Marbeach Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marbeach Foundation is a private foundation in Solon, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,998 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $3,500. 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$29,998
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$462,086
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was down from $30,600 the year before.
9% 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 | $307,267 | 68 | $462,366 |
| 2024 | $30,600 | 44 | $451,278 |
| 2025 | $29,998 | 43 | $462,086 |
How to apply
Marbeach 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 Marbeach Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 25 | $19,708 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,500 |
| New York | 5 | $2,850 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $900 |
| California | 2 | $750 |
| Florida | 2 | $650 |
| Virginia | 1 | $600 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $250 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Jewish Committee | General | $3,500 |
| NCJW Inc | General | $3,500 |
| NCJW Cleveland Section | General | $2,500 |
| The Music Settlement | General | $1,600 |
| Cleveland MetroParks Development | General | $1,500 |
| InMotion | General | $1,275 |
| Playhouse Square Foundation | General | $1,200 |
| Hawken School Advancement Office | General | $1,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | General | $850 |
| Greater Cleveland Food Bank | General | $800 |
| Cleveland Legal Aid Society | General | $750 |
| AntiDefamation League | General | $600 |
| Defending Our Neighbor Fund | General | $600 |
| Helen Keller International | General | $600 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | General | $500 |
| Earthjustice | General | $500 |
| Cleveland Kosher Food Pantry | General | $500 |
| Council Gardens | General | $500 |
| Jewish Federation of Cleveland | General | $500 |
| Alzheimers Assoc Greater Cleveland | General | $500 |
| Raices | General | $500 |
| ReSource Cleveland | General | $500 |
| Park Synagogue | General | $408 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio | General | $400 |
| National Yiddish Book Ctr | General | $400 |
| Gathering Place | General | $400 |
| Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society | General | $400 |
| Parkinsons Foundation | General | $400 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation | General | $400 |
| Rainbow BabiesChildrens Hospital | General | $350 |
| Advocates for Basic Legal Equality | General | $350 |
| American Friends of Livnot Ulehibanot | General | $250 |
| Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Foundation | General | $250 |
| Facing History and Ourselves | General | $250 |
| Hand in Hand | General | $250 |
| Inquilinos Unidos | General | $250 |
| Holden Forests and Gardens | General | $200 |
| Jewish Family Service Association | General | $175 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | General | $150 |
| Cuyahoga County Public Library | General | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Debra Gordon Hoffmann
- Andrew W Hoffmann
- Marc Gordon
- Richard Gordon
Questions people ask
Does Marbeach Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marbeach Foundation give?
$29,998 in tax year 2025, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Marbeach Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Debra Gordon Hoffmann (Director), Andrew W Hoffmann (Director), Marc Gordon (Director) and Richard Gordon (Director).
What does Marbeach Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and health.