The Markos Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Markos Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Madison, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $103,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$103,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was down from $108,500 the year before.
31% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $124,000 | 25 | $2.9 million |
| 2023 | $108,500 | 19 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $103,500 | 16 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
The Markos Foundation Inc 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 Markos Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 7 | $49,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $18,500 |
| Iowa | 2 | $7,500 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $2,500 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | General support | $25,000 |
| Marquette University | General support | $25,000 |
| Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation Inc | General support | $12,500 |
| Leo Catholic High School | General support | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | Hurricane relief fund | $5,000 |
| Reedsburg Police Department | General support | $5,000 |
| Pickles Group Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Univ of Wisconsin - Lacrosse | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Folds of Honor | General support | $2,500 |
| Erika's Lighthouse | General support | $2,500 |
| Uni of Wisconsin - Platteville | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Wartburg College | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Project Hawaii Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Madison College | General support | $1,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Peo Chapter CS | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dennis Markos
- Carol Markos
Questions people ask
Does The Markos Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Markos Foundation Inc give?
$103,500 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Markos Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Dennis Markos (President/Director) and Carol Markos (Vice President/Sec/Treas).
What does The Markos Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.