Marian Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marian Family Foundation is a private foundation in Red Bank, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $71,200 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $500 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$71,200
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,200 the year before.
45% 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 | $50,900 | 33 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $60,200 | 35 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $71,200 | 47 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Marian 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 Marian Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 22 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 5 | $24,300 |
| New York | 9 | $15,800 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $4,100 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $3,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $3,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sogang Alumni | Support charitable programming | $10,000 |
| Salesian Sisters of St John Bosco | Support charitable programming | $7,800 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Support charitable programming | $6,000 |
| Mee Joo Catholic Inc | Support charitable programming | $4,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Support charitable programming | $3,000 |
| Heifer International | Support charitable programming | $3,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Support charitable programming | $3,000 |
| Save the Children | Support charitable programming | $3,000 |
| Unbound | Support charitable programming | $3,000 |
| UNICEF | Support charitable programming | $3,000 |
| World Vision | Support charitable programming | $3,000 |
| Worldwide Marriage Encounters | Support charitable programming | $3,000 |
| Church of Madonna | Support charitable programming | $2,200 |
| American Red Cross | Support charitable programming | $2,000 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Support charitable programming | $2,000 |
| Annual Catholic Appeal | Support charitable programming | $1,000 |
| Chinatown Manpower | Support charitable programming | $1,000 |
| Oblate Sisters of St Francis de | Support charitable programming | $1,000 |
| Ready Set Read | Support charitable programming | $1,000 |
| St Bonaventure Indian School | Support charitable programming | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Support charitable programming | $500 |
| American Parkinson Desease Associat | Support charitable progamming | $500 |
| Dav Disabled American Veterans | Support charitable programming | $500 |
| Lustgarten Pancreatic Cancer Resear | Support charitable programming | $500 |
| St Labre Indian School | Support charitable programming | $500 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Support charitable programming | $500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospit | Support charitable programming | $500 |
| VFW Veterans of Foreign Wars | Support charitable programming | $500 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Support charitable programming | $500 |
| Capuchin Franciscan Friars | Support charitable programming | $300 |
| Mahpiya Luta(red Cloud Indian Sch) | Support charitable programming | $300 |
| Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers | Support charitable programming | $300 |
| Missionary Society of St Columban | Support charitable programming | $300 |
| Sak Sant Andrew Kim Church Youth | Support charitable programming | $300 |
| Society of the Little Flower | Support charitable programming | $300 |
| Franciscan Missions | Support charitable programming | $200 |
| Glenmary Home Missioners | Support charitable programming | $200 |
| Priests of the Sacred Heart | Support charitable programming | $200 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul | Support charitable programming | $200 |
| St Mary's Mission | Support charitable programming | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Chong Keun Ho
- Chong Soon Ok
- Chong Raymond
- Choi Jiyoon
- Chong Jonathan
- Lee Kyisun
- Yoo Joonkeun
- Lee Joo Myung
Questions people ask
Does Marian Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marian Family Foundation give?
$71,200 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Marian Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Chong Keun Ho (Chairman/Dir), Chong Soon Ok (President/Di), Chong Raymond (Director) and Choi Jiyoon (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Marian Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and youth programs.