The Grace R and Alan D Marcus Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Grace R and Alan D Marcus Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $64,010 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$64,010
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2024 was down from $68,010 the year before.
12% of its 2024 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 | $68,010 | 43 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $64,010 | 41 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Grace R and Alan D Marcus 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 The Grace R and Alan D Marcus Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 31 | $55,710 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,000 |
| Connecticut | 8 | $3,800 |
| Alabama | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UJA Federation of Ny-General Purpose | Support charitiable activities | $12,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women-Ntnl | Support charitiable activities | $5,500 |
| National Council of Jewish Women-Ny Sec | Support charitiable activities | $4,500 |
| Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence | Support charitiable activities | $4,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Support charitiable activities | $3,000 |
| Film Society of Lincoln Center | Support charitiable activities | $3,000 |
| Committee to Protect Journalists | Support charitiable activities | $2,500 |
| Film Forum Inc | Support charitiable activities | $2,500 |
| Museum of Jewish Heritage | Support charitiable activities | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Support charitable activities | $2,000 |
| Queer Art | Support charitiable activities | $2,000 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Comit | Support charitiable activities | $1,500 |
| City Harvest | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| Citymeals-On-Wheels | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| Economic Hardship Reporting Project | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| Food Bank for New York City | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver Inc | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| House of Speakeasy Foundation | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| Lesbian & Gay Community Service Center | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| Little Guild of St Francis | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| Myface | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| New Alternatives for Children | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| New York Common Pantry | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| Sanctuary for Families | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| Save the Children | Support charitiable activities | $1,000 |
| ASPCA | Support charitable activities | $500 |
| Association to Benefit Children | Support charitiable activities | $500 |
| Cornwall Library | Support charitiable activities | $500 |
| Friends of the High Line | Support charitiable activities | $500 |
| Making Gay History | Support charitiable activities | $500 |
| Music Mountain | Support charitable activities | $500 |
| Project 24 (Via America Gives) | Support charitiable activities | $500 |
| Public Theater | Support charitiable activities | $500 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Support charitiable activities | $500 |
| Theatre for A New Audience | Support charitiable activities | $500 |
| Town of Cornwall Food and Fuel Fund | Support charitiable activities | $500 |
| Women's Support Services | Support charitiable activities | $500 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | Support charitiable activities | $210 |
| Cornwall Chronicle | Support charitiable activities | $100 |
| Cornwall Historical Society | Support charitiable activities | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Geraldine Soba
- Stephen Soba
- Brendan Stone
Questions people ask
Does The Grace R and Alan D Marcus Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Grace R and Alan D Marcus Foundation give?
$64,010 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Grace R and Alan D Marcus Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Geraldine Soba (Trustee), Stephen Soba (Trustee) and Brendan Stone (Trustee).
What does The Grace R and Alan D Marcus Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and food and hunger.