Marstine Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marstine Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.7 million in 37 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $390,000. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$390,000
- Assets$20.7 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
22% 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 | $1.7 million | 36 | $19.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 37 | $20.7 million |
How to apply
Marstine Family 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 Marstine Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 19 | $1.4 million |
| Maine | 5 | $80,600 |
| New York | 1 | $58,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $40,000 |
| California | 4 | $31,666 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $30,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $24,999 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $13,334 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pittsburgh Scleroderma Research | Provide funds to promote the work of the school | $390,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $300,000 |
| University of Pittsburgh Endowed Research Fund - Hillman | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $250,000 |
| The Eye & Ear Foundation of Pittsburgh | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $125,000 |
| American Friends of the University of Leicester Inc | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $58,000 |
| Jewish Community Alliance of Southern Maine | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $52,100 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $50,000 |
| Yeshivath Schools of Pittsburgh | Provide funds to promoate the work of the charity | $50,000 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $40,000 |
| Carnegie Institute | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $35,000 |
| Jewish Association on Aging | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $35,000 |
| American Friends of Kishorit | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $30,000 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $21,000 |
| Animal Friends | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $20,000 |
| Veterans Place of Washington | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $20,000 |
| Beth Israel Congregation | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $15,000 |
| Carnegie Institute - Museums of Art | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $15,000 |
| Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $15,000 |
| Smithsonian Institution | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $15,000 |
| Salvation Army | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $15,000 |
| Children of Vietnam | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $13,334 |
| Aleph Institute | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $10,000 |
| Our Giving Kitchen | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $10,000 |
| Weight Loss Surgery Foundation of America | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $10,000 |
| Friendship Circle | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $10,000 |
| Alliance for Education | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $8,333 |
| Rural Resources Community Action | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $8,333 |
| Young Mens Christian Association of Snohomish County | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $8,333 |
| Community Partners FBO Stepping Forward la | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $8,333 |
| NAMI Westside Los Angeles | Provide funds to promote the works of the charity | $8,333 |
| Shalom House | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $7,500 |
| 412 Food Rescue Inc | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $5,000 |
| Classical Uprising | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $5,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $5,000 |
| Onesky | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $5,000 |
| Sambhali US Inc | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $5,000 |
| Yarmouth Historial Society | Provide funds to promote the work of the charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sheldon Marstine
- Janet Marstine
Questions people ask
Does Marstine Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marstine Family Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Marstine Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sheldon Marstine (Chairman, Foundation Manag) and Janet Marstine (Director).
What does Marstine Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and faith communities.