Marcus Corporation Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Marcus Corporation Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $149,100 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$149,100
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
71% 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 | $1.0 million | 40 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 30 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $149,100 | 17 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Marcus Corporation Foundation 111 E Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (414) 905-1000 |
| What to submit | Written request including name, address, objectives, and reason for request |
What Marcus Corporation Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 15 | $98,600 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Barnard College | Education | $50,000 |
| Marcus Center for the Performing Arts Inc | Art/culture | $20,000 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theater Inc | Art/culture | $20,000 |
| Museum of Wisconsin Art Inc | Art/culture | $10,100 |
| Donald Driver Foundation | Development | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Wisconsin Inc | Education | $10,000 |
| Milwaukee County Historical Society | Conservation | $10,000 |
| Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design Inc | Art/culture | $5,000 |
| Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation Inc | Health | $5,000 |
| Fellowship Open Inc | Development | $2,500 |
| Milwaukee Jewish Federation Inc | Conservation | $1,800 |
| Milwaukee Science Education Consortium Inc | Education | $1,500 |
| Childrens Outing Assn | Development | $1,000 |
| Vernon Area Rehabilitation Center Inc | Health | $1,000 |
| Blood Cancer United Inc | Health | $500 |
| Milwaukee Police Association Fallen Heroes Inc | Development | $500 |
| St Augustine Preparatory Academy Inc | Education | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- David J Marcus
- Stephen H Marcus
- Gregory S Marcus
- Thomas F Kissinger
Questions people ask
Does Marcus Corporation Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Marcus Corporation Foundation Inc give?
$149,100 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Marcus Corporation Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists David J Marcus (Chairman/Director), Stephen H Marcus (President/Director), Gregory S Marcus (Vp/Director) and Thomas F Kissinger (Secretary).
What does Marcus Corporation Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.