The Marquis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Marquis Foundation is a private foundation in West Linn, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $345,250 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$345,250
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $338,000 the year before.
39% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $338,000 | 14 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $345,250 | 13 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
The Marquis 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 Marquis Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 13 | $345,250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Dougy Center | General support | $100,000 |
| Snow Cap Community Charities | General support | $40,000 |
| My Father's House | General support | $30,000 |
| NE Emergency Food Program | General support | $30,000 |
| Bybee Lakes Hope Center | General support | $25,000 |
| Clackamas Volunteers in Medicine | General support | $25,000 |
| Hungar Fighters | General support | $20,000 |
| We Shine Initiative Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Clackamas Womens Services | General support | $17,250 |
| Bloomin Boutique | General support | $16,500 |
| Tualatin Food Pantry | General support | $10,000 |
| Mainspring Portland - DBA Fish Emergency Services | General support | $8,500 |
| Schwab Charitable for Robert Mesher | General support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janelle Chorzempa
- Robert Mesher
- Sydney Brown
- Philip Marquis
- Jill Marquis
Questions people ask
Does The Marquis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Marquis Foundation give?
$345,250 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Marquis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Janelle Chorzempa (Secretary/Director), Robert Mesher (Treasurer), Sydney Brown (President) and Philip Marquis (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Marquis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.