Mark Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mark Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.8 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$2.8 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$81.0 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.7 million the year before.
75% of its 2024 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 | $3.7 million | 22 | $74.0 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 29 | $81.0 million |
How to apply
Mark 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 Mark Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 25 | $2.3 million |
| Tennessee | 1 | $350,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $150,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| All Saints Presbyterian Church | Annual campaign support. | $1.0 million |
| Texas A&m Foundation | Contruction of the veterinary school small animal hospital support. | $600,000 |
| Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation | Neonatal intensive care unit (nicu) bed support. | $350,000 |
| Creative Action | General support. | $200,000 |
| BNGF Katherine & Austin Wyker Fund | Donor advised fund. | $100,000 |
| BNGF Katherine & Austin Wyker Fund | Donor advised fund | $50,000 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian Church Day School | Security guard support. | $50,000 |
| Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation | Neonatal intensive care unit (nicu) bed support. | $35,000 |
| Children's Medical Center Foundation | Annual project support. | $30,000 |
| Dallas Holocaust Museum | Holocaust exhibition, program, education and research support. | $30,000 |
| Methodist Health System Foundation | General support. | $30,000 |
| Parkland Health Foundation | Compassionate and quality care for the community support. | $30,000 |
| The Center for Integrative Counseling and Psychology | General support. | $30,000 |
| Traffick 911 | Victims of child sex trafficking support. | $30,000 |
| Vogel | Program for homeless children support. | $30,000 |
| HHM Health | Healthcare for everyone support. | $30,000 |
| Equest Women's Auxillary | Equine therapy program support. | $25,000 |
| Forefront Living Foundation | Making the "extraordinary" possible support. | $25,000 |
| Methodist Health System Foundation | Sexual assault nurse examiners (sane) initiative support. | $25,000 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian Church Day School | Playground improvement support. | $21,000 |
| My Sweet Chartiy | General operating expense support. | $20,000 |
| Crystal Charity Ball | General support. | $15,000 |
| Culver Educational Foundation | General support - annual fund. | $10,000 |
| Crystal Charity Ball | General support. | $10,000 |
| Methodist Health System Foundation | General support. | $10,000 |
| Hill House Ministries | General support. | $7,500 |
| Hill House Ministries | General support. | $7,500 |
| Hill House Ministries | General support. | $6,250 |
| Hill House Ministries | General support. | $6,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Martha Peak Rochelle
- Laura Katherine Rochelle
- Rebecca Rochelle
Questions people ask
Does Mark Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mark Foundation give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Mark Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Martha Peak Rochelle (Director), Laura Katherine Rochelle (Ceo/Director) and Rebecca Rochelle (Director).
What does Mark Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.