Markstone Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Markstone Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Providence, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $123,250 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$123,250
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,248 the year before.
46% 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 | $110,500 | 12 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $48,248 | 12 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $123,250 | 13 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Markstone Family Charitable 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 Markstone Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 12 | $123,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Gamm Theatre | Operating support | $45,000 |
| Crossroads Ri | Operating support | $12,500 |
| Economic Progress Institute | Operating support | $12,500 |
| Westminister Unitarian Church | Operating support | $12,000 |
| Sojourner House | Operating support | $10,000 |
| United Way of Ri | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Dorcas International | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Rhode Island Council for the Humanities | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Ri Community Food Bank | Operating support | $2,500 |
| Ri Foundation | Operating support | $2,500 |
| The Providence Eye | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Sandy Hook Promise Foundation | Operating support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- William C Stone
- Carolyn Mark
Questions people ask
Does Markstone Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Markstone Family Charitable Foundation give?
$123,250 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Markstone Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William C Stone (Trustee) and Carolyn Mark (Trustee).
What does Markstone Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.