The Marotta Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Marotta Foundation is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $96,700 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $56,580. 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$96,700
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$56,580
- Assets$426,195
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was down from $118,000 the year before.
6% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $118,000 | 18 | $374,541 |
| 2024 | $96,700 | 16 | $426,195 |
How to apply
The Marotta 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 The Marotta Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 6 | $68,440 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $15,860 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Redeemer Anglican Church | General purpose of the donee | $56,580 |
| Elevation Church Riverwalk | General purpose of the donee | $15,860 |
| Trinity Church | General purpose of the donee | $4,860 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General purpose of the donee | $2,500 |
| Institute for Justice | General purpose of the donee | $2,000 |
| Maxwell School Syracuse Univ | General purpose of the donee | $2,000 |
| The Hoover Institution | General purpose of the donee | $2,000 |
| Veritas School | General purpose of the donee | $2,000 |
| Virginia Family Foundation | General purpose of the donee | $2,000 |
| New Civil Liberties Alliance | General purpose of the donee | $1,500 |
| Ed Choice | General purpose of the donee | $1,000 |
| Gmu Fndn Mercatus Center | General purpose of the donee | $1,000 |
| Grace Redeemer Church | General purpose of the donee | $1,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | General purpose of the donee | $1,000 |
| The Mises Institute | General purpose of the done | $1,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General purpose of the donee | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond P Marotta
- Paul D Marotta
- David J Marotta
- George R Marotta
Questions people ask
Does The Marotta Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Marotta Foundation give?
$96,700 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Marotta Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Raymond P Marotta (Chairman and President), Paul D Marotta (Vice President - Legal), David J Marotta (Vice President - Finance) and George R Marotta (Vice President - Admin, SE).
What does The Marotta Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.