Maria Foundation
Accepts applications
Maria Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $129,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$129,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $113,881 the year before.
44% of its 2025 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 | $122,032 | 14 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $113,881 | 15 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $129,500 | 18 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mr Kenneth Spruill -PT-PTWR-27-1 The Tower at PNC Plaza 300 Fifth Av, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (412) 762-5157 |
| What to submit | No formal application required. A letter is sufficient |
| Restrictions | Limited to only religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes within the meaning of those terms as used in section 501 ( c ) ( 3 ) of the code |
What Maria Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $40,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $7,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $7,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $4,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Brownstone Institute | General support | $20,000 |
| Arizona State University Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Curiodyssey | General support; 3 way | $15,000 |
| Commoncrawl Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Independent Medical Alliance | General support | $10,000 |
| Freedom Council | General support | $10,000 |
| St Matthew's Episcopal Day School | General support | $10,000 |
| St Ignatius College Prep | General support | $10,000 |
| Bucknell University | General support | $7,500 |
| Vanderbilt University | General support | $7,500 |
| Lewy Body Dementia Association Inc | General support | $4,000 |
| Alzheimer's Disease Research Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Inner Compass Initiative Inc | General support | $2,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula | Fund a need | $2,000 |
| San Francisco Elite Academy | National playoffs | $1,000 |
| Sandy Hook Promise Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Partners and Advocates for Remarkable Children and Adults | Fund a need support | $1,000 |
| California State University Northridge Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael E Markson
- Thomas R Markson
Questions people ask
Does Maria Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Maria Foundation give?
$129,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Maria Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael E Markson (Co-Trustee) and Thomas R Markson (Co-Trustee).
What does Maria Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.