Marvin Foundation
Accepts applications
Marvin Foundation is a private foundation in Bellevue, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $117,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $35,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$117,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $117,000 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $100,000 | 4 | $1.9 million |
| 2023 | $117,000 | 6 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $117,500 | 6 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Elaine Coles 4019 Hunts Point Rd, Bellevue, WA 98004 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (425) 454-9425 |
| What to submit | Requests by letter should include name, address and description of charitable project and requested amount. |
What Marvin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 3 | $47,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $35,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eisenhower Health Foundation | Area of greatest need | $35,000 |
| Seattle Humane Society | Support for humane treatement of animals | $30,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General support | $30,000 |
| Breaking Boundaries Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Desert Community Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Bellevue Lifespring | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elaine Coles
- Christina Coles
Questions people ask
Does Marvin Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Marvin Foundation give?
$117,500 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Marvin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elaine Coles (Co-Trustee) and Christina Coles (Co-Trustee).
What does Marvin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.