| Surface Design Assn | Operations | $10,000 |
| School of Economics | Operations | $10,000 |
| Englewood Arts | Operations | $10,000 |
| Grassland Heritage Foundation | Operations | $10,000 |
| Heartland Center | Operations | $10,000 |
| Morgan County Caring for Kids | Operations | $9,000 |
| Great Plains SPCA | Operations | $8,000 |
| City Union Mission | Operations | $7,500 |
| Village Presbyterian Church | Operations | $6,500 |
| KC Art Institute | Operations | $6,000 |
| Deep Roots | Operations | $6,000 |
| Rainbow School | Operations | $5,000 |
| Owen Cox Dance Grp | Operations | $5,000 |
| Alton Symphony Orchestra | Operations | $5,000 |
| North American Bluebird | Operations | $4,000 |
| Morgan County Historical Society | Operations | $4,000 |
| KV Endowment | Operations | $3,000 |
| Umkc Conservatory | Operations | $2,500 |
| Angels Left Behind | Operations | $2,500 |
| Powell Gardens | Operations | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Dennis C Marker
- Susan Lordi Marker
- Sara Lordi Marker
- David Marker
Questions people ask
Does The Lordi Marker Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: By year end for grants written january 1 to december 31.
How much does The Lordi Marker Family Foundation give?
$983,750 in tax year 2025, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Lordi Marker Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dennis C Marker (Director), Susan Lordi Marker (Director), Sara Lordi Marker (Director) and David Marker (Director).
What does The Lordi Marker Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and food and hunger.