Marks Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marks Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bainbridge Island, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 31 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $259,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$259,000
- Assets$26.7 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $949,934 the year before.
26% of its 2025 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 | $787,350 | 28 | $18.4 million |
| 2024 | $949,934 | 27 | $23.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 31 | $26.7 million |
How to apply
Marks 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 Marks Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 17 | $985,350 |
| Georgia | 5 | $153,000 |
| Colorado | 7 | $35,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle Symphony Foundation | Further the organization's charitable goals | $259,000 |
| Bainbridge Island Museum of Art | Further the organization's charitable goals | $200,000 |
| Helpline House | Further the organization's charitable goals | $185,000 |
| Seattle Opera | Further the organization's charitable goals | $150,000 |
| Augusta Jewish Federation | Further the organization's charitable goals | $120,000 |
| Pilchuck Glass School | Further the organization's charitable goals | $35,000 |
| Islandwood | Further the organization's charitable goals | $26,250 |
| Bainbridge Island Land Trust | Further the organization's charitable goals | $25,100 |
| Bloedel Reserve | Further the organization's charitable goals | $20,000 |
| Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network | Further the organization's charitable goals | $15,000 |
| Bainbridge Youth Services | Further the organization's charitable goals | $15,000 |
| United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism | Further the organization's charitable goals | $13,000 |
| Bainbridge Island Parks Foundation | Further the organization's charitable goals | $10,000 |
| Early Music Guild of Seattle | Further the organization's charitable goals | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Scalable Innovations in Education | Further the organization's charitable goals | $10,000 |
| Island Volunteer Caregivers | Further the organization's charitable goals | $10,000 |
| Puget Sound Restoration Fund | Further the organization's charitable goals | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Augusta Inc | Further the organization's charitable goals | $10,000 |
| Babies and Mothers Alive USA | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Classical 98 1 | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Family Connection of Columbia County | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Golden Harvest Food Bank Inc | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| I Have A Dream Foundation of Boulder County | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Peacock Family Services | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Puget Soundkeeper Alliance | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Colorado Symphony Association | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| The Breast Cancer Research Foundation | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Montessori Academy of Colorado | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Etown | Further the organization's charitable goals | $2,500 |
| The National Center for Women & Information Technology | Further the organization's charitable goals | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian J Marks
- Carol Maione
Questions people ask
Does Marks Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marks Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Marks Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian J Marks (President) and Carol Maione (Secretary).
What does Marks Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.