Marvin Samson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marvin Samson Foundation is a private foundation in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $860,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.4 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$860,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $633,705 the year before.
56% of its 2024 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 | $633,705 | 19 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 18 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Marvin Samson 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 Marvin Samson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $866,100 |
| New Jersey | 11 | $517,725 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Institute | Charitable | $860,000 |
| Virtua Foundation | Charitable | $235,000 |
| Congregation Beth El | Charitable | $145,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Cherry Hill Free Clinic | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Kellman Brown Academy | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Aachs- Central Alumni STEM | Charitable | $5,000 |
| American Cancer Society Bike-A-Thon | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Haymakers for Hope | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Raise the Bar | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Camden County | Charitable | $500 |
| Esther Raab Holocaust Museum & Goodwin Education Center | Charitable | $500 |
| SISTER2SISTER-RUNWALK | Charitable | $500 |
| Voorhees Animal Orphanage | Charitable | $200 |
| Lewis Katz School of Medicine | Charitable | $100 |
| Coast Guard Foundation | Charitable | $50 |
| Moorestown Fop Lodge #109 | Charitable | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Marvin Samson
- Joanna Greenfield
Questions people ask
Does Marvin Samson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marvin Samson Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Marvin Samson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marvin Samson (Foundation Manager) and Joanna Greenfield (Foundation Manager).
What does Marvin Samson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.