Richard and Barbara Marx Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard and Barbara Marx Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $295,140 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $6,050 and the largest $58,300. 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$295,140
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$6,050
- Largest grant$58,300
- Assets$9.0 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $212,900 the year before.
8% 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 | $183,000 | 23 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $212,900 | 25 | $4.7 million |
| 2025 | $295,140 | 26 | $9.0 million |
How to apply
Richard and Barbara Marx 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 Richard and Barbara Marx Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 23 | $275,540 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $7,500 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $6,050 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $6,050 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ella Curran Community Food Bank | To support access to food | $58,300 |
| Family Building Blocks | Provide support to high risk familie | $28,600 |
| Marion Polk Food Share | Provide food support | $24,200 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Support for homeless | $18,150 |
| Oregon Humane Society | Support services to pets & people | $18,150 |
| Medical Teams International | Medical services for those in need | $17,650 |
| Issacs Room | To provide support to youth | $15,400 |
| Salvation Army Polk County | To provide support | $15,400 |
| Humane Society of the Ochocos | Animal shelter | $9,020 |
| James 2 Community Kitchen | To support access to food | $7,700 |
| Technoserve | To support education | $7,500 |
| Casa of Polk County | Support for youth in foster care | $6,600 |
| Pear | Mentor homeless youth | $6,050 |
| Accion International | To provide support | $6,050 |
| Monmouth Independence YMCA | To provide support | $6,050 |
| Acres of Hope | Provide support to youth | $6,050 |
| Kauai Humane Society | To provide support for animals | $6,050 |
| Monmouth Independence Community Fou | Scholarships & community development | $6,050 |
| Garten | Support people with disabilities | $5,000 |
| Creating Opportunities | Provide support | $4,840 |
| American Red Cross | Protect life and health | $4,840 |
| Alzheimers Network | To provide support | $4,510 |
| Dallas United Methodist Church Gale's Lodge | Temporary housing for veterans | $3,300 |
| Salem YMCA | To provide support | $3,300 |
| The Kindness Club | To provide support for kids in need | $3,300 |
| Project Hope Uganda | To provide support | $3,080 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard A Marx
- Barbara J Marx
- Tamara D Marx
- Tanya Bordadora
Questions people ask
Does Richard and Barbara Marx Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard and Barbara Marx Foundation give?
$295,140 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $6,050.
Who runs Richard and Barbara Marx Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard A Marx (President/Di), Barbara J Marx (Secretary/Di), Tamara D Marx (V.p./ Direct) and Tanya Bordadora (V.p./Directo).
What does Richard and Barbara Marx Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, youth programs and animals.