Martell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Martell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Reston, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$81,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $66,500 the year before.
70% 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 | $71,500 | 7 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $66,500 | 7 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $81,500 | 10 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Martell 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 Martell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 5 | $37,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $20,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $8,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cultivate Culinary School and Catering Inc | For the capital campaign | $25,000 |
| St Patrick High School | To support the tuition assistance program | $15,000 |
| K9S for Warriors | Training support for vets and service dogs | $10,500 |
| A Rosie Place | Heartworks | $10,000 |
| Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic School | Tech updates and facility improvements | $10,000 |
| Michigan Gateway Community Foundation | Billy & wally veterans fund | $5,000 |
| The Roadie Clinic Inc | General support | $3,500 |
| Youth Service Bureau of St Joseph County Inc | Holiday funding | $1,250 |
| Humane Society of St Joseph County | Cat cafe cat adoptions | $750 |
| Little League Baseball Inc | Sponsorship | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John A Martell
- Jennifer M Martell
- John L Martell
- Bonnie M Martell
Questions people ask
Does Martell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Martell Family Foundation give?
$81,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Martell Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John A Martell (President/Director), Jennifer M Martell (Secretary/Director), John L Martell (Treasurer/Director) and Bonnie M Martell (Vice President/Director).
What does Martell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and animals.